Recently, the excitement around the supposed leak of Grand Theft Auto 6’s release date was dashed when the alleged leaker, a retailer, refuted the information. It’s hard to fathom that over a decade has passed since Grand Theft Auto 5 was released. Understandably, the anticipation for its sequel has been intense, yet Rockstar Games has provided minimal updates since confirming they are working on it.
The most significant news on GTA 6 to date was the release of its first trailer, which gave fans a peek into the game featuring a female lead named Lucia and a setting in a fictional Florida, including Vice City. It’s been more than a year since this trailer made waves, and Rockstar has remained tight-lipped about when the next preview might be revealed.
Despite the lack of information, fans keen on unraveling GTA 6’s mysteries, especially its launch date, have been speculating. Retailer X Uruguay recently listed September 17, 2025, as the supposed release date. An interaction with customer support, shared online, implied this date came from a PlayStation source, adding a layer of credibility to the leak. However, the retailer later clarified they had no official date from any brands. They acknowledged they assumed September 17 would suit the release, paralleling GTA 5’s launch in 2013, leading them to offer pre-orders mistakenly. The retailer has since apologized for the confusion and misinformation.
Considering September 17, 2025, is a Wednesday, it wasn’t seen as a typical release day for video games, which usually drop on Tuesdays or Fridays, sometimes Thursdays but rarely Wednesdays. However, there’s a possibility Rockstar might aim for a fall 2025 release, aligning it with GTA 5’s timing in September.
Until Rockstar officially announces the release date, fans should exercise caution and prepare for potential delays. Known for pushing back their release schedules, Rockstar might shift GTA 6 to 2026 if necessary. If a fall 2025 launch is indeed their target, it stands to reason that a second trailer could be on the horizon soon. Only time will tell how this much-anticipated game unfolds, but anticipation remains high.
