Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick has reaffirmed that Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch on November 19, 2026, ending months of speculation. In a recent interview, Zelnick confidently confirmed the date, stating it had already been announced and remains unchanged despite prior delays. He acknowledged the game is about 18 months behind its original release target, a shift attributed to development timelines at Rockstar Games.

The confirmation comes amid growing rumors about pre-orders, sparked by leaked Best Buy affiliate emails suggesting they would begin on May 18, 2026. While those emails were verified as real, the dates weren’t officially confirmed by Rockstar. Industry reporter Tom Henderson cast doubt on the May pre-order window, suggesting a July announcement might be more likely.

As of now, no official trailer or pre-order details have been released, but Zelnick’s statement solidifies confidence in the November launch. GTA 6 remains one of the most anticipated entertainment releases of the decade, with Rockstar’s IP now described by the CEO as the most valuable in entertainment history.