When a massive game like GTA VI is about to launch, it’s no surprise that other developers and publishers want to avoid releasing their games at the same time.

The hype for GTA VI is unprecedented, and it’s expected to sell millions of copies and be played by a vast number of gamers.

Many are hoping that a second trailer for GTA VI will be released soon.

Jason Schreier from Bloomberg reports that several game studios are hesitant to announce release dates for their own games to avoid clashing with GTA VI.

According to Schreier, “The anticipation is so high that some competing game publishers are waiting as long as possible to commit to their release dates for the fall.”

These details come from sources who wished to remain anonymous as they were not authorized to speak publicly.

With so many players likely to spend their money and time on GTA VI, other games might struggle to attract attention.

Avoiding the launch date of a huge title like GTA VI is a common strategy, but since the exact release date for Rockstar Games’ next title is still unknown, publishers are being cautious.

Schreier notes, “Publishers want to see if GTA VI will meet its deadline or be delayed to 2026. They are determined to keep their own games far away from its release.”

There are reports that GTA VI’s schedule has faced internal delays, but Rockstar Games’ parent company, Take-Two, believes the game is still on track.

This means that any major games planned for late 2025, especially open-world games, might be postponed to 2026 to avoid competing with GTA VI.