Fans of Grand Theft Auto VI saw a small but worrying detail this week. On 22 July 2025, some gamers noticed the date on the PlayStation Store had changed. It went from showing 26 May 2026 to 25 May 2026. This sparked fresh fears of yet another delay. The minor change has sent fans into panic. They worry there may be more behind the scenes.
It all started with Rockstar’s official announcement on 2 May 2025. The company confirmed GTA 6 would now launch on 26 May 2026, after pushing the release out from fall 2025. Rockstar said it was sorry and explained it needed extra time to reach the high-quality players’ expectations.
Still, that hasn’t stopped speculation. In early July, a Reddit user named JaivianCraft noticed the store listing had changed. The date switched to 25 May. That alone put fans on edge. But others quickly pointed out it was just due to time zones. The UK store shows midnight on the 26th, but stores in other regions show late evening on the 25th. It is all based on local time.
Despite this explanation, concerns persist. Fans recall Rockstar’s history. Both GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2 were delayed repeatedly before release. That has made gamers nervous. Many fear even the confirmed May 2026 date could slip again.
In addition, leaks suggest the game’s ending is still being rewritten. Chapters four and five may be undergoing heavy work. This fuels speculation that GTA 6 might be stuck in “development hell.” Even a noted journalist has warned that the 2026 date is not guaranteed.
Fan reaction online has been intense. Some are angry at the wait. One fan said, “Pain, terrible pain.” Others are frustrated by the silence. They feel Rockstar should show more of the game now.
But not all fans are against the delay. Some say it is better than a rushed launch. They argue Rockstar has a strong track record of releasing polished games, even if it takes longer. And GTA 6 has major potential. It features a return to Vice City, dual protagonists based loosely on Bonnie and Clyde, and a detailed open world in the state of Leonida.
Industry watchers note the delay is also impacting other game studios and projects. Some companies have had to shift their release dates to avoid being overshadowed by GTA 6. Even Rockstar’s remake of Max Payne 1 & 2 may now be released after GTA 6.
In short, what began as a simple timezone listing change has become a flashpoint for worried fans. Many now wonder: Is the 26 May 2026 release date still firm? Or is Rockstar preparing for yet another postponement? Only time—and Rockstar’s updates—will tell.
