GTA 6 Delay to May 2026 Sparks Online Outcry: 'Show Us Something!'

It was perhaps inevitable: Rockstar has delayed GTA 6 to May 2026. The announcement came in a straightforward statement that lacked details on launch platforms or a new trailer. Not even a single new screenshot was released alongside the news.

For fans of Rockstar games, this is familiar territory. The legendary developer is known for pushing back release dates, so the delay of GTA 6 might not come as a shock. Nevertheless, fans have responded with a mixture of disappointment, relief, and an understanding that the internet is now primed for another year of wild speculation about the game.

The GTA 6 subreddit, a hub for numerous conspiracy theories about the game's trailers and release date, has seen a surge in activity following the announcement.

"Ffs, Fuck Rockstar, at least give us screenshots," MyNameIsToFuOG commented, echoing the general frustration that Rockstar didn't provide any new visuals to ease the disappointment of the delay.

"At least give us a screenshot, this is ridiculous even for R*," added Abvk0. "1.5 years of silence just to drop a delay news without even showing us bread crumbs of the game?"

"At least we have a date now, I don't mind a delay if it means the game is gonna be good," said the more philosophical bl00nded.

"It’s Rockstar bro. What did you expect? Also, I really doubt it will release on May 26, they will delay it more," expressed a somewhat concerned Puzzleheaded-Hunt731.

There is also speculation that Rockstar might release GTA 6 on PC simultaneously with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S, given the new 2026 release date. "I hope that means that a PC version is also coming in 2026 and not 2027," said Kiwibom.

"2026 console release, late 2027 PC release, 2028 new-gen console release," predicted Velkoadmiral.

IGN’s own commenters had plenty to say about the GTA 6 delay, with user BSideleau criticizing the current console generation in a scathing post:

"Surprising no one. It will be a final game of this tepid generation. What a let down. I have never felt more grifted than by Microsoft and Sony this generation. Both consoles are more 0.5 updates from the previous generation than true next gen consoles, yet they expected us to pay MORE for them. Quit letting them get away with it. Demand better."

There's also considerable discussion about the potential price of GTA 6. With both Nintendo and Microsoft setting some of their games at $80, fans are preparing for GTA 6 to follow suit. Some even speculate it could reach $100, especially if the new GTA Online is included.

In its statement, Rockstar mentioned, "we look forward to sharing more information with you soon." This has led fans to hope that a second trailer might be on the horizon.

GTA 6 is not just anticipated to be the biggest entertainment launch ever; fans expect it to be one of the greatest games ever made. Under such immense pressure, the developers at Rockstar and their parent company Take-Two are likely determined to ensure the game launches at the highest possible quality. With this in mind, the delay seems almost inevitable.