GTA VI Delayed to 2026: New Trailer Unveils Vice City Return and Dual Protagonists

GTA VI Delayed to 2026: New Trailer Unveils Vice City Return and Dual Protagonists

Rockstar Games has officially announced that Grand Theft Auto VI will now release

on May 26, 2026, pushing back from its initial Fall 2025 schedule. The delay aims to ensure the game meets the high-quality standards fans expect from the franchise. [Source]

Second Trailer Highlights

To maintain excitement, Rockstar released a second trailer revealing key details:

• Setting: The game returns to a modernized Vice City, located in the fictional state of Leonida, inspired by Florida.
• Protagonists: Players will follow the story of Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos, a criminal duo entangled in a high-stakes conspiracy. Lucia marks the first female playable character in the series since 2000. [Source]
• Gameplay: The trailer showcases intense police chases, diverse environments including swamps and urban areas, and a variety of vehicles such as luxury cars, motorcycles, boats, and planes. [Source]

Platform Availability

GTA VI will be available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles. A PC release has not been confirmed and may follow at a later date. [Source]

Market Impact

Following the trailer's release, Take-Two Interactive's stock experienced a 2.9% increase, reflecting investor confidence in the game's success. [Source]

Conclusion

While the delay may disappoint eager fans, the new trailer offers a promising glimpse into what could be the most ambitious installment in the Grand Theft Auto series. With its return to Vice City, introduction of dual protagonists, and expansive gameplay features, GTA VI is poised to set new standards in open-world gaming.

Sources: Rockstar Games, ESPN, Cadena SER, Investor's Business Daily, GamesRadar