On May 2, Rockstar Games issued a statement directly addressing the delay of Grand Theft Auto VI, expressing appreciation for fans' continued support and patience. The studio acknowledged that the revised release window may come as a disappointment, but stressed that the additional development time is crucial to meet the high expectations surrounding the next chapter in its iconic series.
“We sincerely apologize for the delay,” Rockstar wrote. “We hope you understand that this extra time is necessary to deliver the level of quality you both expect and deserve.”
The announcement follows increasing speculation online, fueled by the lack of updates since the game's initial teaser. Rockstar confirmed that GTA VI is in development for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles.
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Excitement for GTA VI has remained strong since the record-breaking success of Grand Theft Auto V, which has sold over 210 million copies since its 2013 launch. That game's lasting popularity has only heightened expectations for its successor. While Rockstar has not yet revealed additional gameplay details, the company noted that more information will be released “soon --- MORE ---