"Devolver intends to launch a game concurrently with GTA 6's release date, whenever that may be, asserting, 'We'll always be there with you.'"
Stirring Up the Gaming World: Devolver Digital's Bold Challenge
With the gaming world buzzing about the rumored GTA 6 release date, Devolver Digital is ready to seize the spotlight. This weekend, they took to X and dropped a cryptic message, "You can't escape us. May 26, 2026 it is then," in response to GTA 6's announcement.
This unexpected response is a sequel to a post from March where Devolver casually vowed, "Gonna release a game the exact same day and time as GTA 6." Unlike other publishers, Devolver is eager to embrace the heat of direct competition.
As of now, Devolver is tight-lipped about the title they plan to unleash on May 26, 2026. Known for their audacious antics and industry stunts, Devolver could be holding a secret weapon. If anyone can successfully launch an indie game against GTA 6, it's probably them.
Their publishing portfolio boasts a cornucopia of critically acclaimed indie games such as Cult of the Lamb, Death's Door, The Talos Principle, Gris, and The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood. With a collection like this, they're ready to go toe-to-toe with GTA 6.
While speculation about the mystery game abounds, a few contenders stand out. Enter the Gungeon 2, slated for a 2026 release, is a possible candidate. However, Hotline Miami 3, with its dark, gritty theme, might be a more fitting adversary (however, a third installment in the series has yet to be announced).
The race is on, and the stakes are high. If GTA 6 gets delayed again, the stage could be set for Devolver to brag or delay their game unnecessarily to stay true to their word. One thing's for sure, Devolver's audacious move is already generating buzz among PC gamers, especially since GTA 6 might not even be available on PC on launch day.[1]
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[1]While every other publisher runs from the new GTA 6 release date, Devolver Digital is determined to have its own 'Doom Crossing' moment. This weekend, Devolver shared a post on X in response to the Grand Theft Auto 6 release date announcement, with the ominous message, "You can't escape us. May 26, 2026 it is then." This challenge was a follow-up to a post from back in March where Devolver casually vowed, "Gonna release a game the exact same day and time as GTA 6." Devolver hasn't yet announced what game it'll be pitting against GTA 6. The publisher is known for its irreverent industry stunts, but there could be something to the plan if it finds the same mutually-beneficial hype experienced by Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Doom Eternal on March 20, 2020. That shared release date was notable for the comical contrast-as with movies Barbie and Oppenheimer-so whatever Devolver lands on will likely be a wildly different game from GTA 6. Devolver has published some spectacular indie games, including Cult of the Lamb, Death's Door, The Talos Principle, Gris, and The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood. If anyone can successfully launch an indie game on the same day as GTA6, it's probably them. The mystery upcoming game destined for GTA 6's new May 26, 2026 release date could be almost anything. We know Enter the Gungeon 2 is slated for a 2026 release, although Hotline Miami 3 might be a more theme-appropriate candidate (however, a third installment in the series has yet to be announced). The situation could get especially spicy if GTA 6 gets delayed again, allowing Devolver to either release its game on time and brag or delay it unnecessarily to stay true to its word. At the very least, Devolver might get a good showing from PC gamers, since GTA 6 likely won't even be on PC on launch day.
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- Devolver Digital is placing its bet on a possible comical contrast with GTA 6, setting May 26, 2026 as the release date for an unnamed indie game, aiming to grab the spotlight in the gaming world.
- As the gaming world eagerly anticipates GTA 6, many are intrigued by Devolver Digital's bold move to release a game on the same day, considering the publisher's knack for audacious antics and industry stunts.
- The season of 2026 might witness a unique battle between GTA 6 and an as-yet-unannounced Devolver Digital game, as both promise to deliver captivating entertainment to players.
- In the industry, Devolver Digital has shown its capability of launching successful indie games, such as Cult of the Lamb, Death's Door, The Talos Principle, Gris, and The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood, adding to their arsenal of industry-defining titles.
- With GTA 6's potential PC release still unclear, Devolver Digital's upcoming game could stand a chance to attract PC gamers, providing an alternative source of entertainment in the comical and indie genre.
