Squadron 42 Delayed to 2027 Over GTA VI Concerns

Cloud Imperium Games has delayed the launch of its long-awaited singleplayer campaign, Squadron 42, to the second quarter of 2027, citing the impending release of Grand Theft Auto VI as the primary reason for the postponement. The decision, announced by CEO Chris Roberts on August 27, 2026, pushes the game out of its planned Q4 2026 window and marks another significant shift in the project's extensive development timeline. In an open letter to the community, Roberts stated that the company had originally planned to release Squadron 42 in late 2026 around its annual Intergalactic Aerospace Expo event.