Devolver Digital has decided to take a bold path in an industry that generally tends to shy away from competing with the giants of interactive entertainment. The independent publisher has promised to release a new game on the same day as Grand Theft Auto VI, the highly anticipated installment from Rockstar Games, which will hit the market on May 26, 2026. Devolver’s stance is unusual and striking, given that most developers and publishers tend to avoid direct competition with titles of such magnitude.
Devolver quiere aprovechar la ola de ir juntos, no en contra
The situation recalls the Doom-Crossing phenomenon that occurred in 2020, when Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Doom Eternal shared the same release date, generating a wave of memes and excitement on social media due to the unexpected combination of their audiences. Devolver Digital seems to want to provoke a similar reaction by releasing a game on the same date as one of the most anticipated titles of the decade.
Although the company has not confirmed which specific game it will be, it is speculated that it could be Enter the Gungeon 2, which has already been confirmed for 2026. Another possibility considered is Human: Fall Flat 2, although its developer, No Brakes Games, has indicated that it will not be available on that date. Devolver’s decision highlights its ability to capture media attention and position itself at the center of the conversation about the release of GTA VI.
The situation could become more interesting if GTA VI experiences another delay. In that case, Devolver Digital could choose to maintain its release on the announced date, which would reinforce its cheeky image, or alternatively, adjust its strategy to align with Rockstar. In any case, they have already managed to capture the industry’s attention with their surprising boldness.
