GTA VI Delay to 2026 Is Really an Interlude for $100 Games

Grand Theft Auto VI is no longer coming in 2025. If you hoped to return to the neon-streaked streets of Vice City, developer Rockstar said Friday you’ll need to wait until May 26, 2026. It’s an expensive game to make, and the people making the next GTA said they need more time. That’s fine with us, because we probably couldn’t stomach yet another price hike in a year that has already proved gaming will keep getting more and more expensive. “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,” Rockstar wrote on its website. “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.” Last December, the Financial Times cited industry analysts DFC Intelligence, who said that GTA VI’s develop ... Read full article.