“We Feel Very Good About This”: Take-Two Reaffirms GTA 6’s 2025 Release
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Take-Two Interactive, Rockstar Games’ parent company, has doubled down on Grand Theft Auto 6’s anticipated release window between September and December 2025 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
During their Q3 financial earnings report ending December 31, 2024, Take-Two’s leadership expressed strong confidence in meeting their target launch window. CEO Strauss Zelnick shared some candid thoughts in an exclusive IGN interview, acknowledging that while “there’s always a risk of delay,” the company feels very optimistic about the fall 2025 timeline.
Development Progress and Industry Impact
When pressed about GTA 6’s development status, Zelnick maintained a measured but enthusiastic stance. “The game has generated unprecedented anticipation both internally and externally,” he noted. “Rockstar’s commitment to perfection is well-known, but we remain humble and vigilant, knowing our competitors aren’t standing still. The entire organization is incredibly excited about this project.”
The impact of GTA 6’s release date reverberates throughout the gaming industry. Notably, Electronic Arts’ CEO Andrew Wilson recently hinted at potentially adjusting their new Battlefield release schedule based on competitors’ launch windows – a clear reference to GTA 6’s massive presence in the market.
Anticipation and Marketing Timeline
While the release window remains steady, fans are eagerly awaiting Trailer 2, as it’s been over a year since the first trailer dropped. Industry insiders, including a former Rockstar developer, suggest that the final decision about any potential delay might not come until May 2025.
Impressive Franchise Performance
The Grand Theft Auto franchise continues to break records:
- GTA 5 has achieved an astounding 210 million units sold worldwide
- GTA Online maintains strong performance, with GTA+ memberships up 10% year-over-year
- Red Dead Redemption 2 has surpassed 70 million copies sold
- Steam player counts for RDR2 are at an all-time high
Take-Two’s Ambitious 2025 Lineup
The company has lined up an impressive roster of releases for 2025:
- March: WWE 2K25 and PGA Tour 2K25
- Summer: Mafia: The Old Country
- Fall: Grand Theft Auto 6
- Late 2025: Civilization 7 and Borderlands 4
Take-Two’s leadership expresses high confidence in achieving record-breaking net bookings for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, suggesting strong faith in their upcoming portfolio’s commercial potential.
Looking Ahead
The gaming community remains focused on potential technical aspects, including speculation about the game’s performance on PS5 Pro and PC release plans, though Take-Two maintains strategic silence on these topics.
With fan anticipation at fever pitch and the industry adjusting its schedules around GTA 6’s release, 2025 is shaping up to be a transformative year for gaming. Stay tuned for more updates as we approach this landmark release.
Remember to follow official Rockstar channels for the most accurate and up-to-date information about GTA 6’s development and release details.
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