Grand Theft Auto VI Release Delayed to November 19, 2025

Take-Two Interactive has announced that the launch of Grand Theft Auto VI will now be on November 19, 2025. This change marks yet another postponement for what is arguably one of the most eagerly awaited games in the industry, especially following the remarkable achievement of its predecessor.

As a result of this news, the company’s stock saw a 7% decline during after-hours trading. Originally, Take-Two had planned to release the game on May 26 of next year.

This marks the second time that the game has been delayed. Initially, it was set to debut this year, and this has left many fans, who have been waiting for over a decade, feeling quite disappointed about the extended wait for the next chapter in this hugely successful franchise.

GTA VI is anticipated to drive significant upgrades in consoles and hardware, potentially giving a boost to the video game market during a time when gamers are leaning toward established titles and series.

In a statement, Rockstar Games shared their apologies, mentioning that, “We apologize for adding more time to the long wait, but these additional months will allow us to complete the game with the level of polish you have come to expect and deserve.”

Analysts are optimistic about the game’s financial prospects, forecasting billions in sales shortly after its release—this is likely given the extraordinary success of its predecessor, Grand Theft Auto V. The new game is set to come out 13 years after V, which reshaped the industry with its cutting-edge graphics and engaging gameplay, securing its status as one of history’s top-selling video games.

Take-Two’s CEO, Strauss Zelnick, expressed confidence, saying, “With the most robust pipeline in our history, we expect to achieve record net booking levels in fiscal 2027.”

Additionally, the company has increased its annual revenue projections to between $6.4 billion and $6.5 billion, up from their prior estimates of $6.05 billion to $6.15 billion, crediting strong consumer spending on mobile and premium titles.