Grand Theft Auto 6’s Ultimate 2026 Frustrating Delay

Rockstar Games shared the Grand Theft Auto 6 update on May 2, 2025, on a social media post. The new release date is set for May 26, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, with the PC version expected to come later. In their statement, Rockstar thanked fans for their excitement and said sorry for the delay, stressing their goal to deliver a game that lives up to the community’s high standards. You can find more details about the announcement on Eurogamer.

Fan Reactions

The delay has stirred up all kinds of reactions in the gaming community. Some fans are okay with it, knowing that delays can mean a more polished game. One fan @NothinButSkillz tweeted, “I’d rather wait for something great than get a rushed mess on day one”. While another X user @CanadianZar wrote, “Honestly we have so many bangers still coming this year that the time between now and then will be filled with other amazing games like MGS Delta, Death Stranding, Ghost Of Yotei, etc”. It’s clear the news has people talking, with debates popping up about what this means for the game’s development.

What to Expect

Delays might feel like a letdown. But they can often lead to a better final product. Rockstar has a history of pushing release dates back to polish their games. Much like Grand Theft Auto IV and Red Dead Redemption 2 which were both delayed and later praised by everyone. With this extra time Grand Theft Auto 6 could bring even more detailed open worlds, smoother gameplay, and a deeper story.

The delay also shakes things up for the gaming industry. With Grand Theft Auto 6 moving to 2026, other big titles like EA’s Battlefield or Sucker Punch’s Ghost of Yōtei might have an easier shot at the 2025 spotlight. You can read more about how this could play out in this GameRant article.

Conclusion

The pushback of Grand Theft Auto 6 to 2026 has left some fans bummed out, but it’s also a hint that Rockstar is serious about making this game top-notch. While we wait for more updates, keep an eye on Total Apex Gaming’s news section for the latest. Curious about how Rockstar’s past delays turned out? Take a look at this Meristation article for some history.