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Rockstar Says GTA 6 Will Be the Largest Game Launch in History Ahead of May 2026 Release

Rockstar Games targets a record-breaking launch with GTA 6, expecting to sell 40 million units in its first year and prepare for unprecedented online player demand.

  • Rockstar Games revealed that Grand Theft Auto 6 is scheduled for release on May 26, 2026, describing it as an unprecedented launch in the gaming industry.
  • This announcement follows official progress updates and cryptic teasers released in late 2023 and early 2024, as well as a related job listing.
  • A recent trailer highlighted dual protagonists Jason and Lucia, while Rockstar has not shared details on GTA Online's future or specific record expectations.
  • Analyst firm Ampere projected that the launch could bring in up to $2.7 billion, while Take-Two described GTA 6 as the most eagerly awaited entertainment title in history.
  • The anticipated launch is poised to transform the gaming sector, depending on a robust and scalable data infrastructure capable of handling a vast global player base.
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