GTA 6 Could Target Nintendo Switch 2
The launch of Grand Theft Auto 6 is poised to be a landmark event in gaming, currently confirmed for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on November 19, 2026. However, a persistent new rumor suggests that release lineup could expand to include another major platform: the Nintendo Switch 2.
According to claims made by content creator Kiwi Talkz, a source suggests Rockstar Games is targeting a day-and-date release for GTA 6 on the Switch 2. This would mean the game would launch on Nintendo’s next-generation console simultaneously with the PS5 and Xbox versions. The creator noted, however, that the claim is uncorroborated by other known sources, casting significant doubt on its validity.
This is not the first time a Switch 2 port has been speculated. Last fall, industry chatter indicated Rockstar was testing the technical feasibility of bringing its massive open-world title to Nintendo’s expected hardware. These rumors have persisted despite no official comment from Rockstar, which has only ever confirmed the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S as day-one platforms.
The primary question surrounding this rumor is one of technical capability. The Switch 2 is expected to be less powerful than its direct competitors. However, ports of demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Hogwarts Legacy to the current Switch demonstrate that significant technical adaptations can be made. A Switch 2 version would likely require substantial graphical compromises and optimization, but may not be impossible.
If true, this strategy would mark a significant shift. The PC gaming community has been eagerly awaiting news of a PC version, which has traditionally followed console releases for Rockstar’s biggest titles. A simultaneous Switch 2 launch could imply a reordering of development priorities, though it would also open the game to a vast, dedicated Nintendo audience.
This rumor surfaces alongside reports from journalist Jason Schreier, who states GTA 6 is still in active content development and has not yet entered the final polishing phase. With ten months until the scheduled release, the studio’s focus remains on completing the core experience for the announced platforms.
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For now, this remains an intriguing but unverified rumor. Fans should treat it with healthy skepticism until an official announcement is made. The confirmed plan remains a PS5 and Xbox Series X/S launch in late 2026, with the gaming world watching closely for any hint of a PC or surprise Switch 2 release.