GTA 6 Delayed Again: Rockstar Pushes Vice City Return to November 2026
The wait for the most anticipated game of the decade just got a little longer. Rockstar Games has officially announced a second significant delay for Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6), pushing the highly-anticipated return to Leonida's Vice City to November 19, 2026.
The game, which was previously slated for a May 2026 launch, will now arrive at the tail end of the year. This move was disclosed by parent company Take-Two Interactive during its recent earnings call, alongside a statement from Rockstar.
Polishing the Blockbuster
In their brief public statement, Rockstar Games expressed regret for the extended wait but emphasized their commitment to quality. "We are sorry for adding additional time to what we realize has been a long wait, but these extra months will allow us to finish the game with the level of polish you have come to expect and deserve," the company wrote.
While frustrating for the millions of fans eagerly awaiting the next chapter in the series, industry observers suggest the decision underscores Rockstar's legendary perfectionism. Developing a game of GTA 6's scope—featuring dual protagonists, Lucia and Jason, and a vast, modern Vice City—is a monumental task, and the studio is clearly prioritizing a flawless launch over hitting an earlier deadline. Rushing a flagship title like a Grand Theft Auto game is the one crime Rockstar seems determined to avoid.
What We Know So Far
Despite the setback, excitement for Grand Theft Auto VI remains sky-high. Key confirmed details include:
- Setting: A modern-day return to Vice City, located within the fictional state of Leonida (Rockstar's take on Florida).
- Protagonists: A criminal duo named Lucia and Jason, marking the franchise's first female playable protagonist.
- Platforms: Confirmed for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, with a PC version traditionally following later.
The delay to November 2026, while painful for fans, suggests Rockstar is using every possible hour to ensure GTA 6 doesn't just meet expectations—it obliterates them. After all, a masterpiece is never late, nor is it early; it arrives precisely when it means to. And in this case, that's late 2026.