Twitch head predicts the release of GTA VI multiplayer in 2027
- Twitch CEO predicts GTA VI multiplayer in 2027
- Rockstar has not officially announced the date for the online mode
- The launch is expected to see significant growth in Twitch's audience
- The single-player part of GTA VI will be released on November 19 on consoles
In a recent interview with Bloomberg, Dan Clancy, the head of the Twitch platform, stated that the multiplayer component of the fifth installment of the Grand Theft Auto series, known as GTA VI, is planned for release in 2027. Meanwhile, Rockstar Games has not made any official statements regarding the launch date of the online mode.
Clancy explained that his estimate is based on lengthy discussions with representatives from Rockstar, but emphasized that the exact timelines may change. According to him, the information he shared reflects current expectations but is not an official confirmation from the company.
Impact on Twitch
According to the head of Twitch, the announcement of a multiplayer mode could be a factor influencing the plans of other developers. Some publishers are already considering postponing their releases to avoid competing with the expected hype around GTA VI.
Despite Clancy's confidence, the question remains open as to how reliable the information he received is. Some analysts believe that it may be a speculation rather than a confirmed schedule from Rockstar, and advise to treat the date with caution.
Historical context
For comparison, the original GTA V was released in 2013 without a built-in multiplayer mode; GTA Online was launched only two weeks after the release of the single-player campaign. This experience showed how important the online component is for player retention.
Rockstar's parent company, Take-Two Interactive, previously stated that the GTA Online service will not be shut down after the release of the sixth installment of the series. The company plans to support the online infrastructure even after the arrival of GTA VI, indicating a long-term strategy towards multiplayer.
The officially confirmed release of GTA VI is scheduled for November 19 of this year for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 consoles, with the game available with Russian subtitles. The date refers to the single-player campaign; the release date for the multiplayer mode, according to Clancy, remains postponed until 2027.
Source: StopGame
