FAQ: GTA 6 PC Release Date Is Being Delayed on Purpose, Says Take-Two CEO

Why is GTA 6's PC release being delayed?

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick confirmed the PC delay is intentional. Rockstar wants to serve console players — PS5 and Xbox Series X — first, as they represent the core customer base. Zelnick said: "Rockstar always starts on console because you're judged by serving the core."

Is the PC delay related to Sony's PlayStation marketing exclusivity deal?

No. When pressed on this in the Bloomberg interview, Zelnick explicitly denied it: "No. I mean, historically, Rockstar's gone to console first." The PC delay is a deliberate strategic choice, not a result of the Sony marketing deal.

What did Zelnick confirm about Sony PlayStation's role?

Zelnick confirmed that Sony PlayStation has marketing exclusivity for GTA 6 on PS5. This means marketing materials, trailers, and possibly console bundles will appear first on PlayStation. The PC delay is not part of this deal — it follows Rockstar's traditional console-first approach.

When will GTA 6 launch on PC?

An official PC release date has not been announced. Rockstar has a long history of launching its games on PC later than consoles, and with GTA 6 scheduled for November 19, 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X, PC players will likely have to wait significantly longer — as was the case with GTA V.

How many copies did GTA V sell on Steam?

As of 2023, reports indicated GTA V sold approximately 25.9 million units on Steam. Given the continued popularity of GTA Online and ongoing sales, this figure has likely increased significantly by 2026.