GTA 6 Set for Fall 2025 Release, CEO Confirms

Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar Games, has reaffirmed that *Grand Theft Auto 6* is slated for a fall 2025 release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S. This confirmation came during the company's third-quarter financial results report ending December 31, 2024, indicating that the game remains on schedule without any delays.

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 confidence in meeting the fall 2025 release window. "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 [fall 2025]."

Zelnick remained tight-lipped about the specifics of *GTA 6*'s development, emphasizing the anticipation surrounding the game. "Look, I think the game is eagerly anticipated both internally and externally," he said. "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 of interest within the entertainment industry, with competitors like EA closely monitoring Rockstar's moves. EA CEO Andrew Wilson hinted at potential delays for the new *Battlefield* game, suggesting a strategic adjustment in response to *GTA 6*'s release schedule.

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While *GTA 6*'s release window is set, fans are still eagerly awaiting the second trailer. Over a year has passed since the first trailer was released, fueling intense speculation among the community. As anticipation builds, IGN offers more insights into *GTA 6*, including commentary from an ex-Rockstar developer who suggested that a final decision on any potential delay might not be made until May 2025. Additionally, Zelnick's evasive stance on a PC version of the game and expert analysis on whether the PS5 Pro can handle *GTA 6* at 60 frames per second add to the ongoing discussions.

Take-Two also reported strong performance from other titles, with *Grand Theft Auto 5* reaching 210 million units sold worldwide. *GTA Online* had a robust quarter, driven by the "Agents of Sabotage" update, and *GTA+* memberships saw a 10% year-over-year increase. *Red Dead Redemption 2* continues to thrive, with over 70 million units sold and a record number of concurrent players on Steam.

Take-Two's 2025 lineup is packed with exciting releases, including *Civilization 7* from Firaxis, *PGA Tour 2K25* and *WWE 2K25* in March, *Mafia: The Old Country* in the summer, *GTA 6* in the fall, and *Borderlands 4* from Gearbox before the year ends. The company remains optimistic about the commercial potential of these titles, forecasting a transformative impact on their business and the industry as a whole. Take-Two is confident in achieving record levels of Net Bookings in fiscal years 2026 and 2027.