
The GTA 6 News
2025
March 24, 2025
⚫︎ A mod that recreated a playable version of GTA 6's map in GTA 5 has faced challenges after Rockstar's parent company, Take-Two, issued a copyright takedown request against the creator's YouTube channel.
Read more: Modder Putting GTA 6's Map in GTA 5 Hit with Take-Two Copyright Claim (Euro Gamer)
February 11, 2025
⚫︎ Take-Two’s CEO, Strauss Zelnick, has confidently stated that he isn’t concerned about Grand Theft Auto VI influencing real-world violence. The GTA series has often been at the heart of discussions on video game violence, and with GTA 6 on the horizon, similar conversations are anticipated. However, in an interview with CNBC, Zelnick emphasized that entertainment mirrors behavior rather than inciting it.
Read more: GTA 6 Publisher Not Worried About Game Influencing Real-World Violence (Insider Gaming)
⚫︎ Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick discussed the extended wait for Grand Theft Auto VI, highlighting Rockstar Games' pursuit of creative perfection
which makes the development process both time-consuming and intricate. During his CNBC interview, he stressed that success is never guaranteed until it's achieved. He also dismissed the idea that AI could outdo human creativity, affirming that genuine creative genius remains a human trait.
Read more: GTA 6 Boss on Long Wait and AI's Limitations in Creative Genius (Game Spot)
February 10, 2025
⚫︎ In an interview with IGN, Take-Two CEO Zelnick emphasized the growing importance of PC gaming and outlined the company's strategy for platform releases. He used Civilization 7 as an example, noting its simultaneous launch across PC, consoles, and Switch. However, he clarified that Rockstar typically opts for a staggered release, starting with select platforms before expanding to others.
Read more: Take-Two Hints at Eventual Grand Theft Auto 6 PC Release (Video Games Chronicle)
February 5, 2025
⚫︎ EA has confirmed its willingness to delay the release of its new Battlefield game, citing the crowded calendar of major game releases this year. They stated, "There may be some things happening in the year that may cause us to think differently about our launch timing."
Read more: EA Willing to Delay 'Biggest Ever Battlefield' Amid GTA 6 Release (Euro Gamer)
January 29, 2025
⚫︎ Steven Ogg, the voice actor for Trevor, has confirmed he won't be featured in GTA 6, though he expressed a wish for a cameo where he could be 'killed at the beginning.'
Read more: Trevor's Voice Actor Confirms No GTA 6 Role, Desired Cameo (PC Gamer)
2024
December 7, 2024
⚫︎ The release date for GTA 6's second trailer remains unannounced, a strategic choice described as a 'Really Good Marketing Tactic' by a former developer.
Read more: Rockstar Stays Quiet on GTA 6 Trailer 2 Release Date as Part of Clever Marketing Strategy (IGN)
November 7, 2024
⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick has assured that GTA 6 will not release near the launch of Borderlands 4, despite both games being scheduled for late in the fiscal year 2026.
Read more: Take-Two Ensures No Close Release Dates for GTA 6 and Borderlands 4 (GameSpot)
November 4, 2024
⚫︎ A former Rockstar Games designer has shared insights on GTA 6, claiming it will surpass expectations and "Raise The Bar Again" for the iconic franchise.
Read more: GTA 6 Set to Raise the Bar and Deliver on Realism Beyond Expectations
September 15, 2024
⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive’s CEO has reassured fans about aiming for a 2025 release for GTA 6. However, a former Rockstar developer hinted on social media that the final decision to release in 2025 might not be confirmed until mid-2025.
Read more: Obbe Vermeij on GTA 6 Release Timeline (X)
August 10, 2024
⚫︎ Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has confirmed that GTA 6 is unlikely to launch on Xbox Game Pass, emphasizing the company's focus on premium pricing for major titles over subscription services.
Read more: Take-Two CEO Confirms No GTA 6 on Xbox Game Pass (PCGamesN)
July 23, 2024
⚫︎ Former Rockstar developer Obbe Vermeij has advised fans to temper their expectations for GTA 6, suggesting that current technology might not enable a revolutionary leap comparable to earlier GTA titles like GTA 3 or GTA 4.
Read more: Former Rockstar Developer Urges Realistic Expectations for GTA 6 (Screenrant)
May 22, 2024
⚫︎ Rockstar is striving for a Perfect
GTA 6 while maintaining its commitment to a 2025 release date.
Read more: Rockstar Aims for a Perfect
GTA 6 Release in 2025
May 20, 2024
⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive's latest financial report confirms that Grand Theft Auto VI
is targeting a fall 2025 release window, consistent with earlier projections, though the company cautions that further delays could occur based on development progress.
Read more: GTA 6 Set for Fall 2025 Release According to Fiscal Report
2023
December 5, 2023
⚫︎ The recently released GTA 6 trailer broke YouTube records, becoming the most-viewed non-music video within 24 hours with over 90 million views, surpassing MrBeast’s previous record. It also garnered the most likes for a video game trailer in its first day.
Read more: GTA 6 Trailer Shatters YouTube Records (Forbes)
⚫︎ Rockstar Games unveiled their much-anticipated trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI, marking the eighth installment in the renowned Grand Theft Auto series.
Read more: Grand Theft Auto VI - Official Trailer 1 Now Available (Rockstar Games)