Massive GTA 6 Delay Shocks Fans!
South African gamers, brace yourselves! Rockstar Games has announced another delay for Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6), pushing the release date to November 19th, 2026. This marks the second delay for the highly anticipated title, originally slated for a 2025 launch. The game remains confirmed for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles.
Rockstar Games issued an apology, stating the additional time is needed to ensure the game meets their high standards. "We are sorry for adding additional time...but these extra months will allow us to finish the game with the level of polish you have come to expect and deserve," they stated.
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick echoed this sentiment, emphasizing quality over deadlines. "If a game requires more polish to be the best possible version of itself, then we will give that game more time," Zelnick told The Game Business.
What Does This Mean for Gamers in South Africa?
While the delay is disappointing, many South African gamers understand the need for polish. A rushed release could lead to a buggy and frustrating experience. This delay hopefully ensures a smoother, more immersive GTA 6 experience.
Rockstar has also updated the GTA 6 trailers with the new November 2026 release date. This includes banners across their social media channels. This update has sparked speculation among fans about the possibility of a third trailer being released soon.
GTA V Still Dominates
In related news, Take-Two reported strong earnings, driven by the continued success of GTA V, which has now sold over 220 million units worldwide. It seems even with the delay, the excitement for GTA 6 remains sky-high.
- Delay due to polish and quality control
- Release date now November 19th, 2026
- GTA V continues to sell millions