Take-Two responds to Rockstar Games officially delaying GTA 6

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Take-Two Interactive, the publisher of the Grand Theft Auto franchise, has responded to Rockstar Games' recent announcement delaying the launch of Grand Theft Auto VI.

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Rockstar Games has officially unveiled the release date for Grand Theft Auto 6, and while fans of the franchise are eager to know when it will be released, the news comes as bittersweet as we do now have a release date, but it's six months later than originally planned. GTA 6 is now releasing on May 26, 2026, with Rockstar stating in a recent announcement, "We need this extra time to deliver at the level of quality you expect and deserve."

On the heels of the Rockstar announcement is a statement from Take-Two Interactive Chairman and CEO, Strauss Zelnick, who said the publisher "fully supports" the decision to take additional time to complete the development of GTA 6 and fully realize Rockstar's intended creative vision. Moreover, Zelnick said GTA 6 is promised to be a "groundbreaking, blockbuster entertainment experience that exceeds audience expectations."

Full Quote from Zelnick

"We support fully Rockstar Games taking additional time to realize their creative vision for Grand Theft Auto VI, which promises to be a groundbreaking, blockbuster entertainment experience that exceeds audience expectations. While we take the movement of our titles seriously and appreciate the vast and deep global anticipation for Grand Theft Auto VI, we remain steadfast in our commitment to excellence.

As we continue to release our phenomenal pipeline, we expect to deliver a multi-year period of growth in our business and enhanced value for our shareholders," said Strauss Zelnick, Chairman and CEO for Take-Two Interactive Software

Despite the delay, Take-Two still expects it will achieve an increase in hit record levels of "Net Bookings in Fiscal 2026 and 2027."