GTA VI: Fans have to wait for the highly expected successor by May 2026!

GTA VI: Fans have to wait for the highly expected successor by May 2026!

The waiting time for the fans of "Grand Theft Auto VI" (GTA VI) is extended: According to the current annual report of Take-Two Interactive, the game will not appear as originally expected in autumn 2025, but only on May 26, 2026. This announced CEO Strauss Zelnick, which emphasized the importance of the community and explained that additional time was necessary for the completion of the game. The fans were asked for their patience and support, although Zelnick also announced that further information on GTA VI will soon be presented. The announcement has caused disappointment among the supporters of the franchise.

The development of GTA VI is particularly relevant because the predecessor, "Grand Theft Auto V", came onto the market almost 12 years ago. The game was developed by Rockstar Games and published by Take-Two Interactive. With over 210 million sales, GTA V is the second -meter -selling game of history, only exceeded by Minecraft. The continuing popularity of the game shows how strong the influence on the gaming industry is.

The context of the gaming industry

The video game industry has experienced remarkable growth in recent years. During the Covid 19 pandemic, the commitment in video games increased considerably because many consumers spent more time at home. According to an investigation by Nielsen, 55 % of the US users played video games in 2020, which corresponds to an increase compared to previous years. Cross-brand events and the popularity of platforms such as Twitch contributed to increasing the range of gaming video content (GVC), which is very much in demand for millennials.

The income of the industry rose by 14 %during pandemic, given the strong demand for entertainment offers. Games like Fortnite and Roblox not only became popular games, but also at virtual meeting points, where artists such as Travis Scott and Lil NAS X concerts organized millions of viewers. These developments show how video games are also used as social platforms and contribute to the interaction between the users.

With the announcement of the new release date for GTA VI, it is clear that the game will play a central role in the future growth of the video game industry. The patient supporters of the franchise are now optimistic about the upcoming information and developments.