GTA 6 Fall 2025 Release Date Window Seems Likelier and Likelier

Take-Two Interactive, the publisher behind the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6), remains confident in a Fall 2025 release. This optimistic outlook, revealed during their Q3 earnings call, paints a picture of a strong year for the company. Let's delve into the details.

Take-Two Interactive's Strong Year and GTA 6's Release

GTA 6: A Fall 2025 Launch Remains Likely

While Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick expressed confidence in the Fall 2025 release window for GTA 6, he prudently acknowledged the inherent risks of development delays. While optimistic, he emphasized Rockstar's dedication to quality, stating their pursuit of "perfection." He refrained from specifics about the game's development but conveyed the company's excitement for its upcoming release.

Take-Two Interactive's 2025 Game Lineup

Zelnick highlighted 2025 as a pivotal year for Take-Two, citing the early access launch of Sid Meier’s Civilization VII (with a full release on February 11th), the summer release of Mafia: The Old Country, GTA 6's anticipated fall launch, and the year-end release of Borderlands 4. He expressed strong optimism about the commercial success of these titles and their long-term impact on the company and the industry. Take-Two projects record-breaking net bookings for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

Continued Success of Established Franchises

The enduring popularity of the GTA franchise is undeniable, with over 210 million units sold worldwide. GTA Online continues to thrive, boosted by the "Agents of Sabotage" holiday update and the continued growth of the GTA+ membership program (a 10% year-over-year increase).

Other titles also performed exceptionally well. NBA 2K25 surpassed 7 million units sold, showcasing significant growth in player engagement. Red Dead Redemption 2, with over 70 million units sold, maintains its strong player base, further fueled by ongoing updates to Red Dead Online, including the successful Halloween pass. The game currently boasts record-high concurrent players on Steam.

Dispelling Rumors about GTA 5's Trevor

Addressing persistent rumors, Steven Ogg, the actor who portrays Trevor in GTA 5, clarified that he does not harbor any animosity towards the character. He simply prefers not to be addressed by his character's name outside of work. Ogg confirmed his friendship with the actors portraying Franklin and Michael and their recent appearance together at Comic-Con. While he previously speculated about Trevor's potential (and demise) in GTA 6, he confirmed he hasn't been involved in any recording for the game.

While a precise release date for GTA 6 remains unannounced, a Fall 2025 launch seems increasingly probable. Stay tuned for further updates.