John Cena's surprise heel turn at WWE Elimination Chamber wasn't just a wrestling event; it became a meme. The 12-year wait for Grand Theft Auto VI has created a running joke: highlighting unexpected events that occurred before the game's release. Cena's heel turn—his first in two decades—perfectly fits this meme. The beloved wrestler, known for his charitable work and positive image, unexpectedly embraced the role of a villain. This happened before the anticipated release of GTA 6.
Cena, aware of the meme, posted an image of GTA VI and its 2025 release date on Instagram to his 21 million followers. This wasn't a game leak, but a playful acknowledgment of the ongoing online joke.
While clearly a meme, some speculate Cena's post hints at something more. Given the intense speculation surrounding GTA VI's release date and marketing, this isn't entirely surprising.
So, John Cena's villainous return predates GTA VI's arrival, but the game's release in Fall 2025 (as confirmed by Take-Two) is on the horizon. In December 2023, a former Rockstar developer addressed concerns about the PC release, following the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S launches, urging patience from PC gamers.
AnswerSee ResultsThere's much more to discuss regarding GTA VI, including Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick's comments on the future of GTA Online post-GTA VI's release.
