Take-Two Interactive, the publisher behind the highly anticipated GTA 6, projects a Fall 2025 release. This article delves into the projected release window, the company's overall success, and recent news surrounding the franchise.
Take-Two Interactive Poised for a Record Year
GTA 6: A Fall 2025 Launch Remains Likely
Take-Two Interactive's Q3 earnings call (February 7, 2025) reaffirmed their confidence in a Fall 2025 release for GTA 6. While CEO Strauss Zelnick acknowledged the inherent risk of delays ("slippage"), he expressed strong optimism about the timeline. He highlighted Rockstar's dedication to quality, emphasizing their commitment to delivering a polished product.
Take-Two's 2025 Game Lineup
Zelnick underscored the strength of Take-Two's 2025 release slate, including the early access launch of Sid Meier's Civilization VII (with full release on February 11th), Mafia: The Old Country (Summer release), Grand Theft Auto VI (Fall release), and Borderlands 4 (before year-end). He expressed considerable optimism about the commercial success of these titles. The company projects record-breaking net bookings for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
Continued Success of GTA 5 and Other Franchises
The GTA franchise continues its reign as Take-Two's flagship, boasting over 210 million units sold worldwide. GTA Online experienced a robust quarter, fueled by the "Agents of Sabotage" holiday update and the continued growth of GTA+. Other notable successes include NBA 2K25 (over 7 million units sold) and Red Dead Redemption 2 (over 70 million units sold), both demonstrating strong player engagement and continued growth. Red Dead Online is currently enjoying its highest concurrent player count on Steam (99,993 players according to SteamDB).
Dispelling Rumors about GTA 5's Trevor
Addressing persistent rumors, Steven Ogg (Trevor's voice actor in GTA 5) clarified that he doesn't harbor any animosity towards the character. He simply prefers not to be called "Trevor" outside of his professional work. He 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 recorded any lines for the upcoming game.
While a precise release date for GTA 6 remains unannounced, a Fall 2025 launch appears increasingly probable. Stay tuned for further updates.
