Rumors about a delay continue to hound "Grand Theft Auto VI."
It is being claimed that Rockstar Games needs even more time to finalize the game, which means that the May 2026 release date may not be feasible.
'GTA VI' Rumor Claims a Delay Is Coming
A new discussion led by Insider Gaming's Tom Henderson, an insider and analyst in the video game industry, reveals that he has been hearing "rumblings" about "Grand Theft Auto VI's" potential new delay.
The insider claims that there is "uncertainty" according to several sources in regard to "Grand Theft Auto VI" being delivered at the promised release date. Henderson said that it is possible for Rockstar Games to release the game by October 2026, and this will put the title in a unique position to release amidst the upcoming holidays next year.
Insider Tom Henderson is hearing rumblings suggesting that GTA 6 won’t release in May 2026.
— GTA 6 Countdown ⏳ (@GTAVI_Countdown) September 14, 2025
He believes it will be delayed again to October 2026. pic.twitter.com/mHWOoPHjp7
ComicBook Gaming speculates that the company may want to capitalize on the holiday season.
With a later release date, Rockstar Games would have more time to work on the title and potentially deliver their preferred version of the game.
Rockstar Can't Deliver as Promised?
According to Henderson, the "rumblings" he heard on are not verified information. T
It is important to note that this could potentially be the third delay to "Grand Theft Auto VI's" release date, particularly as two 2025 release dates were scrubbed by the company. Previous rumors suggested that Rockstar Games would be on track for their May 2026 target to release "GTA VI."
Despite the differing claims of insiders and leakers, there is a belief that 2026 will be the year "Grand Theft Auto VI" would debut in the market and it will not reach 2027.
