Take-Two Interactive, the publisher behind Grand Theft Auto VI, is increasingly confident in a Fall 2025 release. Let's delve into the details surrounding this anticipated release and the broader success of Take-Two's portfolio.
Take-Two Interactive Poised for a Record-Breaking Year
GTA 6: Still on Track for Fall 2025
Grand Theft Auto VI remains on schedule for a Fall 2025 launch. During Take-Two Interactive's Q3 Earnings Conference Call on February 7, 2025, CEO Strauss Zelnick expressed strong confidence in this timeframe. While acknowledging the inherent risk of delays ("there's always a risk of slippage"), Zelnick emphasized the company's positive outlook, stating they "feel really good about it." He refrained from commenting on specifics of the development process, but highlighted Rockstar's dedication to excellence and the intense competitive landscape.
Take-Two Interactive's Packed 2025 Release Calendar
Zelnick highlighted 2025 as a pivotal year for Take-Two, with a robust lineup of releases. This includes 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 regarding the commercial potential of these titles and their long-term impact on the company and the industry. Take-Two projects sequential growth and record-level net bookings in Fiscal 2026 and 2027.
GTA 5's Continued Dominance and Other Success Stories
The Grand Theft Auto franchise continues its reign, with GTA 5 surpassing 210 million units sold worldwide. GTA Online also delivered exceptional performance, boosted by the "Agents of Sabotage" holiday update and continued growth of the GTA+ membership program (10% year-over-year increase).
Other Take-Two titles also achieved significant success. NBA 2K25 sold over 7 million units, accompanied by substantial increases in player engagement metrics. Red Dead Redemption 2 has now sold over 70 million units and shows no signs of slowing down, with Red Dead Online receiving ongoing updates and experiencing record concurrent players on Steam (99,993 according to SteamDB).
Dispelling Rumors: Steven Ogg on His GTA 5 Role
Addressing persistent rumors, GTA 5 actor Steven Ogg (Trevor) clarified on the Inside You podcast that he does not harbor any negative feelings towards his character. He simply prefers not to be called "Trevor" outside of his acting role. He expressed his appreciation for the character and his continued friendship with the actors portraying Franklin and Michael. While he previously mused about Trevor's potential (and demise) in GTA 6, Ogg confirmed he hasn't recorded any lines for the upcoming game.
Grand Theft Auto VI is currently slated for a Fall 2025 release, although a precise date remains unannounced. Stay tuned for further updates.
