Overview

• Grand Theft Auto VI is now scheduled for a simultaneous global release on May 26, 2026, across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms.
• Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick described the delay as a 'worthy investment,' allowing Rockstar to deliver an ambitious and polished experience.
• Ampere Analysis estimates the delay will lead to 700,000 fewer console sales and $2.7 billion in lost revenue for the gaming market in 2025.
• Reports suggest a port of Grand Theft Auto IV is in development for modern consoles, likely to release in late 2025, though it will not feature significant upgrades.
• Fan anticipation for GTA VI remains high, with the game's second trailer receiving over 475 million views in its first day of release.