Take-Two Interactive, the publisher behind Grand Theft Auto VI, is increasingly confident in a Fall 2025 release window. Let's dive into the details surrounding this anticipated release and the overall success of Take-Two's portfolio.
Take-Two Interactive Poised for a Record-Breaking Year
GTA 6: Still on Track for Fall 2025
During their Q3 Earnings Conference Call on February 7th, 2025, Take-Two Interactive reaffirmed their target of a Fall 2025 release for Grand Theft Auto VI. CEO Strauss Zelnick expressed strong confidence, while acknowledging the inherent risks in predicting release dates. He emphasized Rockstar's dedication to quality, stating, "We know that Rockstar seeks perfection. I never claim success before it occurs." While he remained tight-lipped on specifics, his overall tone conveyed significant optimism.
Take-Two Interactive's 2025 Game Lineup
Zelnick highlighted the strength of Take-Two's 2025 lineup, including the early access launch of Sid Meier’s Civilization VII (with full release 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 potential of these titles. The company projects record-breaking net bookings for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
GTA 5's Continued Success and Other Key Titles
Grand Theft Auto V continues to be a phenomenal success, surpassing 210 million units sold worldwide. GTA Online also delivered a strong quarter, boosted by the "Agents of Sabotage" holiday update and continued growth of the GTA+ membership program (up 10% year-over-year).
Other titles also performed exceptionally well. NBA 2K25 sold over 7 million units, demonstrating significant growth in player engagement. Red Dead Redemption 2, with over 70 million units sold, continues to attract new players and enjoys record concurrent player numbers on Steam (99,993 according to SteamDB), fueled by ongoing updates to Red Dead Online.
Dispelling Rumors: Steven Ogg on Trevor
Addressing persistent rumors, Steven Ogg (Trevor from GTA V) clarified in an interview on the Inside You podcast that he doesn't hate his character. He simply prefers not to be called Trevor outside of his professional life. He expressed his fondness for the character and his continued friendship with the actors who portrayed Franklin and Michael. While he previously mused about Trevor's potential appearance (and demise) in GTA VI, he confirmed he hasn't recorded any lines for the upcoming game.
While a specific release date remains unannounced, Grand Theft Auto VI is currently slated for Fall 2025. Stay tuned for updates!
