GTA 6' was originally announced to release this year, but Take-Two says the extra time is needed 'to deliver at the level of quality you expect and deserve.'

The previous game in the franchise was released in 2013 and has generated more than $8 billion in revenue for Rockstar Games.

The interest and excitement surrounding a new Grand Theft Auto has been truly humbling for our entire team. We want to thank you for your support and your patience as we work to finish the game,” Rockstar wrote in a statement on social media today.