Grand Theft Auto VI is by far the most anticipated game, and indeed, media property, in the world, so the news of its delay will come as a huge blow to fans of the franchise. Originally planned for release in the autumn of 2025, it has now been pushed back to 26th May, 2026.

It's the news no-one wanted to hear - Grand Theft Auto 6's release date has been pushed back to next year.

Rockstar Games' Grand Theft Auto VI faces a delay. Its release has been pushed to Spring 2026. Take-Two Interactive announced the revised date and apologized for the delay, citing the need for some additional development time to meet high expectations.