GTA 6 Fall 2025 Release Date Window Seems Likelier and Likelier

Take-Two Interactive, the publisher behind Grand Theft Auto, projects a strong fiscal year, largely fueled by anticipated releases. Their confidence in a Fall 2025 release for GTA 6 is high, though CEO Strauss Zelnick acknowledges the inherent risks in development timelines. While he refrains from concrete details, Zelnick expresses optimism, highlighting Rockstar's dedication to quality and the intense competitive landscape. He emphasizes the company's commitment to excellence, stating that arrogance is the enemy of continued success.

GTA 6 and Beyond: A Strong Year for Take-Two

Take-Two's 2025 lineup boasts several significant titles. Sid Meier’s Civilization VII launched in Early Access, with a full release scheduled for February 11th. Mafia: The Old Country is slated for a Summer release, followed by Grand Theft Auto VI in the Fall and Borderlands 4 before year's end. Zelnick expresses strong optimism about the commercial potential of these titles, projecting record-breaking net bookings for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

Continued Success Across Take-Two's Portfolio

The GTA franchise continues its reign as Take-Two's flagship, with over 210 million units sold globally. GTA Online enjoyed a successful quarter, boosted by the "Agents of Sabotage" holiday update and consistent growth in its GTA+ membership program. NBA 2K25 exceeded expectations, selling over 7 million units and demonstrating significant increases in player engagement metrics. Red Dead Redemption 2 also continues to perform well, surpassing 70 million units sold and enjoying record concurrent player numbers on Steam, exceeding 99,993 players according to SteamDB.

Dispelling Rumors: Steven Ogg on Trevor's Legacy

Addressing persistent speculation, Steven Ogg, the actor portraying Trevor in GTA 5, clarified that he doesn't harbor any animosity towards the character. He simply prefers not to be addressed by his character's name. While he previously suggested a humorous scenario of Trevor's demise in GTA 6, he confirms he hasn't been involved in any recording for the upcoming game and remains uncertain about Trevor's potential return.

In conclusion, while a precise release date for GTA 6 remains unannounced, Take-Two Interactive's confidence in a Fall 2025 launch, coupled with the strong performance of their other titles, paints a positive picture for the highly anticipated game. Stay tuned for further updates.