
The GTA 6 News
2025
March 24, 2025
⚫︎ A mod that recreated a playable version of GTA 6's map in GTA 5 has encountered legal challenges after Take-Two, Rockstar's parent company, issued a copyright takedown notice against the modder's YouTube channel. This move highlights the complexities of fan-created content in the gaming industry.
Read more: Modder putting GTA 6's map in GTA 5 hit with Take-Two copyright claim
February 11, 2025
⚫︎ Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two, has reassured the public that Grand Theft Auto VI will not contribute to real-world violence. Addressing ongoing concerns about the impact of video game violence, Zelnick emphasized during a CNBC interview that entertainment reflects societal behavior rather than causing it.
Read more: GTA 6 Publisher is 'Not Worried' About the Game Influencing Violence in the Real World
⚫︎ In another interview with CNBC, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick discussed the prolonged development time of Grand Theft Auto VI, attributing it to Rockstar Games' pursuit of "creative perfection." He also dismissed the idea that AI could replace human creativity, asserting that true creative genius remains a uniquely human trait.
Read more: GTA 6 Boss Discusses Long Wait And How AI Won't Replace 'Creative Genius' Of Humans
February 10, 2025
⚫︎ During an IGN interview, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick highlighted the growing importance of PC gaming and the company's strategy for multi-platform releases. He referenced the simultaneous launch of Civilization 7 across PC, consoles, and Switch, but noted that Rockstar typically opts for a staggered release strategy for their titles, hinting at a potential future PC release for GTA 6.
Read more: Take-Two seemingly hinting at eventual Grand Theft Auto 6 PC release
February 5, 2025
⚫︎ EA has expressed willingness to adjust the release schedule of their upcoming "biggest ever Battlefield" due to the crowded gaming calendar, particularly with the looming release of GTA 6. This strategic move underscores the competitive nature of the gaming industry and the importance of optimal launch timing.
Read more: With GTA 6 looming, EA says it's willing to delay its 'biggest ever Battlefield' to make its launch 'all it needs to be'
January 29, 2025
⚫︎ Steven Ogg, the voice actor for Trevor in GTA 5, confirmed he will not be returning for GTA 6. However, he expressed interest in a cameo where his character could be "killed at the beginning," adding a humorous twist to fan expectations.
Read more: Trevor's voice actor says he won't be in GTA 6, though would've liked a cameo where he got 'killed at the beginning'
2024
December 7, 2024
⚫︎ Rockstar Games has strategically withheld the announcement of the release date for GTA 6's second trailer, a move described by a former developer as a "Really Good Marketing Tactic." This deliberate silence keeps the anticipation high among fans.
Read more: Rockstar Could Easily Announce the GTA 6 Trailer 2 Release Date but It’s Staying Quiet 'On Purpose' Because 'It's a Really Good Marketing Tactic,' Ex-Dev Says
November 7, 2024
⚫︎ Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two Interactive, confirmed that GTA 6 will not be released close to the launch of Borderlands 4, despite both games being slated for the fiscal year 2026, to avoid market overlap.
Read more: Take-Two Boss Insists It Won’t Release GTA 6 and Borderlands 4 Close to Each Other
November 4, 2024
⚫︎ A former Rockstar Games designer has expressed high expectations for GTA 6, claiming it will "Raise The Bar Again" and deliver on realism beyond what fans anticipate, setting the stage for another revolutionary entry in the franchise.
Read more: GTA 6 Raises The Bar and Delivers on Realism Beyond Expectations
September 15, 2024
⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive’s CEO has reassured fans of a targeted 2025 release for GTA 6. However, a former Rockstar developer, Obbe Vermeij, suggested via social media that the final decision on the release date will likely be made by mid-2025.
Read more: Obbe Vermeij on the release date for GTA 6
August 10, 2024
⚫︎ Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two, confirmed that GTA 6 is unlikely to be available on Xbox Game Pass at launch, prioritizing premium pricing over subscription services for their major titles.
Read more: Take-Two CEO shoots down GTA 6 Game Pass launch hopes
July 23, 2024
⚫︎ Former Rockstar developer Obbe Vermeij advised fans to temper their expectations for GTA 6, suggesting that current technological advancements might not allow for a groundbreaking leap comparable to earlier titles like GTA 3 or GTA 4.
Read more: Former Rockstar Dev Warns To Lower Your Expectations for GTA 6
May 22, 2024
⚫︎ Rockstar Games is committed to delivering a "Perfect" GTA 6, while maintaining their target release date of 2025. This focus on quality over haste underscores their dedication to the franchise's legacy.
Read more: GTA 6 Release Will Be 'Perfect' as Rockstar Games Takes Their Time
May 20, 2024
⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive's latest financial report has set a release window for "Grand Theft Auto VI" in fall 2025. While this aligns with previous estimates, the company has cautioned that further delays might occur based on development progress.
Read more: GTA 6 Release Date Set to Fall 2025 in Recent Fiscal Report
2023
December 5, 2023
⚫︎ The GTA 6 trailer broke YouTube records by becoming the most-viewed non-music video within 24 hours, garnering over 90 million views and surpassing MrBeast’s previous record. It also received the highest number of likes for a video game trailer in its first day.
Read more: The GTA 6 Trailer Has Dropped, And Its Breaking Records
⚫︎ Rockstar Games released the much-anticipated trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI, marking the eighth installment in the iconic Grand Theft Auto series. The trailer set the stage for what fans can expect from this next chapter.
Read more: Grand Theft Auto VI - Watch Trailer 1 Now