In a move that perhaps was always on the cards, Rockstar Games has announced a delay for GTA 6, pushing its release to May 2026. The announcement was stark, lacking any details about launch platforms or a new trailer, and not even a fresh screenshot was provided to ease the disappointment.

Fans of Rockstar, no strangers to such delays, met the news with a blend of disappointment, relief, and an understanding that the internet would now buzz with another year of wild speculation and theories about GTA 6. The game's subreddit, a hotbed for such discussions, saw an explosion of activity following the announcement.

"Ffs, Fuck Rockstar, at least give us screenshots," lamented MyNameIsToFuOG, voicing the frustration of many fans who felt the delay should have been accompanied by some new content. "At least give us a screenshot, this is ridiculous even for R*," echoed Abvk0, highlighting the 1.5 years of silence followed by a delay announcement devoid of any updates on the game.

However, some fans took a more philosophical stance. "At least we have a date now, I don't mind a delay if it means the game is gonna be good," said bl00nded, indicating a willingness to wait for a better product. Meanwhile, Puzzleheaded-Hunt731 expressed skepticism, noting, "It’s Rockstar bro. What did you expect? Also, I really doubt it will release on May 26, they will delay it more."

The delay has also sparked speculation about simultaneous releases across platforms. "I hope that means that a PC version is also coming in 2026 and not 2027," said Kiwibom, while Velkoadmiral predicted a staggered release schedule: "2026 console release, late 2027 PC release, 2028 new-gen console release."

IGN's comment section was also abuzz with reactions. 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."

Another hot topic among fans is the potential price of GTA 6. With some games from Nintendo and Microsoft now priced at $80, there's a fear that GTA 6 might follow suit, or even go as high as $100 if it includes the new GTA Online.

Rockstar's statement promised more information soon, sparking hope among fans that a second trailer might be on the horizon. GTA 6 is not just anticipated to be the biggest entertainment launch ever but is also expected to be one of the greatest games of all time. Under such immense pressure, both Rockstar and its parent company Take-Two are likely keen to ensure the game meets the highest standards of quality, making this delay seem almost inevitable.