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According to GamesBeat, Grand Theft Auto 6 could potentially launch on PC during the first quarter of 2027. This report cites four industry sources familiar with Rockstar Games' plans, though the developer has not yet officially confirmed a computer version of the title.
The console release for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S is scheduled for November 19, 2026. If the reported window holds, the gap between the console debut and the PC release would be significantly shorter than previous Rockstar titles, potentially spanning only a few weeks to just over four months.
Historically, Rockstar has prioritized consoles due to standardized hardware, which former producer John Ricchio notes simplifies optimization compared to the vast variety of PC configurations. However, Take-Two Interactive president Strauss Zelnick has acknowledged the growing importance of PC sales, which may influence the company's release strategy.
This potential timeline contrasts sharply with past releases like GTA 5, which took approximately 19 months to reach PC, and Red Dead Redemption 2, which saw a delay of over one year. Rockstar has not commented on these claims, and the game remains officially confirmed only for consoles.
