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2025

March 24, 2025

⚫︎ A mod that recreated a playable version of GTA 6's map in GTA 5 has faced issues after Rockstar's parent company, Take-Two, filed a copyright takedown request against the creator's YouTube channel. This action highlights the ongoing challenges modders face in the gaming community.

Read more: Modder putting 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 addressed concerns about Grand Theft Auto VI influencing real-world violence. In an interview with CNBC, Zelnick dismissed these worries, stating that entertainment reflects societal behavior rather than causing it. This stance reaffirms the company's position amid ongoing debates about video game violence.

Read more: GTA 6 Publisher is ‘Not Worried’ About the Game Influencing Violence in the Real World (Insider Gaming)

⚫︎ Strauss Zelnick also discussed the lengthy development time for Grand Theft Auto VI, emphasizing Rockstar Games' commitment to creative perfection. He highlighted the complexity and time required for such ambitious projects, while also rejecting the idea that AI could replace human creativity, asserting that true creative genius remains a human endeavor.

Read more: GTA 6 Boss Discusses Long Wait And How AI Won't Replace Creative Genius Of Humans (Game Spot)

February 10, 2025

⚫︎ In a recent IGN interview, Take-Two CEO Zelnick underscored the growing importance of PC gaming, using the example of Civilization 7's simultaneous launch across multiple platforms. He hinted that while Rockstar typically releases games on select platforms initially, a PC version of GTA 6 could follow suit, although no specific timeline was given.

Read more: Take-Two seemingly hinting at eventual Grand Theft Auto 6 PC release (Video Games Chronicle)

February 5, 2025

⚫︎ EA has confirmed their willingness to delay the release of the new Battlefield game due to the crowded release schedule in 2025, particularly with GTA 6 looming. This strategic move underscores the competitive nature of the gaming industry and the impact of major titles on release timing.

Read more: With GTA 6 looming, EA says it's willing to delay its biggest ever Battlefield to make its launch 'all it needs to be' (Euro Gamer)

January 29, 2025

⚫︎ Steven Ogg, the voice actor for Trevor in GTA 5, has confirmed he won't be returning for GTA 6. However, he expressed interest in a cameo where his character could have been killed at the beginning, adding a humorous twist to his departure from the series.

Read more: Trevor's voice actor says he won't be in GTA 6, though would've liked a cameo where he got 'killed at the beginning' (PC Gamer)

2024

December 7, 2024

⚫︎ The release date for GTA 6's second trailer has not been announced yet, and according to a former developer, this silence is a deliberate marketing strategy. This approach is designed to keep the hype around the game at a fever pitch.

Read more: Rockstar Could Easily Announce the GTA 6 Trailer 2 Release Date but It’s Staying Quiet 'On Purpose' Because 'It's a Really Good Marketing Tactic,' Ex-Dev Says (IGN)

November 7, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick has assured fans that GTA 6 will not be released close to Borderlands 4, despite both games being slated for late 2026. This decision aims to avoid direct competition between two major titles from the same publisher.

Read more: Take-Two Boss Insists It Won’t Release GTA 6 and Borderlands 4 Close to Each Other (GameSpot)

November 4, 2024

⚫︎ A former Rockstar Games designer has praised GTA 6, claiming it will Raise The Bar Again for the franchise. The game is expected to deliver unparalleled realism, setting new standards in the gaming world.

Read more: GTA 6 Raises The Bar and Delivers on Realism Beyond Expectations

September 15, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive’s CEO has reassured fans of a targeted 2025 release for GTA 6. However, a former Rockstar developer suggested that the final decision might be made by mid-2025, adding a layer of uncertainty to the eagerly awaited launch.

Read more: Obbe Vermeij on the release date for GTA 6 (X)

August 10, 2024

⚫︎ Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two, has confirmed that GTA 6 is unlikely to be available on Xbox Game Pass at launch, emphasizing the company's focus on premium pricing for major releases rather than subscription services.

Read more: Take-Two CEO shoots down GTA 6 Game Pass launch hopes (PCGamesN)

July 23, 2024

⚫︎ Former Rockstar developer Obbe Vermeij has advised fans to temper their expectations for GTA 6, noting that current technological advancements might not allow for the same groundbreaking leap seen in previous titles like GTA 3 or GTA 4.

Read more: Former Rockstar Dev Warns To Lower Your Expectations for GTA 6 (Screenrant)

May 22, 2024

⚫︎ Rockstar Games is striving for a Perfect release of GTA 6, while still targeting a 2025 launch. This commitment to excellence underscores the high standards the developer sets for itself.

Read more: GTA 6 Release Will Be Perfect as Rockstar Games Takes Their Time

May 20, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive's financial report has confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI is aiming for a fall 2025 release window. While this aligns with previous estimates, the company has cautioned that further delays could occur based on development progress.

Read more: GTA 6 Release Date Set to Fall 2025 in Recent Fiscal Report

2023

December 5, 2023

⚫︎ The GTA 6 trailer broke YouTube records, becoming the most-viewed non-music video within 24 hours, with over 90 million views, surpassing MrBeast’s previous record. It also achieved the highest number of likes for a video game trailer on its first day, indicating immense global interest.

Read more: The GTA 6 Trailer Has Dropped, And Its Breaking Records (Forbes)

⚫︎ Rockstar Games released the much-anticipated trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI, marking the eighth major installment in the iconic franchise. The trailer has generated unprecedented excitement among fans worldwide.

Read more: Grand Theft Auto VI - Watch Trailer 1 Now (Rockstar Games)