Welcome back to The Vice City Brief — your go-to source for all things GTA 6. Today, we're diving into the latest news from Take-Two Interactive's recent investor call, the ongoing speculation about GTA 6's price tag, and some new online safety laws that could change how players access mature games in the future. Let's get into it.
Release Date Stays Firm for May 2026
The biggest news from Take-Two Interactive's August 7 investor call is that Grand Theft Auto 6 is still on track for its May 6, 2026, release date. This comes as a relief to fans, as rumors of a delay had been circulating in recent months. Take-Two and Rockstar Games doubled down on the release date during the call, and CEO Strauss Zelnick even said another delay is “unlikely.”
Historically, Rockstar tends to stick to its hard launch dates once they're announced. GTA 5, Red Dead Redemption, and Red Dead Redemption 2 all hit their confirmed dates. The only exception in the last 17 years was GTA 4, which was delayed after a hard date was set — and that was way back in 2008.
In short: barring anything unexpected, GTA 6 is launching on time.
Pricing Speculation — Could GTA 6 Break $100?
The next big talking point? The price of GTA 6. Industry analysts are predicting that GTA 6 could break the $70 barrier. Some, like analyst Matthew Ball in The State of Video Gaming in 2025, have suggested the game could launch at $100 or more.
Given GTA 6's hype — arguably the most anticipated game of the last 20 years — it's not hard to imagine Rockstar charging a premium. An $80–$100 price tag wouldn't be surprising, especially with its massive scale and production budget.
Why It's Been Quiet Since the Call
If you were expecting a flood of news after August 7, you may be wondering why things have gone quiet.
The truth is, the investor call didn't reveal much beyond the release date confirmation and routine earnings updates. Rockstar is likely holding back for a big marketing push later this year — possibly around October to December.
For now, the most tangible thing you can do is wishlist GTA 6 on Xbox or PlayStation. PC players will probably need to wait until at least 12 months after launch for a Steam or Epic Games Store release.
UK's New Online Safety Laws Could Impact GTA 6
While not directly about GTA 6, there's a new development that could affect how players access the game — especially in the UK. The UK's Online Safety Act officially went into full enforcement on July 25, 2025, requiring age verification for platforms hosting content deemed harmful to children. Major platforms like Reddit, X (Twitter), and Discord have already added verification systems to comply.
Gaming is next in line. Xbox has announced that starting early 2026, UK players will need age verification to use certain features like voice chat and game invites. Modding sites like Nexus Mods have also rolled out age checks for adult content.
Regulators have confirmed they're in discussions with the gaming industry to ensure compliance, meaning GTA 6's online mode, social features, and user-generated content could fall under these rules.
Other countries are following suit — the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) in the US, while less strict than the UK's law, is gaining bipartisan support and could introduce similar requirements. Interestingly, VPN usage in the UK spiked by 1,800% after the law went into effect, as players sought to bypass the restrictions.
For now, Rockstar is keeping things under wraps — but the next few months could bring a major surge in GTA 6 news. Until then, keep your wishlists updated and follow eld.gg for updates and enjoy GTA 6 Money & Items service here!