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2025

March 24, 2025

⚫︎ A mod that recreated a playable version of GTA 6's map within GTA 5 has encountered legal hurdles after Take-Two, the parent company of Rockstar, issued a copyright takedown request against the modder's YouTube channel.

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, addressed concerns about Grand Theft Auto VI potentially influencing real-world violence. In a CNBC interview, Zelnick emphasized that entertainment mirrors societal behavior rather than causing it, dismissing worries about GTA 6 sparking real-world violence.

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

⚫︎ In another CNBC interview, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick spoke about the lengthy development time for Grand Theft Auto VI, underscoring Rockstar Games' pursuit of "creative perfection." He also dismissed the idea that AI could 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

⚫︎ Take-Two CEO Zelnick highlighted the growing importance of PC gaming in an IGN interview, using Civilization 7 as an example of simultaneous multi-platform releases. However, he noted that Rockstar typically prioritizes select platforms before expanding to others, hinting at a potential 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 expressed willingness to delay the launch of their new Battlefield game, citing a crowded release schedule for 2025. They aim to ensure the game's launch is "all it needs to be," especially with GTA 6 on the horizon.

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 V, confirmed he will not appear in GTA 6. However, he expressed interest in having a cameo where his character would be killed off early in the game.

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

⚫︎ Rockstar has chosen not to announce the release date for GTA 6's second trailer yet, employing a strategic marketing tactic to keep fans eagerly anticipating more updates.

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 assured that GTA 6 will not be released close to the launch of Borderlands 4, despite both games being slated for late 2026.

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 shared insights on GTA 6, claiming it will exceed expectations and "Raise The Bar Again" for the franchise, delivering an unmatched 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 reiterated a targeted 2025 release for GTA 6, though a former Rockstar developer suggested via social media that the final release decision might not be confirmed until mid-2025.

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

August 10, 2024

⚫︎ Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two, confirmed that GTA 6 is unlikely to be available on Xbox Game Pass at launch, prioritizing premium pricing over subscription services.

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

July 23, 2024

⚫︎ Obbe Vermeij, a former Rockstar developer, cautioned fans to temper their expectations for GTA 6, noting that current technology might not facilitate the same revolutionary leaps seen in earlier GTA 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 aims to deliver a "Perfect" GTA 6 experience while maintaining the scheduled 2025 release date.

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

May 20, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive's financial report confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI is targeting a fall 2025 release, aligning with earlier predictions, though they cautioned that delays could still occur depending 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 in 24 hours with over 90 million views, surpassing MrBeast’s record and garnering the most likes for a video game trailer on its first day.

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

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

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