Rockstar breaks silence on GTA VI leaks, confirms November 19, 2026 release

Rockstar Games has announced that the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA VI) will launch on November 19, 2026. The announcement came after a series of leaked gameplay footage surfaced, causing frustration among the development team. In an open letter to fans, the company expressed its disappointment with the situation, describing the leaks as "heartbreaking" and reaffirmed its commitment to releasing the game on schedule.

Rockstar apologized for the delay, stating that they are "nearly complete" and are "exceeding your expectations" with the extended trailer set to be released tomorrow on Netflix. Although the leaks may impact the intended player experience due to spoilers, Rockstar hopes fans will wait to experience the game fully on November 19.

The company thanked its fans for their support, emphasizing that they make the game for the community. The leaks began on August 18 when a group called CyberLeek released lengthy gameplay clips, including combat, driving, mini-games, radio stations, and large sections of the Vice City map. The company took legal action to remove the footage but remained officially silent.

The "GTA VI: Extended Look" trailer is set to premiere on Netflix tomorrow, and the game will be available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles.