Star Citizen Spinoff Squadron 42 Delayed to 2027, Dev Insists It's Because of GTA 6

Star Citizen's single-player spinoff Squadron 42 has been pushed back to a 2027 launch, according to developer Chris Roberts. Roberts made the announcement in a blog post, stating that the delay is due to the attention surrounding Grand Theft Auto 6. Originally, the release date was set for Q4 2026, but Roberts decided against launching Squadron 42 during that time, fearing it wouldn't receive the attention it deserves amidst GTA 6's release.

He assured that Squadron 42 will receive previews with content creators and early backers in October, which will provide a concrete release date shortly thereafter. The game, in development for over a decade, boasts an impressive star-studded cast and has received significant funding, crossing the $1 billion mark. However, Squadron 42 has faced numerous delays and a recent livestream event raised concerns about its readiness for release.