Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar Games, has reaffirmed that *Grand Theft Auto 6* is still slated for a fall 2025 release. This announcement came with the company's financial results for the third quarter ending December 31, 2024, where GTA 6 was listed for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S. This confirmation suggests that, for the time being, the game remains on schedule and has not been delayed.
In a conversation with IGN prior to the financial report's release, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick acknowledged the inherent risks in game development, stating, "There's always a risk of slippage." However, he expressed confidence in the fall 2025 target, saying, "We feel really good about it." Zelnick's cautious optimism underscores the company's determination to meet the set release window without claiming absolute certainty.
When pressed for details on the development progress of GTA 6, Zelnick remained tight-lipped but expressed excitement about the project. He highlighted Rockstar's pursuit of perfection and the competitive nature of the industry, stating, "We know that Rockstar seeks perfection. I never claim success before it occurs. I'm fond of saying arrogance is the enemy of continued success, so we're all running scared and looking over our shoulders and we know that the competition is not asleep."
The release date of GTA 6 continues to be a focal point of interest across the entertainment industry, with competitors keenly watching Rockstar's moves. EA CEO Andrew Wilson recently hinted at potential delays for the new Battlefield game, depending on the timing of major releases like GTA 6, showcasing the significant impact the game is expected to have.
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While the release window for GTA 6 remains firm, fans are eagerly awaiting the second trailer, which has yet to be released. Over a year has passed since the first trailer, fueling intense speculation and anticipation. In the meantime, IGN offers extensive coverage on GTA 6, including insights from a former Rockstar developer who suggests that a decision on any potential delay might not be made until May 2025, Zelnick's evasive comments on a PC version, and expert analysis on whether the PS5 Pro can run GTA 6 at 60 frames per second.
Take-Two also reported impressive sales figures for other titles. *Grand Theft Auto 5* has now sold 210 million units worldwide, with *GTA Online* experiencing a strong quarter thanks to the Agents of Sabotage update. GTA+ memberships saw a 10% increase year-over-year. Meanwhile, *Red Dead Redemption 2* has surpassed 70 million copies sold, with the game currently enjoying its highest level of concurrent players on Steam.
AnswerSee ResultsTake-Two has a packed schedule for 2025, with recent releases like *Civilization 7* from Firaxis, *PGA Tour 2K25*, and *WWE 2K25* in March, *Mafia: The Old Country* in the summer, *GTA 6* in the fall, and *Borderlands 4* from Gearbox before the year ends. The company expressed strong optimism about the commercial potential of these titles, stating, "We are exceedingly optimistic about the commercial potential of our titles and believe that they will have a transformative effect on our business – and our industry – over the long term." They also remain "highly confident" in achieving record levels of Net Bookings in fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
