Release of Death Stranding 2 Delayed to June Due to GTA 6

The day after tomorrow (and for those who pre-ordered the deluxe edition — tomorrow), June 26, the release of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach will take place. Is it strange that the anticipated PS5 exclusive is releasing in the summer, while the first part debuted in the fall? No, considering that the release date was announced in early March, even before it was known that GTA 6 would be postponed from the fall to the following spring.

The creator of the video game, Hideo Kojima, who years earlier praised GTA 5, mentioned in May on his radio show that he wanted to release DS 2 in September.

Hideo Kojima says when publishers decide the release date for games like Death Stranding 2 they try to avoid big sellers like Grand Theft Auto VI! via @koji10_tbs

“For example, some are saying GTA may or may not release in November. As soon as it would be announced for November,…
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They say that Grand Theft Auto VI may or may not be released in November. But once it is announced for November, everyone else needs to clear the path.

When even such an industry veteran, who continues to offer fans quality and interesting games, is concerned about the impact of GTA VI on other projects, it speaks volumes.

Source: gta.com.ua