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GTA 6 Release Date: This is just in, the much-anticipated launch of GTA 6 that fans have been waiting for will happen in May 2026. Rockstar Games has officially confirmed this release timeline. In a post on X, the gaming giant apologised for the delay. This title is already taking its sweet time to release, and this delay will surely cause some dissatisfaction amongst the fan base.

 

Up till now, only the PC version was expected to get delayed by next year; now it only raises speculations on how much delay PC gamers will have to face this time. Other details such as system requirements, characters, maps, gameplay mechanics and more still remain behind curtains. You can check out our other articles about the expected features and leaks that have surfaced so far on the internet.

The release was supposed to happen in fall of 2025, and till now we have only received one trailer from Rockstar, and there were rumours of a second trailer, but we never got to see that.

While the delay to 2026 will undoubtedly disappoint many fans, it’s reassuring to finally have an official release date for GTA 6, ending years of speculation. Set to launch on May 26, 2026, the game is arriving roughly a year after the delay announcement. Since it was originally expected in late 2025, the delay amounts to just about 5 to 7 months.

Rockstar didn’t share detailed reasons for the delay, but it’s clear the team needed more time to polish the game, “With every game we have released, the goal has always been to try and exceed your expectations, and Grand Theft Auto VI is no exception. We hope you understand that we need this extra time to deliver at the level of quality you expect and deserve,” the company wrote. Given the massive expectations surrounding GTA 6, there is a certain need for finess that needs to be taken care of. Pushing it out too early could lead to bugs, crashes, or other issues that would disappoint fans and damage Rockstar’s reputation for delivering high-quality titles. So for now we can only wait. 

GTA 6 Maps and Gameplay

GTA 6 is set to feature the series’ first-ever female protagonist, Lucia. Much like GTA 5, the new game will revolve around multiple characters, but with more depth and realism this time around. Expect enhanced police chases, improved stealth mechanics, and a more immersive approach to planning heists and missions, thanks to deeper digital systems.

The game’s map will be set in the state of Leonida, bringing back the iconic Vice City vibe with modern graphics, larger and more interactive areas, and smoother gameplay.

GTA 6 Pricing and Pre-Order Details

In India, the standard edition of GTA 6 is expected to be priced at around Rs 5,999, while a special edition—possibly bundled with mods—could go for Rs 7,299. In the U.S., the game might be priced near the $100 mark. As of now, there’s no official update on when pre-orders will begin.

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