Is GTA 6 Delayed Again? Release Date, PC News & Rumors

Last updated: [September 24, 2026]

The GTA 6 release date is confirmed for Thursday, November 19, 2026, and it will be available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S at launch. After multiple release-date shifts, Rockstar Games has set this date and stuck to it. Here’s everything about the upcoming GTA title along with the latest rumors and news on the PC release window.

Quick Facts

GTA 6 Delay History – Launching after Two Delays

Yes, you’ve heard this right. The November 19, 2026 date is the result of two delays back in time. Here’s the complete summary of the delays in short:

1. First official release window targeted: Fall 2025
2. First delay (announced May 2, 2025): Shifting from the fall 2025 window, Rockstar Games apologized to their fans by saying the extra time was needed “to deliver at the level of quality you expect and deserve” and announced May 26, 2026, as the new launch date.
3. Second delay (announced November 6, 2025): Months before May 2026 arrived, the makers again shifted their release to November 19, 2026, which is the confirmed date so far. The official statement by the makers on this delay said, “We are sorry for adding additional time to what we realize has been a long wait, but these extra months will allow us to finish the game with the level of polish you have come to expect and deserve.”

Why ‘GTA 6 release date’ is still trending

September 2026 has turned out to be a packed month in terms of new launches on console platforms like Xbox, and the reason behind it is that they want to release the game before GTA 6 dominates the conversation in November.

Xbox chief content officer Matt Booty told Variety, “I think all these games, it just shows that we’ve got an industry with a lot of active development. At the end of the day, it’s great for players.” But despite that, the GTA 6 release search interest is building immensely as every new title is getting compared against it.

With new updates, leaks, and insider reports, the interest among fans and general gaming enthusiasts seems to be in no mood to stop until November 19.

GTA 6 Exact Release Time in Your Region

GTA 6 won’t release at the same time in each country, but it will launch at midnight local time for each time zone for sure.

According to a leaked regional rollout map, New Zealand will be the first nation where GTA 6 will be available to play. It states that the game unlocks at 11:00 UTC on November 18, midnight local time in NZ.

Don’t get confused; you can get the live countdown for GTA 6 as per your country or time zone on The Leonida Daily, so you don’t miss the first experience of the game as soon as it launches.

Is GTA 6 Coming to PC?

Yes, the game will definitely arrive on PC, but not in 2026 for sure. In this scenario, there are two rumors surrounding the market; let’s see each one in detail.

• First rumor: An online leaker says he contacted over 90 former Rockstar employees on LinkedIn and got a response from 3 with an update stating February 2027 as the PC launch window for GTA 6. The reason behind it was mentioned as Take-Two can book their PC revenue before its fiscal year closes at the end of March.
• The real update on launch: Take-Two’s FY2027 product table was released recently, covering all their launches between April 2026 and March 2027. The list has GTA 6 for PS5 and Xbox only, with no mention of its PC version, which suggests the PC launch won’t be in February 2027. If we follow the past PC releases of GTA titles, there’s a 13-18 month window between the console and PC version (GTA V took 18 months), which would put the GTA 6 PC release around late 2027 or early 2028.

The real scenario for the GTA 6 PC release date is that nothing is confirmed. If you want to play the game, plan on PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S.

Pre-orders and Merch

Pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 are live on both the PlayStation Store and Xbox Store.

Sony recently revealed a limited edition GTA 6 DualSense controller, with the black variant to be exclusively available to purchase through PlayStation Direct, while The White edition is sold at participating retailers.

FAQ

Is GTA 6 delayed again?

As of September 2026, there’s no new delay for GTA 6. The game was delayed twice earlier (from Fall 2025 to May 2026, then to November 19, 2026), but the November date is finalized for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S with no additional delays.

When is GTA 6 coming to PC?

No official confirmation yet. But the recent rumors hint at a February 2027 launch, while Take-Two’s release schedule suggests that it may land in late 2027 or early 2028.

What time does GTA 6 unlock?

The upcoming title by Rockstar Games will launch at midnight local time in each region, while New Zealand is expected to be the first region to experience the game.

Can I pre-order GTA 6 now?

Yes, pre-orders for the game are available in both PlayStation and Xbox stores.