Overview
- Rockstar announced the new date in a post on X, apologizing for the wait and citing additional time for finishing and polish.
- Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick told IGN he is very confident this will be the final postponement to allow Rockstar to perfect the title.
- The release is planned for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
- Industry observers note that developers often shift schedules to avoid launching near a Grand Theft Auto release.
- In Mexico, local reports estimate the price could reach about 2,270 pesos if a proposed 2026 8% tax on violent games takes effect.