It was, perhaps, inevitable: Rockstar has delayed GTA 6 to May 2026. The announcement came via a straightforward statement that lacked details on launch platforms or a new trailer. Not even a fresh screenshot was provided to soften the blow.

Fans of Rockstar games have experienced this before. The renowned developer has a history of pushing back release dates, so the delay of GTA 6 might not come as a shock. Yet, the reaction from fans has been a blend of disappointment, relief, and an understanding that the internet is now poised for another year of wild and often baseless speculation about GTA 6.

The GTA 6 subreddit, a hub for numerous conspiracy theories about the game, its trailers, and release date, has been buzzing with activity following the news.

“Ffs, Fuck Rockstar, at least give us screenshots,” MyNameIsToFuOG commented, echoing the general frustration over the lack of new content to accompany the delay announcement.

“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?”

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

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

Amid the delay, there is speculation that Rockstar may launch GTA 6 on PC simultaneously with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S in 2026. “I hope that means that a PC version is also coming in 2026 and not 2027,” said Kiwibom.

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

IGN’s commenters also had much to say about the GTA 6 delay, with user BSideleau criticizing the current console generation in a scathing post:

“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.”

There's also significant discussion around the potential price of GTA 6. With both Nintendo and Microsoft setting some of their games at $80, fans are preparing for GTA 6 to follow suit, with some even speculating it could reach $100, especially if a new GTA Online is bundled in.

In their statement, Rockstar mentioned “we look forward to sharing more information with you soon.” This has led fans to speculate that Trailer 2 might be on the horizon.

GTA 6 isn’t just anticipated to be the biggest entertainment launch ever; fans expect it to be one of the greatest games of all time. Under this immense pressure, Rockstar and parent company Take-Two are likely focused on ensuring the game's quality at launch. Given these circumstances, the delay seems almost inevitable.