Attention all Grand Theft Auto VI waiters! According to the latest report from GamesBeat, Rockstar Games is reportedly planning to launch the PC version in Q1 2027, meaning PC gamers might not have to wait over a year like they did for previous entries before entering Vice City. This news comes from four industry sources familiar with Rockstar’s plans, but remains unconfirmed—Rockstar hasn’t officially announced the PC release date yet. If the rumors prove accurate, the PC version could arrive as early as late March 2027, which is definitely something for PC gamers to look forward to.
This Time Could See a Significantly Shorter Wait!
Looking back at Rockstar’s past releases, PC players have often had to wait longer than console players. Grand Theft Auto V launched on consoles in September 2013 but didn’t arrive on PC until April 2015—a wait of about 19 months. Red Dead Redemption 2 hit consoles in October 2018 and made its PC debut roughly a year later.
In contrast, if Grand Theft Auto VI actually launches on PC in Q1 2027, it could be as little as 4 months after the planned November 19, 2026 release for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. This would break Rockstar’s recent pattern for major releases and could also change how players decide which platform to buy on.
So Should Players Buy a Console Now or Keep Waiting?
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick has previously stated that PC platform is becoming increasingly important to the company, but that doesn’t mean they’ve officially confirmed GTA VI’s PC version plans. Based on currently available information, Rockstar has only confirmed the game will launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S—no official word yet on PC release date, pricing, or hardware requirements. If this rumor turns out to be true, some players might choose to wait rather than buying a console version only to pay again for PC shortly after. However, until Rockstar confirms directly, the “Q1 2027” claim should still be treated as speculation—PC players would be wise to keep their expectations reasonable for now.