Rockstar Games has officially announced that Grand Theft Auto 6 will hit the shelves on May 26, 2026. In a playful response, indie game publisher Devolver Digital has decided to launch a new game on the very same day, aiming to capture some of the spotlight during what is expected to be one of the biggest game launches of 2026.
Taking to X/Twitter, Devolver Digital humorously declared their intention to release a mystery title on May 26, 2026, the same day as GTA 6. This quirky marketing move underscores Devolver Digital's commitment to this audacious plan, at least for the time being. Their announcement follows a previous promise to unveil a game on the day Rockstar finally set a release date for GTA 6. Devolver Digital's message is clear: "You can’t escape us."
You can’t escape us.
May 26, 2026 it is then. https://t.co/eVa5bB1vrh
— Devolver Digital (@devolverdigital) May 2, 2025
Devolver Digital boasts a rich portfolio of indie titles including Hotline Miami, Enter the Gungeon, The Messenger, Katana Zero, and Cult of the Lamb. It remains to be seen whether they will launch a sequel or introduce an entirely new game. Their upcoming releases before 2025 ends include Baby Steps and Stick It to the Stickman. Moreover, Enter the Gungeon 2 and Human Fall Flat 2 are slated for 2026, though developer No Brakes Games has confirmed that Human Fall Flat 2 will not be part of the May 26 showdown.
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 more than a year until its launch, GTA 6 is already shaping up to be a monumental release. As the first numbered entry in Rockstar's beloved sandbox series since 2013, anticipation is high, and many are eager to play on launch day. Devolver Digital's unconventional approach aims to carve out a piece of the action, though the exact nature of their game remains a mystery until closer to the release date.
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