The arrival of Grand Theft Auto VI is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated gaming moments of 2025. Rockstar Games has confirmed that the game will be released in the fall of next year, and fans have been eagerly waiting since the first official teaser was dropped almost a year ago. However, as with most major game releases, there are growing concerns that the release might face delays. The slow trickle of information has led to speculation, especially considering Rockstar’s history of pushing back release dates. This concern has now been fueled by the opinion of a former Rockstar developer, adding more weight to the rumors of a possible delay.

Obbe Vermeij, a former technical director at Rockstar Games, recently took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his thoughts on the matter. Vermeij, who previously leaked details about Rockstar’s now-canceled project Agent, suggested that GTA VI might not meet the promised fall 2025 release window. According to him, even if the release date is mentioned in a trailer, it doesn’t guarantee the game will be ready in time. Vermeij emphasized Rockstar’s perfectionist approach and hinted that the development team might need more time to polish the game, causing a potential delay.

Vermeij speculated that Rockstar might officially announce a delay in May 2025, just four months before the expected release. He pointed out a pattern in Rockstar’s history, referencing how GTA IV faced a similar four-month delay. This timing could allow Rockstar enough flexibility to finalize the game before pushing it out to the public. Despite the potential delay, Vermeij expressed confidence that GTA VI would be a monumental release, predicting the game will dominate sales for over a decade with virtually no competition in its market.

The former developer also noted that, while GTA VI will undoubtedly be a massive hit, it may not represent a huge leap from GTA V, at least in terms of gameplay mechanics and design innovations. Historically, Rockstar has delayed their flagship titles, with games like GTA IV, GTA V, and Red Dead Redemption 2 all facing delays before their eventual launches. While Take-Two Interactive, Rockstar’s parent company, remains optimistic about a 2025 release, the growing rumors of a delay suggest that fans may need to prepare for the possibility of waiting a bit longer. Nonetheless, the game is expected to be a long-term success, delivering the high-quality experience fans have come to expect from Rockstar Games.

Conclusion

In conclusion, while Rockstar Games has set a fall 2025 release date for GTA VI, the possibility of a delay remains high given the company’s track record. Vermeij's insights suggest that fans should brace for potential setbacks, but even with a delay, GTA VI is poised to become a decade-long success. Rockstar’s commitment to quality ensures that the wait will be worth it.