Rockstar Games has officially announced that Grand Theft Auto 6 will hit the shelves on May 26, 2026. In a playful twist, indie game publisher Devolver Digital has cheekily announced their own plans to launch a new game on the very same day. This bold move showcases Devolver Digital's characteristic humor and strategic marketing, aiming to capitalize on the massive attention that GTA 6 is expected to garner.

In a light-hearted jab at the anticipated blockbuster release, Devolver Digital shared their announcement on X/Twitter. The indie publisher's decision to launch a mystery title on May 26, 2026, follows their earlier promise to release a game coinciding with GTA 6's reveal. Their message is clear and playful: "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 catalog of innovative indie titles, including hits like Hotline Miami, Enter the Gungeon, The Messenger, Katana Zero, and Cult of the Lamb. Whether they'll unveil a sequel to a beloved series or introduce an entirely new game remains a mystery. The company has several other projects lined up, such as Baby Steps and Stick It to the Stickman, set for release before the end of 2025, and Enter the Gungeon 2 and Human Fall Flat 2, slated for 2026. However, 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 release, GTA 6 is already poised to be a monumental event in the gaming world. As the first numbered entry in Rockstar’s acclaimed sandbox series since 2013, anticipation is sky-high. Devolver Digital's unconventional strategy to ride the wave of GTA 6's launch is intriguing, and we'll have to wait and see how it unfolds.

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