Ava Brooks
Mar 23, 2024
In December, Rockstar Games finally ended years of anticipation by revealing the first teaser for Grand Theft Auto VI, setting the stage for a grand release in 2025. Accompanied by a fitting Tom Petty soundtrack, the trailer stirred excitement, offering a glimmer of hope for a solid 2025 launch. But, is this timeline set in stone?
A recent Kotaku report suggests otherwise. Rockstar originally aimed for an early 2025 release of Grand Theft Auto VI, but production delays might push the launch to late 2025 or even early 2026. As it stands, shifting to 2026 remains a contingency, highlighting the unpredictable nature of game development.
Despite these uncertainties, Rockstar's marketing strategy for GTA VI remains unchanged for now, with release decisions often finalised at the eleventh hour.
In an effort to expedite the game's completion, Rockstar has mandated a return to office for all employees, citing security and quality assurance as primary reasons. This move, however, has raised concerns among some staff about a potential resurgence of the exhaustive work schedules that were prevalent during the final stages of GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2.
For those out of the loop on GTA VI, Rockstar has been tight-lipped about the game beyond the impressive debut trailer.
Set in Leonida, which encompasses the neon-drenched streets of Vice City and more, this edition promises to be the most expansive and captivating yet in the Grand Theft Auto series.”
Currently, Grand Theft Auto VI is scheduled for release on Xbox Series X/S and PS5, tentatively within 2025. What's your take — will Rockstar adhere to this timeline, or are further delays on the horizon?
