What Is Rockstar Games?

Rockstar Games is an American video game developer and publisher, founded in 1998 and headquartered in New York City. It is best known for creating the Grand Theft Auto series, Red Dead Redemption, Max Payne, and other critically acclaimed open-world titles.

The studio operates under Take-Two Interactive and has become one of the most influential names in modern gaming, known for its cinematic storytelling, expansive worlds, and technical ambition across consoles and PC.

GTA VI Release Date Update

Grand Theft Auto VI is now officially set to launch on Thursday, November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. This date follows a delay from the previously announced May 26, 2026 release, which Rockstar cited as necessary to ensure the game meets its high quality standards.

Set in the fictional state of Leonida, including a reimagined Vice City, GTA VI promises the biggest and most immersive entry in the series yet. A PC release is expected after the console launch, though an exact date has not yet been confirmed.

Other Rockstar Projects & Store

In addition to GTA VI, Rockstar continues to support Grand Theft Auto Online and has announced that Red Dead Redemption (including Undead Nightmare) will be available on Netflix, iOS, Android, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S starting December 2, 2025.

The Rockstar Store offers official merchandise, apparel, and collectibles for fans of GTA, Red Dead Redemption, and other Rockstar franchises, serving as the primary hub for branded physical and digital goods.