Rockstar Games has set May 26, 2026, as the global release date for Grand Theft Auto VI on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, ending years of speculation over when the long-awaited title would arrive.
Vice City Returns with New Faces
Set in the fictional state of Leonida, inspired by Florida, GTA 6 will center around Vice City — a vibrant, Miami-like metropolis. Players will step into the roles of Jason Duval, a former soldier turned criminal, and Lucia Caminos, the franchise’s first female protagonist. Their story follows a failed heist and an unfolding conspiracy that pulls them deeper into Leonida’s criminal underworld.
Rockstar’s Most Ambitious World Yet
The game world promises unmatched scale and detail, featuring more than 700 explorable buildings, functional malls, beaches, swamps, and busy city streets. NPCs will react more intelligently to player behavior, while a revamped police system will use suspect descriptions and surveillance to track offenders, raising the stakes for every getaway.
Beyond the main storyline, players can engage in a wide range of side activities — from golfing and fishing to dirt biking, kayaking, and gym training — making this the most interactive GTA to date.
The Delay Explained
Originally expected in 2025, the launch was shifted to 2026 to match Rockstar’s Tuesday release tradition, coincide with summer holidays, and build momentum ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
Fan Reactions
The announcement has ignited excitement across the gaming community, though PC players expressed disappointment at being left out of the initial release. Based on Rockstar’s history, a PC version may arrive about a year later.
With cutting-edge visuals, immersive gameplay, and a return to the sun-soaked streets of Vice City, GTA 6 is poised to set a new benchmark for open-world gaming.
