Take-Two Interactive has reaffirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI remains on schedule for its November 19, 2026, release. In its latest financial report for the first quarter of the 2027 fiscal year, the publisher confirmed that development is proceeding as planned, fueling expectations for one of the company's most significant launches to date.
Quick Facts
- Official Release Date: November 19, 2026
- Upcoming Media: 'Grand Theft Auto 6: An Extended Look' premieres on Netflix on August 27
- Preorder Status: Digital preorders are currently active, having launched on June 25
The company noted that global anticipation for the title is building, citing an "exceptional start" to preorders since they went live in late June. While Take-Two did not disclose specific unit sales for these preorders, they noted that the excitement surrounding the game is expected to grow following the release of the upcoming extended look on Netflix.
Financial Context and Future Milestones
Take-Two reported net bookings of $1.39 billion for the quarter, slightly exceeding its previous guidance. Looking ahead, the publisher expects the current financial year to serve as a major inflection point, with projections indicating a 20% growth over the previous fiscal year. Rockstar Games is expected to account for approximately 37% of the company's total revenue breakdown for the year as the focus shifts toward the November launch.
Beyond the release of Grand Theft Auto VI, Take-Two confirmed that other titles, including Borderlands 4, Sid Meier’s Civilization VII, and WWE 2K26, continue to receive support, though no specific release dates for those projects were provided in the latest update.