GTA 6’s ending is in “development hell” claims leaker and that may be why Rockstar delayed the game | Esports News

As GTA 6 fever continues to build, a concerning leak could be the reason why Rockstar delayed the release until May 2026. Leaked screenshots posted by GameRoll and embedded in Discord threads suggest that the game’s last two chapters 4 and 5 are still being rewritten, plunging the project into real “development hell.” Now, the question on everyone’s mind is whether this enormous revamp is the underlying reason for the delay.

Last chapters in chaos as GTA 6 suffers “development hell”

As GameRoll, whose leaks initially outed Jason and Lucia’s last names, reports that major content from Chapters 4 and 5 has been cut, the story is being rewritten from scratch.GameRoll argues that the promotional trailers only featured story beats of Chapters 1–3, with Chapters 4 and 5 shrouded and seemingly incomplete. Moreover, news suggests the in-game weapon wheel has been redesigned yet again, for the third time, and that horror-grade dismemberment mechanics in the style of Red Dead Redemption 2 are still in development Across fan forums like Reddit, players continue to debate the credibility of the leak. Some suggest it stems from an outdated internal build and may not reflect the game’s current state. Others argue that Rockstar is known for refining major features late in development, citing Red Dead Redemption 2 as a prime example.

What this means for Rockstar’s timeline and fan expectations

GTA 6 was originally slated for fall 2025 but shifted to May 26, 2026. While Rockstar hasn’t officially linked the delay to these narrative hiccups, industry analysts speculate that the extensive rework of critical story chapters played a major role. Should the team require even more time, another postponement remains possible.In spite of development gripes, GTA 6 nonetheless guarantees revolutionary features, like dynamic gore mechanics and revamped combat capabilities. Most users contend that if Rockstar is waiting now, it might provide a fuller, more harmonious experience when the game does release.The “development hell” tag associated with GTA 6’s later chapters might provide some explanation for the game’s delay, but its full effect is still to be proven. Considering Rockstar’s history of mighty, refined blockbusters, it’s too early to tell. If these rumors have merit, however, they serve to highlight Rockstar’s refusal to release anything other than absolute best, and that waiting, as it turns out, was perhaps worth it.Also Read: Fans speculate Rockstar might launch in-character social media for GTA 6