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GTA 6 Delayed: New Release Date Set for May 2026 by Rockstar

The Wait Continues for Grand Theft Auto VI It’s official—Rockstar has pushed back the launch of Grand Theft Auto VI to May 26, 2026. While fans were holding onto hope for a 2025 release, today's announcement confirms that more patience will be needed. The record-breaking trailer that dropped last year generated massive hype, with millions […]

May 5, 2025·2 min read

The Wait Continues for Grand Theft Auto VI

It’s official—Rockstar has pushed back the launch of Grand Theft Auto VI to May 26, 2026. While fans were holding onto hope for a 2025 release, today’s announcement confirms that more patience will be needed.

The record-breaking trailer that dropped last year generated massive hype, with millions of views in just hours. Since then, silence… until now.

Why the Delay?

In a heartfelt message, Rockstar addressed fans directly:

“We’re sorry this is later than expected. The interest and excitement around a new Grand Theft Auto has been humbling. We want to deliver a game that exceeds expectations, and GTA VI is no exception.”

The studio emphasized that the extra development time will ensure the game hits the high-quality standard the community expects—and deserves.

What It Means for the Industry

With GTA 6 now locked in for late May 2026, expect a ripple effect across the gaming world. Developers have been cautious about scheduling releases around Rockstar’s behemoth, and now we may see new announcements during Summer Game Fest.

Final Thoughts

Sure, waiting longer isn’t fun—but when it comes to Grand Theft Auto, it’s worth it. If Rockstar delivers what they’re promising, we could be in for the most ambitious GTA yet.

👉 Stay tuned for our full GTA VI guide coming soon
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AION 2 July 22 Update Notes: Class Nerfs, Transparent Map, and Server Transfers

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July 24, 2026
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AION 2 Global Founder's Pack: early access, cosmetics, and full content overview

AION 2 Global has officially introduced its Founder's Pack options for players who want to jump in early and unlock exclusive cosmetic rewards from day one. While the MMORPG will launch as a free-to-play title, these packs offer 5 days of early access along with a selection of visual extras to personalize your journey through […]

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AION 2 Details Early Access Servers, Cross-Server Matchmaking, and Character Transfers

The developers behind the upcoming MMORPG AION 2 have shared new details regarding the game's highly anticipated global release, which is currently scheduled for September 2026. The latest update from NC highlights how the team plans to handle early access servers, cross-server matchmaking, Abyss PvP, the economy, and future character transfers. Early Access and Server […]

July 20, 2026
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  • The Wait Continues for Grand Theft Auto VI1.1
  • Why the Delay?1.2
  • What It Means for the Industry1.3
  • Final Thoughts1.4
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