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GTA 6 delayed again: new release date is November 19, 2026

Rockstar has pushed Grand Theft Auto VI from May 26 to Thursday, November 19, 2026, saying it needs more time for polish.

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Grand Theft Auto VI has been delayed for a second time. Rockstar Games announced that the game will now release on Thursday, November 19, 2026, six months after its previous May 26 date.

What Rockstar said

Rockstar apologised for adding more time to what it recognised has been a long wait, and said the extra months will let the team finish the game with the level of polish players expect.

GTA 6 release date history

  • December 2023: Trailer 1 announces a 2025 release.
  • May 2025: Delayed to May 26, 2026.
  • November 2025: Delayed to November 19, 2026.

What it means for you

Platforms are unchanged: PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The new date keeps the game inside 2026 and in time for the holiday season.

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