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Take-Two Confirms GTA 6 Delay to May 2026 for Final Polish

CEO Strauss Zelnick emphasizes Rockstar’s commitment to quality and investor confidence remains strong as anticipation for the game reaches unprecedented levels.

Overview

  • Grand Theft Auto 6's release date has been officially postponed to May 26, 2026, to allow Rockstar Games additional time to refine the game and achieve its creative vision.
  • Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick expressed confidence in the new timeline, citing Rockstar’s track record of meeting firm release dates once announced.
  • Investor sentiment remains resilient despite the delay, with Take-Two shares trading near record highs, supported by a robust pipeline of upcoming titles.
  • The company plans significant support for the Nintendo Switch 2, including four launch titles, while also exploring potential ports of GTA 4 and Red Dead Redemption II for modern platforms, though these remain unconfirmed.
  • GTA 6 is being described by Take-Two as the “most anticipated entertainment property of all time,” with its second trailer breaking records with 475 million views in 24 hours.