Rockstar Insider Confirms GTA 6 Delay to 2026 Was Essential for Game Quality
2025-05-13 20:23:33A trusted Rockstar insider recently addressed the delay of Grand Theft Auto 6 to 2026, stating that the postponement was 'absolutely essential' for the game's success. Originally scheduled for late 2025, Grand Theft Auto 6 has kept the gaming community eagerly awaiting its release. The second trailer, which showcased stunning visuals, helped ease the disappointment of the delay announcement.
As the eighth main installment in the Grand Theft Auto series, GTA 6 arrives over a decade after Grand Theft Auto 5. This time, the narrative follows criminal duo Jason and Lucia in the fictional state of Leonida. An ex-Rockstar developer recently disclosed how long Grand Theft Auto 6 has been in development, following the release of Red Dead Redemption 2.
The insider, posting on Twitter under the handle GameRoll, emphasized that the delay to 2026 was "absolutely necessary." This statement aligns with Grand Theft Auto 6 developers' comments that they weren’t surprised by the delay. The insider further claimed the game would have been "significantly worse" if released in 2025, as Rockstar had already begun cutting "cool features" to meet the original deadline.
The delay of Grand Theft Auto 6 to May 26, 2026 shocked many fans who had hoped for a late 2025 release. While most players support the decision, some speculate the game could face further delays. Fans are particularly eager to see the "cut content" restored in the final version.
Prior to the delay announcement, rumors suggested major publishers were considering postponing their own games to avoid clashing with GTA 6’s original 2025 release. Reports indicated that at least three publishers were strategizing ways to avoid competing directly with Rockstar's blockbuster.