Devolver Digital Is Going Out of Its Way to Launch a New Game the Same Day as GTA 6

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 jumped on the bandwagon, revealing plans to launch a new game on the very same day. This cheeky move by Devolver Digital, shared via X/Twitter, showcases their intent to capitalize on what is poised to be the most significant game launch of 2026.

Devolver Digital's announcement comes after their earlier promise to release a game coinciding with Rockstar's GTA 6 launch date. With the date now set for May 26, 2026, Devolver Digital humorously declared, "You can’t escape us," signaling their determination to make a splash alongside the gaming giant.

You can’t escape us.

May 26, 2026 it is then. https://t.co/eVa5bB1vrh

— Devolver Digital (@devolverdigital) May 2, 2025

Known for its eclectic mix of indie hits like Hotline Miami, Enter the Gungeon, The Messenger, Katana Zero, and Cult of the Lamb, Devolver Digital has yet to reveal whether this mystery title will be a sequel or an entirely new venture. The company's upcoming releases before the end of 2025 include Baby Steps and Stick It to the Stickman. Additionally, Enter the Gungeon 2 and Human Fall Flat 2 are slated for 2026, though 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 over a year until its release, GTA 6 is already shaping up to be a monumental event in the gaming world. As the first numbered entry in Rockstar's beloved sandbox series since 2013, anticipation is sky-high. Devolver Digital's strategy to release a game on the same day is a bold move, characteristic of their unique approach to marketing and game development. Only time will tell how this strategy will play out.

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