Rockstar Games has officially announced that the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 will hit the shelves on May 26, 2026. In a playful twist, indie game publisher Devolver Digital has declared its intention to launch a new game on the very same day. This audacious move by Devolver Digital, shared via a post on X/Twitter, showcases their characteristic humor and boldness in the face of what is set to be the monumental release of 2026.
Devolver Digital's announcement came in response to GTA 6's confirmed release date, marking their commitment to release a mystery title on May 26, 2026. Their cheeky message, "You can’t escape us," encapsulates the light-hearted yet competitive spirit of their marketing strategy.
You can’t escape us.
May 26, 2026 it is then. https://t.co/eVa5bB1vrh
— Devolver Digital (@devolverdigital) May 2, 2025
Known for their eclectic range of indie hits such as Hotline Miami, Enter the Gungeon, The Messenger, Katana Zero, and Cult of the Lamb, Devolver Digital has kept fans guessing about whether their mystery release will be a sequel to an existing title or a completely new venture. Upcoming projects from their roster, like Baby Steps and Stick It to the Stickman, are slated for release before the end of 2025, while Enter the Gungeon 2 and Human Fall Flat 2 are expected sometime in 2026. 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 until its launch, Grand Theft Auto 6 is poised to be a colossal event in the gaming world. As the first numbered entry in Rockstar's beloved sandbox series since 2013, it has fans eagerly preparing for its debut. Meanwhile, Devolver Digital's strategy to carve out a piece of the action on the same day is a testament to their unique approach to gaming and marketing. We'll have to wait and see how this bold move plays out.
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