Take-Two Interactive, the publisher behind the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6), projects a Fall 2025 release. This article delves into the projected release window, the company's overall financial success, and recent news surrounding the franchise.
Take-Two Interactive: Poised for a Record Year
GTA 6: A Fall 2025 Launch Remains Likely
Take-Two Interactive's Q3 earnings call (February 7, 2025) reaffirmed their confidence in a Fall 2025 release for GTA 6. While CEO Strauss Zelnick acknowledged the inherent risk of development delays ("slippage"), he expressed strong optimism, emphasizing Rockstar's dedication to quality. He highlighted the company's excitement and awareness of the competitive landscape.
Take-Two's Robust 2025 Release Slate
Zelnick highlighted 2025 as a pivotal year for Take-Two, citing the Early Access launch of Sid Meier’s Civilization VII (with full release on February 11th), the Summer release of Mafia: The Old Country, the anticipated Fall launch of GTA 6, and the year-end release of Borderlands 4. He expressed considerable optimism about the commercial success of these titles. The company projects record-breaking net bookings in fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
Continued Success of Existing Franchises
The enduring popularity of the GTA franchise is undeniable, with over 210 million units sold globally. GTA Online continues to thrive, boosted by the "Agents of Sabotage" holiday update and the consistent growth of the GTA+ membership program (a 10% year-over-year increase).
Other key titles also performed exceptionally well. NBA 2K25 surpassed 7 million units sold, showing significant growth in player engagement. Red Dead Redemption 2 boasts over 70 million units sold and maintains high concurrent player counts on Steam, exceeding 99,993 according to SteamDB.
Dispelling Rumors about GTA 5's Trevor
Speculation surrounding Steven Ogg (Trevor's actor in GTA 5) disliking his character has been addressed. In an interview, Ogg clarified that he doesn't dislike the character but prefers not to be called by the character's name. He maintains a positive relationship with his co-stars. While he previously speculated about Trevor's potential (and demise) in GTA 6, he currently has no involvement in the game's development.
In conclusion, while a precise release date remains unannounced, the Fall 2025 release window for GTA 6 appears increasingly likely. Take-Two Interactive's strong financial position and the continued success of its other franchises further bolster this expectation. For the latest updates, visit our dedicated Grand Theft Auto 6 page.
