The question is now being seriously asked by analysts, who argue the delay might force Sony and Microsoft to shift their entire next-generation launch plans around it.
Sony's VP said that the PS5 is "hitting its stride" while saying that the best-selling PS5 game has yet to be released.
A Polish official seriously suggested people might "take to the streets" over the news, elevating the fan outrage to a formal government proceeding.
Fans are now convinced a "hidden" video on Rockstar's YouTube channel is Trailer 3, all based on a one-digit discrepancy in the public video count.
An animator who worked on GTA 5 explains why the latest delay is a classic Rockstar move, comparing it to the last-minute chaos that came with adding first-person perspective.
Gaten Matarazzo pointed out he was 11 when the last game came out, joking that "we got seasons 1 through 5 before GTA 6."
Rockstar is expanding its QA team, a classic sign that a game is in its final stretch, not in development hell, and is on track for its new 2026 release.
Take-Two's CEO says Rockstar is simply "seeking perfection," a familiar refrain for a studio that has now pushed back its most anticipated title for a second time.
The person, who is said to be Rockstar employee, claims colleagues were fired via 2-minute phone calls while on paternity leave, creating a culture of fear inside the studio.
The inevitable second delay to November 2026 is the ultimate flex, a masterclass in a studio operating on its own terms, regardless of broken promises or plummeting stock prices.
Brace yourselves for another six-month wait, as the release has been pushed from May to November 19, 2026, to achieve the "polish you deserve."
GTA 6's studio is accused of union-busting after firing dozens of workers in a private Discord server. Rockstar says they were sharing company secrets in a public forum.
An insider spotted backend changes hinting at a new GTA+ tier, sparking speculation that "Project ROME" will be a premium, paid service for roleplayers and creators.
A well-connected insider heard conflicting reports from Rockstar developers, while another says not to worry. Take-Two's earnings call could provide answers.
It's old footage from a YouTube promotion back in May, proving just how desperate fans are for any sign that the real marketing campaign has begun.
Actor Jay Klaitz didn't hesitate, arguing the sheer scale and years-long development process of a game like GTA 6 absolutely justifies the controversial price tag.
Dan Houser revealed the series is so inherently tied to the American cultural mix of guns, glamour, and chaos that a setting like London would fundamentally break the formula.
The platform's massive new policy update will age-restrict videos with "realistic violence," a move that seems tailor-made to gut the franchise's most popular content.
