New York, November 7: Rockstar Games has officially announced that Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA VI) will now release on Thursday, November 19, 2026, extending the wait for one of the most anticipated video game launches in history.
In a statement, the company said it understands fans’ anticipation but emphasized that the additional time is necessary to ensure the game meets its high-quality standards.
“We are sorry for adding additional time to what we realize has been a long wait, but these extra months will allow us to finish the game with the level of polish you have come to expect and deserve,” Rockstar Games said.
The delay marks another pushback for the next installment in the Grand Theft Auto franchise, which has been in development for several years and is expected to set new benchmarks in open-world gaming.
Further details on gameplay and pre-release updates are likely to be shared by the company in the coming months.
