It’s been one long wait for fans of the Grand Theft Auto VI universe. After already pushing back the launch once, developer Rockstar Games and publisher Take‑Two Interactive announced yet another delay recently, moving the game from its earlier May 2026 window to November 19, 2026 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Predictably, the internet had a field day with memes and jokes about the long-haul wait. But there’s one group that might have even more reason to sigh: PC gamers. With no confirmed PC version and past history hinting at even longer waits for the platform, speculation now suggests PC fans might not get to play GTA 6 until 2028.
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When will GTA VI launch on PC?
Rockstar has made it clear: the upcoming launch date of November 19, 2026 is for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S only. The official site lists just those platforms and makes no mention of PC as of today. Given the game’s blockbuster status, the delay is being framed as a move to ensure top-tier polish and avoid the pitfalls of rushing a massive release. Early reactions from PC players have ranged from resigned to frustrated, especially given they’re again waiting in the wings while console owners get first dibs.
If you’re wondering why PC fans might be stuck waiting, history offers some clues. The last installation, Grand Theft Auto V, launched on consoles in September 2013 but didn’t hit PC until April 2015, which was a full 19 months later. Even the console-to-PC transition for Red Dead Redemption 2 took around a year. Now, if Rockstar follows that trend, or worse, PC gamers might be looking at a 2028 release for GTA 6. Some analysts mark late-2027 as a best-case scenario, but many expect a longer gap.
Why the PC version could be late
There are several factors in play that help explain the wait for a PC version. One is platform strategy: Rockstar has often prioritized consoles first, then moved to PC later as part of a staggered release model. Another is the complexity of PC development and support, catering to the wide range of hardware configurations, handling mods and cheats, and offering an optimized experience takes longer. Finally, delaying the PC launch also allows Rockstar and Take-Two to capitalise on console sales first, then ride a second wave of revenue when the PC version drops. It might be a business model as much as a development one.
Fans might be grinding their teeth over the wait, but Rockstar insists it’s all for the sake of delivering something exceptional. With the console release now fixed at November 19, 2026, PC players are left watching and waiting, perhaps for years more. Until then, the memes will continue, the speculation will swirl, and the question remains: when will the big one finally land on PC?
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