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Rockstar Delays GTA 6 to May 26 2026 After Trailer Garners 475 Million Views

Extra development time is aimed at meeting fan expectations for cutting-edge graphics plus new gameplay mechanics under a first female-led storyline

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Lucia Caminos GTA 6 pool
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GTA 6 vs GTA 5 – System Requirements

Overview

  • Rockstar confirmed that Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch on May 26, 2026, after moving it out of its original 2025 release window to ensure a high-quality debut.
  • The sequel will go live simultaneously on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC with global players gaining access at local midnight.
  • The second trailer released in May 2025 set a record with over 475 million views in its first 24 hours.
  • GTA 6 introduces Lucia Caminos as its first female protagonist alongside Jason Duval and adds stealth movement, crawling and body-hiding mechanics to the franchise.
  • Set in the fictional state of Leonida, the game’s expansive map centers on a reimagined Vice City and its surrounding regions.