The gaming world is holding its breath as Take-Two Interactive prepares to release its quarterly financial report on May 15—potentially revealing crucial updates on Grand Theft Auto VI. With the game currently slated for Fall 2025, rumors of a delay to 2026 are growing louder. Here’s what we know.
📅 Key Timeline & Rockstar’s Silence
- First GTA 6 Trailer: December 4, 2023 (over 500 days ago).
- Comparison to Past Games:
- Red Dead Redemption 2: First screenshots 214 days after trailer.
- GTA 5: First screenshots 253 days after trailer.
- Current Status: Rockstar has gone completely silent since the trailer.
💡 What to Expect in the May 15 Report
1. Possible Scenarios
✅ Fall 2025 Confirmed – Take-Two reiterates the current release window.
⚠️ Delay to 2026 – If announced, it’ll likely happen here.
❌ No New Info – Rockstar may stay silent until closer to launch.
2. Why a Delay Seems Likely
- Past Delays: RDR2 and GTA 5 were both postponed.
- Marketing Strategy: Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick prefers revealing details close to launch.
- Development Realities: AAA games of this scale often need extra time.
3. What Fans Want
- New Trailer or Screenshots – Any fresh content would ease concerns.
- Gameplay Details – Will it stick to GTA 5’s formula or innovate?
- PC & Next-Gen Confirmation – Will it launch on PC simultaneously?
🎙️ Take-Two’s Stance on Secrecy
CEO Strauss Zelnick recently defended Rockstar’s silence:
“Many studios announce games years in advance, but we believe in revealing details closer to release for maximum impact.”
This aligns with Rockstar’s history—GTA 5 and RDR2 had shorter marketing cycles compared to competitors.
Final Verdict
While May 15 could bring major news, Rockstar may still hold back until summer. If a delay happens, expect Fall 2026—but if Take-Two stays firm, 2025 remains possible.
