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Rumors suggest Rockstar may bring GTA 6 to PC sooner than expected after its console launch
Exciting news for PC gamers—Grand Theft Auto 6 may be hitting PC much sooner than anticipated! According to Ronald van Veen, Vice President of Finance at Corsair Gaming, Rockstar’s highly anticipated open-world blockbuster could launch on PC as early as early 2026, just months after its expected fall 2025 release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
The comment came during Corsair’s latest earnings call, where van Veen confidently stated, “My understanding now is it’s going to come out in the fall for console, and then early 2026 for PC.” While Rockstar and its parent company, Take-Two Interactive, have yet to confirm any PC release plans, this prediction has already sparked excitement among fans who were expecting a much longer wait.
GTA 6 is expected to come to PC in "early 2026" according to a Corsair executive
He also backed up the Fall 2025 console release window pic.twitter.com/XwQ0GStRov
— Dexerto (@Dexerto) February 16, 2025
Will Rockstar Break Tradition?
Historically, Rockstar has always prioritized consoles when launching its major AAA titles. Every 3D Grand Theft Auto game has taken at least six months or more to reach PC after its console debut. Most notably, GTA 5 took a full 19 months to arrive on PC, while Red Dead Redemption 2 followed a similar timeline. If Corsair’s forecast proves accurate, GTA 6’s PC launch would be one of the fastest in the franchise’s history.
Despite van Veen’s optimism, industry experts remain skeptical. Rockstar is known for taking its time optimizing PC ports to ensure top-tier performance, and given the scale of GTA 6, an early 2026 release might be ambitious. However, the increasing importance of PC gaming in the industry could encourage Rockstar to close the gap between console and PC releases.
🎮 GTA 6 PC RELEASE: THE INSIDE SCOOP
IGN's exclusive interview with Take-Two CEO reveals the future of GTA 6 on PC. Here's what we learned:
✅ Console launch: Fall 2025
✅ PC version confirmed… eventually
✅ PC gaming = 40% of sales
✅ Earliest PC release: 2026Watch for… pic.twitter.com/jvd5mkt5O6
— TrophyHunt.Me (@TrophyHunt_Me) February 10, 2025
What’s Next for GTA 6?
For now, Rockstar and Take-Two remain laser-focused on the console launch of GTA 6, which is still slated for fall 2025. A formal release date announcement is expected by summer 2025, likely accompanied by new trailers and a deeper look into gameplay. Pricing details also remain under wraps, though multiple editions of the game are expected at launch.
As fans eagerly await more news, the possibility of a faster-than-usual PC port is a welcome surprise. Whether Rockstar will actually follow this rumored timeline remains to be seen, but one thing is certain—GTA 6 is set to be one of the biggest gaming events of the decade.
Stay Tuned for More Updates
With new details expected in the coming months, fans should keep an eye out for official announcements from Rockstar and Take-Two. Whether Corsair’s prediction turns out to be accurate or overly optimistic, one thing is certain—GTA 6 is on track to make history.
