Devolver Digital Dares to Launch Game on GTA 6 Release Day

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 also declared its intention to launch a new game on that very date, aiming to ride the wave of what is expected to be the most significant game release of 2026.

Devolver Digital took to X/Twitter to humorously stake their claim on the same release date as GTA 6, showcasing their characteristic cheeky marketing approach. The announcement follows their earlier promise to coincide their game release with Rockstar's announcement of GTA 6's launch date. With a bold message of "You can’t escape us," Devolver Digital seems committed to this audacious plan.

You can’t escape us.

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

— Devolver Digital (@devolverdigital) May 2, 2025

Known for its diverse portfolio 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 a fresh addition to their lineup. The company has several upcoming projects, including Baby Steps and Stick It to the Stickman, slated for release before the end of 2025, and Enter the Gungeon 2 and Human Fall Flat 2 expected in 2026. However, developer No Brakes Games has confirmed that Human Fall Flat 2 will not be part of the May 26, 2026, 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 launch, GTA 6 is already poised 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 launch a game on the same day is a bold move to capture some of the spotlight, though the exact nature of their plan remains to be seen.

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