Media: Some Game Publishers Ready to Delay Releases Due to GTA 6

GTA 6 hasn't even been released yet, but it's already having a significant impact on the video game market. Some major publishers are prepared to postpone their projects to avoid market clashes.

This was reported by journalist Christopher Dring, who stated that three major video game publishers are willing to delay their game releases to steer clear of competition with GTA 6.

He also added that a representative from one company told him that various plans are being developed regarding game release timelines, which will be adjusted based on the situation with GTA 6's release.

According to this source, Rockstar Games' titles not only capture market money but also players' time, which is why they don't want to release their projects close to GTA 6.

Furthermore, Christopher Dring mentioned that similar concerns are being voiced by developers of some game services, who are hesitant to launch major updates during GTA 6's release period.

As a reminder, Grand Theft Auto 6 is slated for release this fall for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. If the date is postponed, it could also affect the plans of other game developers. For instance, at the recent Game Developer’s Conference, studios mentioned they are waiting for Rockstar Games to announce exact dates before setting their own.