GTA 6 has been delayed twice since its original reveal in late 2023, and the game is currently scheduled to launch on November 19, 2026. The latest delay came as somewhat of a surprise to audiences who were anticipating the title, but it was still very much in character for Rockstar.
Fans are now hoping that this is the last they will hear of GTA 6’s delays. A former Rockstar developer is of the same mindset, noting that any further delays could prove fatal to the excitement for GTA 6.
Speaking to EsportsInsider, ex-Rockstar developer Mike York noted that November 2026 is a good release window for GTA 6. He pointe dout that a launch close to Christmas is usually a good idea, even more so when the game is as big as Grand Theft Auto.
He also suggested that any further delays are unlikely, but if GTA 6 does get delayed again, Rockstar runs the risk of completely ruining the built-up excitement and anticipation for the game. York admitted that fans are growing impatient and they might stop caring entirely if another delay is announced.
“If Rockstar delays GTA 6 again, the hype around the game will die out almost completely. There’s a point to where you delay something so much that you start to make people angry.” -Mike York
As it stands, there’s no guarantee that GTA 6 will arrive next year. The game is said to be significantly more ambitious than past Rockstar titles, so another delay, although unlikely, could still be on the table if the team feels it needs additional time to polish the experience.
Take-Two has made it clear that the developers are aiming for absolute perfection this time, so it remains to be seen whether GTA 6 will launch in 2026 as promised. Nonetheless, Mike York makes a solid point about the team possibly spending too much on development to the point where it harms the bottom line of GTA 6.
