Rockstar Games has announced the release of Grand Theft Auto 6 has been delayed to next year.

In a blog post, the developer said the game will now launch on May 26, 2026 as it needs “extra time to deliver at the level of quality you expect and deserve.”

“We are very sorry that this is later than you expected,” it wrote.

“The interest and excitement surrounding a new Grand Theft Auto has been truly humbling for our entire team. We want to thank you for your support and your patience as we work to finish the game.

“With every game we have released, the goal has always been to try and exceed your expectations, and Grand Theft Auto 6 is no exception. We hope you understand that we need this extra time to deliver at the level of quality you expect and deserve.”

Rockstar initially announced a 2025 release for GTA 6 in December 2023, following the launch of its debut trailer.

Take-Two Interactive narrowed down the release window for this fall in its financial results for Q3 2025.