GTA 6 Online May Get Delayed

Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to release in November 2026, but fans anticipating an online multiplayer mode at launch may face a wait of several years. Rockstar Games has not announced GTA 6 Online, with expectations suggesting it could arrive one or two years after the main game, according to Forbes. Unlike GTA 5, Rockstar has not disclosed an Online mode or release window for the sequel.

This contrasts sharply with GTA 5, where GTA Online launched just two weeks after the main game in 2013. Rockstar is reportedly prioritizing GTA 6, a project that has taken over a decade to complete and faced multiple delays, instead of rushing the development of a new multiplayer platform. The ongoing success of GTA Online, which has generated substantial revenue for years with regular updates and in-game purchases, adds another layer of complexity to the decision.

As a result, Rockstar may treat GTA 6 Online as a separate long-term initiative rather than a launch-day feature. Players can expect GTA 6 to launch in November with its single-player experience, while the wait for GTA 6 Online could extend into the following years. Rockstar has not confirmed the timeline, with speculation based on the company's silence and gamers' superstitious nature.