Amidst swirling rumors suggesting potential delays in the development of Grand Theft Auto VI, one reputable gaming journalist has come forward to refute these claims. Mike Straw, a senior editor at Insider Gaming, has cited multiple sources within Rockstar Games who insist that the highly anticipated title is still on track for its planned release schedule.
The rumors in question emerged a few days ago from a Kotaku report, which claimed that Rockstar’s decision to mandate a full-time return to office for its employees starting April 1st was due to a lag in the development schedule for GTA VI. The report alleged that the studio’s management was attempting to avoid a situation where they would be forced to postpone the game’s release from the expected 2025 window to 2026.
However, Straw’s sources within Rockstar have firmly denied these rumors, asserting that the development of Grand Theft Auto VI is progressing according to plan. While it’s impossible to determine which side is closer to the truth at this point, gamers eagerly awaiting the next installment in the iconic franchise can take solace in the assurances provided by Straw’s insider contacts.
Saying this again since people are still running with it: I've reached out to multiple sources and was told the game was "on schedule" and that any suggestion of a delay at this point in development is "pure conjecture" https://t.co/jCLRs7QAQw
— Mike Straw (@MikeStrawMedia) March 25, 2024
The anticipation surrounding GTA VI has reached fever pitch, as it’s been nearly a decade since the release of Grand Theft Auto V, which remains one of the highest-selling and most critically acclaimed video games of all time.
Rockstar Games and parent company Take-Two Interactive have remained tight-lipped about specific details regarding the upcoming title, leaving fans to speculate and dissect every morsel of information that surfaces.
As the gaming community eagerly awaits official communication from Rockstar Games and Take-Two about the release date and progress of GTA VI, the conflicting reports only serve to heighten the intrigue.
While the possibility of delays is an ever-present concern in the world of game development, Straw’s sources suggest that the Grand Theft Auto team is currently on track to deliver the highly anticipated sequel within the expected timeframe.
Whether these assurances hold true or prove to be premature remains to be seen. For now, fans can only hope that the development process continues to unfold smoothly, allowing Rockstar Games to unleash its latest open-world masterpiece without significant setbacks or compromises.
