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2025

March 24, 2025

⚫︎ A mod that recreated a playable version of GTA 6's map within GTA 5 encountered issues after Rockstar's parent company, Take-Two, issued a copyright takedown request against the creator's YouTube channel.
Read more: Modder Recreating GTA 6's Map in GTA 5 Hit with Take-Two Copyright Claim (Euro Gamer)

February 11, 2025

⚫︎ Take-Two’s CEO, Strauss Zelnick, has expressed confidence that Grand Theft Auto VI will not influence real-world violence. Amidst ongoing debates about video game violence, Zelnick emphasized during a CNBC interview that entertainment reflects behavior rather than creating it.
Read more: GTA 6 Publisher Not Concerned About Game's Influence on Real-World Violence (Insider Gaming)

⚫︎ Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two, defended the long development time for Grand Theft Auto VI, stating that Rockstar Games aims for "creative perfection," which makes the process both time-consuming and complex. In a CNBC interview, he highlighted that success isn't guaranteed until it's achieved and dismissed the idea that AI could replace human creativity.
Read more: GTA 6 CEO Discusses Lengthy Development and Human Creativity Over AI (Game Spot)

February 10, 2025

⚫︎ In an interview with IGN, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick highlighted the growing importance of PC gaming and the company's strategy for platform releases. He cited Civilization 7's simultaneous launch across PC, consoles, and Switch as an example, but noted that Rockstar typically opts for a staggered release strategy.
Read more: Take-Two Hints at Future GTA 6 PC Release (Video Games Chronicle)

February 5, 2025

⚫︎ EA has announced their willingness to delay the launch of the new Battlefield game due to the crowded release calendar, stating, "There may be some things happening in the year that may cause us to think differently about our launch timing."
Read more: EA Considers Delaying New Battlefield Amid GTA 6 Release (Euro Gamer)

January 29, 2025

⚫︎ Steven Ogg, the voice actor for Trevor in GTA 5, confirmed he won't be part of GTA 6 but expressed interest in a cameo where his character could be "killed at the beginning."
Read more: Trevor's Voice Actor Won't Appear in GTA 6, Wanted Cameo (PC Gamer)

2024

December 7, 2024

⚫︎ The release date for the second GTA 6 trailer remains undisclosed, a deliberate choice by Rockstar as part of an effective marketing strategy.

Read more: Rockstar Delays GTA 6 Trailer 2 Announcement as Part of Marketing Strategy (IGN)

November 7, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick confirmed that GTA 6 will not launch close to Borderlands 4, despite both games targeting a late 2026 fiscal year release.

Read more: Take-Two Ensures No Clash Between GTA 6 and Borderlands 4 Releases (GameSpot)

November 4, 2024

⚫︎ A former Rockstar Games designer has shared insights on GTA 6, stating that the game will set new standards and "Raise The Bar Again" for the iconic franchise.

Read more: GTA 6 Set to Redefine Expectations with Enhanced Realism (IGN)

September 15, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive’s CEO has reaffirmed a 2025 release target for GTA 6, while a former Rockstar developer hinted that the final decision might be made mid-2025.

Read more: GTA 6 Release Date Decision Expected Mid-2025 (X)

August 10, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has made it clear that GTA 6 is unlikely to be available on Xbox Game Pass, prioritizing premium pricing over subscription services.

Read more: No GTA 6 on Xbox Game Pass, Says Take-Two CEO (PCGamesN)

July 23, 2024

⚫︎ Obbe Vermeij, a former Rockstar developer, suggested fans temper their expectations for GTA 6, noting that current technology may not support a leap as significant as those seen with GTA 3 or GTA 4.

Read more: Former Rockstar Dev Advises Lowering Expectations for GTA 6 (Screenrant)

May 22, 2024

⚫︎ Rockstar Games is committed to delivering a "Perfect" GTA 6 experience while maintaining their target release date of 2025.

Read more: Rockstar Aims for Perfection with GTA 6 in 2025 (IGN)

May 20, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive's latest financial report confirms a fall 2025 release window for "Grand Theft Auto VI," with a caveat that further delays might occur based on development progress.

Read more: GTA 6 Set for Fall 2025 Release, Delays Possible (GameSpot)

2023

December 5, 2023

⚫︎ The first trailer for GTA 6 broke YouTube records, achieving the highest number of views for a non-music video within 24 hours, with over 90 million views, and setting a new record for likes on a video game trailer.

Read more: GTA 6 Trailer Breaks YouTube Records (Forbes)

⚫︎ Rockstar Games unveiled the much-anticipated trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI, marking the eighth installment in the renowned franchise.

Read more: Grand Theft Auto VI Trailer Now Available (Rockstar Games)