Grand Theft Auto GTA 6 Release Delayed Amidst GTA 4 Port
The port of GTA 4 would be a significant development for fans of the series, providing an upgraded version of the game on modern consoles. With the potential release of Max Payne 3 remaster and the upcoming GTA 6, Rockstar Games is set to make a major impact on the gaming world. The release of GTA 4 on current-gen consoles would be a great way to revisit the iconic game and introduce it to a new generation of gamers.
Rockstar Games is reportedly working on a port of Grand Theft Auto IV for PS5, PS5 Pro, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X, which may release this year, potentially delaying the release of GTA 6 to 2026. According to reliable insider Tez2, the port has been in development for about a year and is expected to be an upgraded version of the game rather than a full remaster.
The news comes as a surprise, as GTA 4 has been available on Steam and Xbox backward compatibility, but a console port has been long overdue. The port is expected to address the game's poor performance on PC and improve its frame rate on all consoles. A simple port with some enhancements would likely excite fans and tide them over until GTA VI's release.
Additionally, a remaster of Max Payne 3 is also rumored to be in development, potentially as part of a bundle or Definitive Edition. The removal of the Liberty City Preservation Project mod in January has led some to speculate that a GTA IV port or remaster was in development. If true, this could indicate that Rockstar Games is planning to revisit its iconic games before the release of GTA 6.
While Rockstar Games has not commented on the report, the potential release of GTA 4 on current-gen consoles could coincide with the launch of GTA 6, attracting new players to the series, especially after they finish playing GTA 6. The character Lucia, from Liberty City, is set to appear in GTA 6, making the release of GTA 4 a strategic move to introduce new players to the series.