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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 move has sparked discussions about the boundaries of fan creations versus corporate intellectual property rights.
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 emphasized that entertainment reflects behavior rather than creating it, dismissing any worries about the game's impact on society.
Read more: GTA 6 Publisher is ‘Not Worried’ About the Game Influencing Violence in the Real World (Insider Gaming)

⚫︎ In a CNBC interview, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick discussed the lengthy wait for Grand Theft Auto VI, attributing it to Rockstar Games' pursuit of creative perfection. He highlighted the complexity and time required for development, and firmly stated that AI cannot replace the unique creative genius of humans.
Read more: GTA 6 Boss Discusses Long Wait And How AI Won't Replace Creative Genius Of Humans (Game Spot)

February 10, 2025

⚫︎ In an interview with IGN, Take-Two CEO Zelnick emphasized the growing importance of PC gaming. He used Civilization 7 as an example of simultaneous multi-platform launches, but noted that Rockstar typically releases games on select platforms first before expanding to others, hinting at a possible future PC release for GTA 6.
Read more: Take-Two seemingly hinting at eventual Grand Theft Auto 6 PC release (Video Games Chronicle)

February 5, 2025

⚫︎ EA has confirmed its willingness to delay the release of its new Battlefield game due to the crowded 2025 gaming calendar, particularly with the looming release of GTA 6. This strategic move aims to ensure the game's launch is as impactful as possible.
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 a playful wish to have a cameo where his character gets 'killed at the beginning.'
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 delay is a deliberate marketing strategy to build anticipation and keep fans engaged.
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 confirmed that GTA 6 will not release close to Borderlands 4, despite both games being slated for late in the fiscal year of 2026, to avoid market saturation.
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 expressed high expectations for GTA 6, suggesting that it will set new standards for the franchise by "Raising The Bar Again" and delivering an unparalleled level of realism.
Read more: GTA 6 Raises The Bar and Delivers on Realism Beyond Expectations

September 15, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive’s CEO has reassured fans about a targeted 2025 release for GTA 6. However, a former Rockstar developer suggested that the final decision to release within 2025 will likely be made by mid-year of 2025.
Read more: Obbe Vermeij on the release date for GTA 6 (X)

August 10, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has confirmed that GTA 6 is unlikely to launch on Xbox Game Pass, prioritizing premium pricing over subscription service availability to maximize revenue.
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 may not allow for a revolutionary leap similar to those seen with 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 aiming for a Perfect release of GTA 6, emphasizing their commitment to quality while maintaining the 2025 release date.
Read more: GTA 6 Release Will Be Perfect as Rockstar Games Takes Their Time

May 20, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive's recent financial report has confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI is targeting a fall 2025 release window. However, 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 in its first day.
Read more: The GTA 6 Trailer Has Dropped, And Its Breaking Records (Forbes)

⚫︎ Rockstar Games released the long-awaited trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI, marking the eighth major installment in the iconic franchise.
Read more: Grand Theft Auto VI - Watch Trailer 1 Now (Rockstar Games)