GTA 6 Postponed to May 2026, Fans Demand New Screenshots

Rockstar has pushed back the release of GTA 6 to May 2026, a decision announced without fanfare, lacking details on launch platforms or a new trailer. No fresh screenshots were shared to ease the news.

Rockstar enthusiasts are no strangers to delays, given the studio’s history of postponing releases. This latest setback for GTA 6 feels almost expected, yet fans have responded with a blend of frustration, acceptance, and anticipation for another year of wild speculation about the game’s details.

The GTA 6 subreddit, a hub for the game’s most outlandish theories about its trailers and release, erupted after the announcement.

“Come on, Rockstar, at least drop some screenshots,” MyNameIsToFuOG posted, echoing widespread disappointment over the lack of new visuals to cushion the delay’s impact.

“A screenshot would’ve been nice. This is absurd even for Rockstar,” Abvk0 chimed in. “A year and a half of silence, then just a delay announcement with no glimpse of the game?”

“At least we’ve got a date now. I’m fine with a delay if it ensures a polished game,” bl00nded commented, taking a more optimistic view.

“It’s Rockstar, man. Did you expect anything else? I bet they’ll push it beyond May 26,” Puzzleheaded-Hunt731 added with a hint of skepticism.

Some speculate the delay might align GTA 6’s PC release with its PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S launch in 2026. “Fingers crossed for a PC version in 2026, not 2027,” Kiwibom said hopefully.

“Console launch in 2026, PC in late 2027, and new-gen consoles in 2028,” Velkoadmiral predicted.

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IGN’s community also weighed in on the delay, with user BSideleau delivering a sharp critique of the current console generation:

“No surprise here. GTA 6 will cap off this lackluster generation. What a disappointment. Microsoft and Sony have sold us half-step upgrades from last-gen consoles at a higher price. Stop letting them off the hook. Demand more.”

Speculation about GTA 6’s price is also rife. With Nintendo and Microsoft charging $80 for some titles, fans are preparing for a similar or even higher price tag—potentially $100—if the new GTA Online is bundled.

In its statement, Rockstar teased, “We’re excited to share more soon.” Could Trailer 2 be on the horizon? Fans are hopeful.

GTA 6 is poised to be the biggest entertainment launch ever, with fans expecting it to rank among the greatest games of all time. Under such intense pressure, Rockstar and Take-Two are clearly focused on delivering a flawless experience, making this delay feel almost inevitable.