Take-Two Interactive is committed to supporting legacy titles as long as there is a demand from players. Dive into the details about what the future holds for GTA Online.
GTA Online Might Survive After GTA 6’s Launch
Curious about the fate of GTA Online post-GTA 6 launch? While Rockstar Games hasn't provided a definitive answer, Strauss Zelnick, the head of Take-Two, offered a hopeful outlook during an IGN interview on February 14, 2025.
Zelnick refrained from discussing specific projects but shared a useful analogy for the GTA Online scenario. "I'm going to speak theoretically only because I'm not going to talk about a particular project when an announcement hasn't been made," Zelnick explained. "But generally speaking, we support our properties when the consumers are involved with those titles."
He cited the example of NBA 2K Online, which was launched in China in 2012, followed by its sequel in 2017. Despite the sequel's release, Zelnick noted, "We did not sunset Online 1," as both games maintained significant player bases in China. He added, "So we've shown a willingness to support legacy titles when a community wants to be engaged with them."
This suggests that Rockstar and Take-Two might continue to support GTA Online as long as there's an active player community, even after the launch of GTA 6. Given its status as a financial powerhouse for over a decade, it would be unwise to abandon GTA Online given its enduring popularity and profitability.
Rockstar Games May Create a Platform Like Roblox and Fortnite for GTA 6
Moving forward, Rockstar is reportedly developing an online version for GTA 6 that will embrace user-generated content (UGC), according to a report by Digiday on February 17, 2025. This approach would align GTA 6's online experience with that of Roblox and Fortnite.
Digiday's report states, "Rockstar Games has been in discussions with top Roblox and Fortnite creators, as well as dedicated GTA content creators, about the potential to create custom experiences inside the upcoming game." This would empower players to modify and add to the game's assets and environment, crafting unique visual sandbox experiences, a hallmark of UGC.
By tapping into the creativity of content creators and modders, GTA 6 could not only expand its reach but also boost its revenue through virtual item sales and other monetization programs. Although Rockstar Games has yet to respond to Digiday's inquiries, the potential is clear.
Even after 14 years, GTA 5 and its online component remain among the most-watched games on Twitch. Integrating modders and content creators into the GTA 6 online ecosystem could significantly amplify its presence across various platforms, generating even more excitement and engagement.
