Marvel Studios has shifted the release of Avengers: Doomsday from May 2026 to December 2026. Alongside it, Avengers: Secret Wars was also postponed to December 2027. These movies are expected to be among the studio’s most ambitious projects, but their new dates place them after the highly anticipated launch of Grand Theft Auto 6, set for May 2026.
Some fans joked that Marvel might deliberately avoid a clash with GTA 6, which Take-Two’s CEO called the biggest entertainment launch ever. Imagine having to choose between watching a blockbuster superhero movie or diving into what could be the biggest game launch in history? That’s a tough call!
Honestly, Marvel probably isn’t scared of GTA 6. But the game’s massive hype does hold a lot of attention in the entertainment world. Filmmakers might be cautious about releasing massive projects when so many eyes will be glued to the game’s launch. After all, movies typically hit streaming platforms shortly after theaters, which could affect box office numbers.
The delayed news came from Deadline, quoting insiders who said Marvel wanted “more time to execute on a gargantuan vision” for Doomsday and Secret Wars. Sounds like they’re eager for something big, and rushing it just wouldn’t do.
Meanwhile, GTA 6 continues to stir excitement and controversy. Fans recently spotted what looks like a child in an in-game screenshot, a first for the series. This raises some questions about how Rockstar Games plans to handle that sensitive content.
