Rockstar Games has officially announced that Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch on May 26, 2026, prompting indie publisher Devolver Digital to tease a mysterious new game slated for release on the same day.

In a playful jab at what's destined to be 2026's biggest game launch, Devolver Digital tweeted their own announcement coinciding with Rockstar's reveal. Now that GTA 6's release date is confirmed, the indie publisher has vowed to drop an unannounced title simultaneously—a bold marketing move they appear committed to, at least for the moment.

This audacious release plan follows Devolver's earlier promise to counter-program whenever Rockstar finalized GTA 6's launch. With the date now set for next May, the publisher'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

Known for cult hits like Hotline Miami, Enter the Gungeon, and Cult of the Lamb, Devolver Digital hasn't revealed whether this mystery title will be a sequel or an original IP. Their upcoming slate includes Baby Steps and Stick It to the Stickman before 2025 concludes, plus Enter the Gungeon 2 and Human Fall Flat 2 in 2026—though the latter's developers have already ruled out a May 26 release.

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

Even with over a year until launch, GTA 6 is already shaping up to be a cultural phenomenon. As Rockstar's first numbered sequel since 2013, anticipation has reached fever pitch—and Devolver Digital is attempting to ride that wave with their signature irreverent style. Exactly how they'll execute this remains to be seen.

For deeper insights, explore Rockstar's track record of delaying major releases, or discover how a blockbuster like GTA 6 impacts the wider industry here.