GTA 6 Delay to May 2026 Sparks Online Outcry: 'Give Us a Screenshot!'

It was, perhaps, inevitable: Rockstar has delayed the release of GTA 6 to May 2026. The announcement came in an unceremonious statement that lacked details about launch platforms or any new trailers. Not even a single screenshot accompanied the news, leaving fans with little to soften the blow.

Rockstar's history of delaying games is well-known among its fanbase, so the delay of GTA 6 might not come as a shock to many. However, the reaction from fans has been a mix of disappointment, relief, and an anticipation of another year filled with rampant and often wild speculation about the game.

“Ffs, Fuck Rockstar, at least give us screenshots,” MyNameIsToFuOG commented, echoing a common sentiment of frustration that Rockstar didn’t provide any new visuals to accompany the delay news.

“At least give us a screenshot, this is ridiculous even for R*,” added Abvk0. “1.5 years of silence just to drop a delay news without even showing us bread crumbs of the game?”

On a more positive note, bl00nded remarked, “At least we have a date now, I don't mind a delay if it means the game is gonna be good.”

Expressing a more skeptical view, Puzzleheaded-Hunt731 said, “It’s Rockstar bro. What did you expect? Also, I really doubt it will release on May 26, they will delay it more.”

There is also speculation that Rockstar might release GTA 6 on PC simultaneously with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S, given the new 2026 timeline. “I hope that means that a PC version is also coming in 2026 and not 2027,” Kiwibom hoped.

Velkoadmiral predicted a staggered release, stating, “2026 console release, late 2027 PC release, 2028 new-gen console release.”

IGN's commenters also had strong opinions about the delay. BSideleau criticized the current console generation, saying, “Surprising no one. It will be a final game of this tepid generation. What a let down. I have never felt more grifted than by Microsoft and Sony this generation. Both consoles are more 0.5 updates from the previous generation than true next gen consoles, yet they expected us to pay MORE for them. Quit letting them get away with it. Demand better.”

Discussions have also emerged about the potential price of GTA 6. With some games from Nintendo and Microsoft now priced at $80, fans are preparing for GTA 6 to follow suit, with some even speculating it could reach $100, especially if it includes a new version of GTA Online.

In their statement, Rockstar mentioned, “we look forward to sharing more information with you soon.” This has led fans to speculate that a second trailer might be on the horizon.

GTA 6 is not just anticipated to be the biggest entertainment launch of all time but is also expected to be one of the greatest games ever made. Under such immense pressure, the developers at Rockstar and their parent company, Take-Two, are likely striving to ensure the game meets the highest quality standards. Given these expectations, the delay seems almost inevitable.