Devolver Digital Challenges GTA 6 with Same-Day Game Launch

Rockstar Games has officially announced that the much-anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 will hit the shelves on May 26, 2026. In a bold and cheeky move, indie game publisher Devolver Digital has revealed its plans to launch a new game on the exact same date, aiming to share the spotlight with what is expected to be the gaming event of 2026.

Devolver Digital took to X/Twitter to humorously announce the release date for their mystery title, doubling down on their earlier promise to launch a game when Rockstar finally set a date for GTA 6. Their playful message reads, "You can’t escape us," signaling their intention to compete directly with the blockbuster release.

You can’t escape us.

May 26, 2026 it is then. https://t.co/eVa5bB1vrh

— Devolver Digital (@devolverdigital) May 2, 2025

Known for its eclectic mix of smaller-scale titles like Hotline Miami, Enter the Gungeon, The Messenger, Katana Zero, and Cult of the Lamb, Devolver Digital is keeping fans guessing about whether the new game will be a sequel or an entirely new venture. The company has other titles slated for release before the end of 2025, such as Baby Steps and Stick It to the Stickman, and 2026 will see the release of Enter the Gungeon 2 and Human Fall Flat 2. However, developer No Brakes Games has confirmed that Human Fall Flat 2 will not be competing on May 26.

We can confirm that Human Fall Flat 2 will NOT be releasing on May 26, 2026 https://t.co/zl3GbjSmia

— Human Fall Flat (@HumanFallFlat) May 2, 2025

With over a year to go before its launch, GTA 6 is already shaping up to be a monumental release, being the first numbered entry in Rockstar's acclaimed sandbox series since 2013. The excitement around the game has everyone eager to play on launch day, and Devolver Digital is strategically positioning itself to capture some of that enthusiasm in its uniquely Devolver way.

For those interested in Rockstar's track record, you can read about Rockstar’s history of delaying its big-budget releases. Additionally, learn more about the broader impact of a game like GTA 6 on the industry by clicking here.