Rockstar Games announced a delay for Grand Theft Auto 6, pushing the release date to May 26, 2026. The game, expected later this year, will feature its first female protagonist. Rockstar cited a need for extra time to meet quality expectations. Analysts predict strong lifetime sales despite the delay, estimating $6.35 billion in fiscal year 2026 revenue, down from prior $8 billion projections. The delay, however, is not expected to affect the game's overall sales potential.

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