The anticipation surrounding Grand Theft Auto 6 is reaching fever pitch, with fans eagerly awaiting its official release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in November 2026. However, recent rumors suggest the scope of Rockstar Games’ ambitions for the title may extend beyond those platforms, potentially including a simultaneous launch on Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2 console. This possibility, once considered far-fetched, is gaining traction thanks to a bold bet made by a prominent industry leaker.
While Rockstar has officially confirmed GTA 6 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, a PC release remains unconfirmed. Now, whispers of a Switch 2 version are circulating, fueled by reports of Rockstar exploring the modern console’s capabilities as early as last year. The latest development comes from Reece “KiwiTalkz” Reilly, a leaker known for accurate past predictions, who claims his source is adamant that GTA 6 will arrive day-and-date on the Switch 2.
Reilly detailed the situation in a post on X (formerly Twitter), revealing a wager with his source regarding the Switch 2 port. According to Reilly, his source has consistently maintained that GTA 6 will launch alongside the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S versions. Initially skeptical, Reilly challenged the claim, leading to a bet centered around a dinner – which Reilly will win if Rockstar doesn’t announce a Switch 2 version by early May.
“Tickets to India in June are booked! Looks like everything is set for me to win this lavish dinner from my Rockstar source, during which we’ll be discussing GTA VI on Switch 2,” Reilly wrote. “My source has been saying for months that the game will arrive on the console day one. I thought that was utter crap and challenged him, but he doubled down. Rockstar has until early May to announce the Switch 2 version, otherwise I win. Will definitely post a pic from dinner, lol.”
The possibility of a GTA 6 release on the Switch 2 is particularly noteworthy given the console’s anticipated hardware limitations. The Switch 2 is expected to be more powerful than its predecessor, but it will likely still lag behind the processing power of the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, as noted by Polygon. Rockstar previously released Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars for the Nintendo DS in 2009, demonstrating a willingness to develop for Nintendo hardware. Take-Two Interactive, Rockstar’s parent company, has also suggested it could bring more games to the Switch 2, though specific titles remain unconfirmed, according to GameSpot.
Testing for a potential Switch 2 port is reportedly underway, but GameRant cautions against raising expectations too high. The technical challenges of porting a graphically demanding game like GTA 6 to a less powerful handheld console are significant. Some third-party developers have reported difficulties acquiring development kits for the Switch 2, potentially hindering development efforts.
The current scheduled release date for Grand Theft Auto 6 is November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. Marketing for the game is expected to begin this summer, and physical editions are planned for launch. Whether a Nintendo Switch 2 version will join the lineup remains to be seen, but the stakes are high – and a dinner is on the line – as the May deadline approaches.
As the May deadline draws nearer, all eyes will be on Rockstar Games. The company’s decision will not only impact the potential reach of GTA 6 but also signal its commitment to Nintendo’s next-generation hardware. The gaming community will be watching closely for any official announcements, eager to learn whether the highly anticipated title will indeed be available on the Switch 2 at launch.
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