Rockstar Games announces a delay for Grand Theft Auto VI, saying the console editions of the open-world crime game are now coming on May 26, 2026 after previously being expected in Q3 of this year. This confirms a recent rumor. It also throws immediate cold water on speculation that this week's announcement that Borderlands 4 is arriving early meant GTA6 would launch in September (which Randy Pitchford already denied). Here's the new plan:

We are very sorry that this is later than you expected. 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 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.