The release of Grand Theft Auto VI is expected in just a few months, and with it, the anticipation is building. However, some fans are speculating about shadow-dropping the game, similar to Bethesda’s recent move with The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion.
Fans took to Reddit’s r/GTA6 community to discuss this possibility, with one user sharing a meme image of a sad character waiting for GTA 6 news after five months. However, not everyone is convinced that Rockstar would follow suit.
User Isiderdon thinks it’s unlikely Rockstar would shadow drop the highly anticipated game. Instead, they believe the company will use the 3-6 month promo phase to sell merchandise, posters, and autograph sessions before releasing the game in October or November.
Another user, CouchPoturtle, agrees that there’s no need for an extended promotional window. They suggest a short burst of activity with trailers and info videos dropping in July or August, followed by the game’s release.
While it’s uncertain whether Rockstar will indeed shadow drop GTA 6, fans are eager to see how they approach marketing. The company has traditionally maintained its secrecy, but recent releases have shown that they’re open to surprising their fans.
Source: https://www.gamingbible.com/news/gta-6-surprise-new-release-641297-20250423