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How much longer do we have to wait? That’s the question millions of gamers around the world are asking right now. And it’s all because Rockstar Games has once again delayed the release of Grand Theft Auto VI — now set for May 2026. Yes, the game everyone expected in 2025 has been pushed back another year.
So let’s break it down: what’s actually happening, why everyone’s so on edge, and how this game ended up costing more than the Burj Khalifa — the tallest building in the world.
12 Years of Waiting
Let’s start with a reminder: GTA V came out way back in 2013. No one could have guessed then that the next installment would become one of the most anticipated games of all time. Over a decade has passed since! We’ve had new console generations, a whole new wave of players has grown up, and GTA V has launched three times — on PS3, PS4, and PS5. And every time, it made Rockstar a fortune.
So really, why rush, when the old game keeps selling?
But fans wanted something new — and finally, in December 2023, Rockstar dropped the first trailer for GTA VI. It instantly broke the internet: millions of views within hours, an emotional storm, endless discussions, memes, theories. Everyone thought, this is it — we’re playing in 2025!
Well… not quite.
Where Did May 2026 Come From?
Initially, Rockstar announced that GTA VI would launch in 2025. No specific date was given, but most assumed it would drop by the end of the year.
Now we know: the official release date has been moved to May 2026. Rockstar hasn’t given a clear reason, but they’re citing the “need for additional polish and detail work.” That’s basically the industry’s way of saying, we’re running behind schedule.
$2 Billion — Where Did All That Money Go?
Here’s where it gets really wild — the money. Over $2 billion has already been spent on developing GTA VI. For comparison, the Burj Khalifa — the tallest building in the world — cost $1.5 billion and took six years to build. GTA VI has been in development for eight years!
So we have a “virtual skyscraper” that’s literally more expensive than a real one.
Why so pricey? Simple:
- The development team includes hundreds of professionals: artists, programmers, writers, designers, animators.
- The game promises to be massive — a deeply detailed open world, living characters, lifelike cities.
- Graphics, sound, dialogue, storyline — everything has to be top-tier. Rockstar can’t afford to mess this up.
And let’s not forget marketing. That one trailer? It aired in prime time, got full reaction videos from influencers, and has been broken down frame by frame. And that was just the beginning.
So Where’s the Second Trailer?
A lot of people expected Rockstar to drop the second trailer alongside the delay announcement. But nope — they’re holding back. And that’s frustrating fans even more. One trailer in eight years of development? That’s… intense.
Gamers are tired of waiting. Every month the internet is flooded with fake “leaks,” fan-made trailers, and made-up gameplay footage. People are going crazy from the lack of official info.
Why Everyone Will Still Play It Anyway
Despite all the disappointment, let’s be real: everyone’s still going to play GTA VI. Because:
- It’s going to be the event of the year — maybe even the decade.
- GTA is not just a game, it’s part of pop culture.
- Rockstar knows how to create projects people quote and discuss for years.
Yeah, the wait sucks. And yeah, 2026 feels far away. But if GTA VI turns out even half as amazing as promised — it’ll be worth it.
What’s Next?
Right now, all we can do is wait. Most likely, the second trailer will come out in late 2025. Then, as we get closer to spring 2026, we’ll see pre-orders, reviews, leaks, and full-blown hype.
Rockstar moves slowly, but they know how to deliver. GTA VI might end up being the most expensive and ambitious game ever made. And if it really cost more than $2 billion — we have every right to hope the wait was worth it.
Until then — patience. We’ve waited 12 years. What’s one more?
