Devolver Digital, a game company known for making creative and different games, has made a big and bold decision. They have announced that they will release one of their new games on the same day as Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6). This is surprising because most game studios try to avoid releasing their games on the same day as big titles like GTA, but Devolver is doing the opposite. They are not scared at all.
GTA 6 is one of the most awaited games in the world. Millions of fans are excited about it. It was recently announced that GTA 6 will now launch in May 2026, one year later than expected. After this news, Devolver Digital quickly shared that one of their upcoming games will also launch on May 26, 2026. They did not say which game it will be, but their message was very clear—they are ready to face Rockstar Games, the company that makes GTA.
Usually, when a huge game like GTA 6 is about to release, other companies delay their games. They worry that players will not notice smaller games because all the attention will go to the big game. But Devolver Digital doesn’t think that way. They believe that being different and standing out is more important than following the crowd. They have done this before and succeeded. They are the publisher behind famous indie games like Gris, Hotline Miami, and Ape Out.
Many fans are excited to see what kind of game Devolver will launch. Even though they are a smaller studio, they are known for their fun and artistic games. Some people are saying that this could turn into a fun moment in gaming history, just like when Barbie and Oppenheimer released on the same day in 2023. That event was called Barbenheimer, and both movies became very popular because of the fun competition.
In the past, something similar happened in the game world. In 2020, Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Doom Eternal were released on the same day. Even though they were very different types of games, fans loved the mix and shared funny art online. Maybe Devolver’s new game and GTA 6 will also create a new kind of fan celebration in 2026.
Devolver Digital is not just taking a risk—they are also showing the world that even small studios can be brave and creative. Now everyone is waiting to see what game they will release, and if their plan will become a smart move or a funny moment in gaming history. Either way, it looks like May 2026 will be a very exciting time for gamers everywhere.
