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We Got a John Cena Heel Turn Before GTA 6 — and He’s in on the Meme

by Patrick Mar 05,2025

John Cena's Heel Turn Precedes GTA 6 Release, Fueling Meme Speculation

Following his surprising heel turn at WWE Elimination Chamber, John Cena added fuel to the long-running GTA 6 meme by posting a GTA 6 image on social media. The 12-year wait for the game has generated a meme highlighting events that occurred before GTA 6's release. Cena's heel turn—his first in two decades—perfectly fits this meme, as the beloved wrestler and actor transitioned to a villain role before the game's launch.

John Cena's unexpected villainous turn marks a significant shift in his WWE career. Photo by Rich Freeda/WWE via Getty Images.

Cena's Instagram post, featuring a GTA 6 image and its 2025 release window, playfully acknowledges the meme. While it's unlikely to be a GTA 6 role announcement, the post has sparked speculation among fans already intensely scrutinizing any potential clues about the game's content and release.

Although Cena's villainous comeback beat GTA 6 to the punch, the game's release is imminent, with Take-Two Interactive confirming a fall 2025 launch. This follows a December 2023 statement by a former Rockstar developer attempting to clarify the game's staggered PC release and requesting patience from PC gamers.

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Further details on GTA 6 are available, including Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick's response to concerns about the future of GTA Online after GTA 6's launch.

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