Grand Theft Auto 6 remains firmly scheduled for a fall 2025 release, according to parent company Take-Two. In its third quarter financial results ending December 31, 2024, Take-Two confirmed GTA 6 will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S, indicating no current delays from the previously announced timeline.
In a conversation with IGN prior to the financial report's release, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick acknowledged the inherent risks in game development but expressed strong confidence in meeting the fall 2025 target. "Look, there's always a risk of slippage and I think as soon as you say words like absolutely, you jinx things," Zelnick remarked. "So we feel really good about it."
Regarding the progress of GTA 6's development, Zelnick remained tight-lipped, emphasizing the anticipation surrounding the game. "Look, I think the game is eagerly anticipated both internally and externally," he stated. "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. Our whole organization is super excited."
The release date of GTA 6 continues to be a focal point in the entertainment industry, with competitors like EA closely monitoring its announcement. EA CEO Andrew Wilson recently hinted at potentially delaying the next Battlefield game, depending on the release timing of major competitors, a clear reference to the impact GTA 6 is expected to have.
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While the release window for GTA 6 remains unchanged, fans are still eagerly awaiting the second trailer, over a year after the first trailer's release, sparking rampant speculation. In the meantime, IGN offers extensive coverage on GTA 6, including insights from a former Rockstar developer on potential delays, Zelnick's cautious comments on a possible PC version, and expert analysis on whether the PS5 Pro can run GTA 6 at 60 frames per second.
Take-Two also reported on the continued success of other titles, noting that Grand Theft Auto 5 has sold-in 210 million units worldwide. GTA Online enjoyed a robust quarter, boosted by the Agents of Sabotage update, and GTA+ memberships grew by 10% year-over-year. Red Dead Redemption 2 has surpassed 70 million in sales, with Take-Two observing peak concurrent player numbers on Steam.
AnswerSee ResultsTake-Two's 2025 lineup is packed, featuring the recent release of Civilization 7 by Firaxis, PGA Tour 2K25 and WWE 2K25 in March, Mafia: The Old Country in the summer, GTA 6 in the fall, and Gearbox's Borderlands 4 before the year ends. The company expressed high optimism about the commercial potential of these titles, anticipating a transformative impact on their business and the industry. Take-Two remains "highly confident" in achieving record levels of Net Bookings in fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
