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Grand Theft Auto VI Delayed to May 2026, Take-Two Shares Drop

Rockstar Games announced the delay of Grand Theft Auto VI to May 26, 2026, shifting the release from its original 2025 schedule.
The delay follows the December 2023 release of the game’s first trailer, which set viewing records and heightened anticipation for the sequel.
Grand Theft Auto VI features a new protagonist, Lucia, and is set in the fictional US state Leonida, which includes Vice City from prior games.
Rockstar said, "We are very sorry that this is later than you expected" and explained the extra time is needed to meet quality expectations.
The delay caused Take-Two Interactive’s shares to drop over 10% due to investor disappointment despite predictions of a major entertainment launch.

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