Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick reacted with surprise to the second delay of GTA 6, according to publishing head Jennifer Kolbe via GameSpot. The title moved from a 2025 window to May 2026 and then November 2026 to allow Rockstar to meet its ambitions. Zelnick later viewed the extra time as a worthwhile investment in quality.
Delay Timeline and Internal Calls
Kolbe twice informed Zelnick of needed postponements after the original 2025 target, first to May 2026 and later to November 2026, so the studio could deliver its full vision for the game.
Zelnick's Reaction and Outlook
“I think he said, ‘You’re kidding. Please tell me you’re kidding,’”
Zelnick ultimately accepted the reasons and stated that delays are often a wise investment when they enable the intended level of perfection.
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