Earlier this month, Take-Two Interactive launched the launch of “Grand Theft Auto VI” to May 26, 2026.
The franchise is crown jewellery in Take-Two’s portfolio, accounting for a large portion of revenue and player engagement, and expectations for an upcoming champion have been baked into Wall Street’s forecast for months.
Fans have been waiting for the game for more than a decade, and analysts expect it will be an instant hit. The previous entry, Grand Theft Auto V, was released in 2013 and has sold over 200 million copies, making it one of the best-selling video games of all time. The last game from the Grand Theft Auto franchise was released in 2013 and generated more than $8 billion in revenue.
Video game analyst Matthew Ball said Grand Theft Auto VI is expected to drive sales of PlayStation and Xbox consoles this holiday season.Big Theft Automatic VI Character, LocationRockstar Games released the first trailer for “GTA VI” in December 2023, confirming the game’s return to the fictional attractions in Miami and introducing Lucia, the first female lead in the series. The trailer hints at the modern duo of Bonnie and Clyde.
Grand Theft Auto III (2001) short delay was set in fictional New York, delayed by three weeks due to the September 11 terrorist attack. Great Theft Automatic: Vice City (2002); and Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (2004). Both Grand Theft Auto IV (2008) and Grand Theft Auto V (2013) have been postponed for several months.
FAQ
Q1. When will GTA 6 be released?
A1. Earlier this month, Take-Two Interactive launched the launch of “Grand Theft Auto VI” to May 26, 2026.
Q2. Is there a delay in the previous GTA 6 release date?
A2. Grand Theft Auto III (2001) short delay was set in fictional New York, delayed by three weeks due to the September 11 terrorist attack. Great Theft Automatic: Vice City (2002); and Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (2004). Both Grand Theft Auto IV (2008) and Grand Theft Auto V (2013) have been postponed for several months.
