GTA 6 Release Date Still Set for Fall 2025, Take-Two CEO Insists — 'We Feel Really Good About It'

Take-Two Interactive, parent company of Rockstar Games, has reaffirmed the fall 2025 release window for Grand Theft Auto VI on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. While acknowledging the inherent risk of delays, CEO Strauss Zelnick expressed confidence in the targeted release timeframe. He emphasized Rockstar's dedication to perfection and the intense anticipation surrounding the game, both internally and externally. Zelnick remained tight-lipped regarding specific development updates, choosing instead to highlight the company's excitement and awareness of the competitive landscape.

The GTA VI release date continues to be a major topic of discussion in the gaming industry. EA CEO Andrew Wilson recently indicated a potential delay for the next Battlefield installment, contingent on competitor release schedules—a clear reference to the highly anticipated GTA VI.

Despite the confirmed release window, a second trailer for GTA VI remains elusive, over a year after the first trailer's release. This has fueled considerable speculation among fans. For further insights, IGN offers additional coverage, including perspectives from a former Rockstar developer regarding potential delay announcements and Zelnick's comments on PC release and the game's performance on a hypothetical PS5 Pro.

Take-Two also reported impressive sales figures for its other titles. Grand Theft Auto V has achieved staggering worldwide sales of 210 million units, while GTA Online experienced a strong quarter, boosted by the "Agents of Sabotage" update and a 10% year-over-year increase in GTA+ memberships. Red Dead Redemption 2 has sold over 70 million copies and is currently experiencing record concurrent player numbers on Steam.

Take-Two anticipates a busy 2025, with several major releases planned, including Civilization VII, PGA Tour 2K25, WWE 2K25, Mafia: The Old Country, GTA VI, and Borderlands 4. The company expressed strong optimism regarding the commercial success of its upcoming titles and confidence in achieving record-breaking net bookings in fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

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