GTA 6 Delay to May 2026 Sparks Online Outcry: 'Give Us a Screenshot!'

In a move that perhaps was inevitable, Rockstar has announced the delay of GTA 6 to May 2026. The announcement came in a straightforward statement that lacked details about launch platforms or a new trailer, and notably, no fresh screenshots were included with the news.

Rockstar's history of pushing back game releases means this delay for GTA 6 may not come as a shock to fans, who have experienced similar waits before. Reactions among the community are mixed, with a blend of disappointment, relief, and an anticipation of another year filled with rampant speculation about the game.

The GTA 6 subreddit, a hotbed for conspiracy theories and speculation about the game, has seen a surge in activity following the announcement. Fans expressed their frustration over the lack of new content to accompany the delay news.

"Ffs, Fuck Rockstar, at least give us screenshots," lamented MyNameIsToFuOG, echoing the sentiment of many who felt the delay should have been softened with some new visuals.

"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?"

On a more positive note, bl00nded remarked, "At least we have a date now, I don't mind a delay if it means the game is gonna be good."

However, skepticism remains, as Puzzleheaded-Hunt731 noted, "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 a simultaneous PC release alongside the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S versions. "I hope that means that a PC version is also coming in 2026 and not 2027," expressed Kiwibom.

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

IGN's community also weighed in on the delay, with user BSideleau criticizing the current console generation: "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 considerable discussion about the potential price of GTA 6. With some games from Nintendo and Microsoft now priced at $80, fans are preparing for GTA 6 to follow suit, with some even speculating it could reach $100, especially if it includes a new version of GTA Online.

Rockstar's statement hinted at more information to come soon, fueling hopes among fans that a second trailer might be on the horizon.

GTA 6 is not just anticipated to be the biggest entertainment launch ever; it's expected to be one of the greatest games of all time. Under such immense pressure, Rockstar and its parent company Take-Two are likely to ensure the game meets the highest quality standards, making this delay feel almost inevitable.