One of the former Rockstar developers has said that the Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) is on schedule and no further delays are imminent.
By the developer, former Rockstar technical lead Obbe Vermeij, the game has attained a stable development phase.
Still, Rockstar Games has not announced the official release date, yet new details bring hope to the fans.
What the Ex-developer Says
Obbe Vermeij, the developer of classic GTA hits such as GTA III, Vice City and San Andreas, recently posted his opinions for fans.
According to him, Rockstar Games is optimistic, and there are few reasons to believe that the date will change now that the vast majority of problems are solved.
His reassurances come amid growing buzz and tension among players, many of whom are preparing to see another delay. But Vermeij’s statement suggests that the developer has its feet on the ground.
Wider Take-Two Interactive Authentication
Backing this up, Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick has also expressed plenty of confidence in hitting the May 26, 2026 release date, stating his conviction to the date as “very, very high.”
He pointed out that Rockstar Games does not give empty promises and that it still pays attention to quality rather than rushing a launch.
This corporate-level assurance supports the assertion of Obbe Vermeij, which creates an impression that both internal and external stakeholders are aligned with the GTA 6 timeline.
Why This Matters
Fan Confidence: Rumors of regular delays had worn fans out. Having a former Rockstar developer and the publisher confirm the timeline helps restore trust.
Industry Watch: With Rockstar Games on track, this could be one of the smoothest major game launches in years.
Expectation Management: While unexpected difficulties may still arise, this is the strongest signal yet that the May 2026 release date is solid.
What Fans Expect Next
New gameplay preview – since narrative scenes aren’t enough, fans want to see actual GTA 6 gameplay soon.
Updates from Take – Two Interactive or Rockstar Games, possibly during events or earnings calls, to reaffirm timing.
Rising community chatter – fans are already predicting Easter eggs, crossovers, and pre-order details.
The combined confidence of Obbe Vermeij and Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick suggests that GTA 6’s development is stable and moving forward.
Although we are yet to receive an official release date announcement, this is the clearest indicator so far that Rockstar Games will do everything it can to launch in May 2026 without additional delays.
For fans of the series, the news is a blessing and a reason to stay hopeful for one of the most eagerly awaited launches in gaming history.
