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2025

March 24, 2025

⚫︎ A mod that recreated a playable version of GTA 6's map in GTA 5 has been hit with a copyright takedown request from Take-Two, Rockstar's parent company, targeting 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 CEO Strauss Zelnick has expressed confidence that Grand Theft Auto VI won't contribute to real-world violence. In a recent CNBC interview, Zelnick emphasized that entertainment mirrors societal behavior rather than inciting it, despite ongoing debates about video game violence as GTA 6's release approaches.
Read more: GTA 6 Publisher Not Concerned About Game's Influence on Real-World Violence (Insider Gaming)

⚫︎ Addressing the extended development time for Grand Theft Auto VI, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick highlighted Rockstar Games' pursuit of "creative perfection" in an interview with CNBC. He emphasized that achieving success is never a given and dismissed the notion that AI could replace the human touch in game creation.
Read more: GTA 6 CEO Discusses Long Wait and the Unreplaceable Human 'Creative Genius' (Game Spot)

February 10, 2025

⚫︎ In an IGN interview, Take-Two CEO Zelnick discussed the growing importance of PC gaming and hinted at a potential future PC release for GTA 6. He cited Civilization 7's simultaneous launch across multiple platforms as an example, noting Rockstar's typical strategy of staggered platform releases.
Read more: Take-Two Hints at Future Grand Theft Auto 6 PC Release (Video Games Chronicle)

February 5, 2025

⚫︎ EA has indicated a willingness to delay the launch of its new Battlefield title due to the crowded release schedule of major games in 2025, including GTA 6. They aim to ensure the game's launch is as impactful as possible.
Read more: EA Considers Delaying 'Biggest Ever Battlefield' Amid GTA 6 Release (Euro Gamer)

January 29, 2025

⚫︎ Steven Ogg, the voice behind GTA 5's Trevor, confirmed he won't appear in GTA 6, though he humorously suggested a cameo where his character could be killed off early in the game.
Read more: Trevor's Voice Actor Won't Return for GTA 6, but Suggested a Cameo (PC Gamer)

2024

December 7, 2024

⚫︎ The release date for GTA 6's second trailer remains undisclosed, a strategic move by Rockstar to maintain anticipation and excitement, according to a former developer.
Read more: Rockstar Delays GTA 6 Trailer 2 Release Date Announcement for Marketing Impact (IGN)

November 7, 2024

⚫︎ Strauss Zelnick of Take-Two Interactive confirmed that GTA 6's release will be strategically timed to avoid clashing with Borderlands 4, both slated for late 2026.
Read more: Take-Two Ensures GTA 6 and Borderlands 4 Won't Compete for Release Dates (GameSpot)

November 4, 2024

⚫︎ A former Rockstar designer has praised GTA 6, claiming it will set a new standard for the franchise with its advanced realism and innovation.
Read more: GTA 6 Expected to Set New Standards in Realism and Innovation

September 15, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two's CEO has reiterated a target release for GTA 6 in 2025, yet a former Rockstar developer hinted via social media that the final call on the release might not come until mid-2025.
Read more: GTA 6 2025 Release Target Confirmed, But Final Decision Pending (X)

August 10, 2024

⚫︎ Strauss Zelnick of Take-Two Interactive has ruled out a GTA 6 launch on Xbox Game Pass, emphasizing the company's focus on premium pricing for major titles.
Read more: GTA 6 Not Coming to Xbox Game Pass, Says Take-Two CEO (PCGamesN)

July 23, 2024

⚫︎ Obbe Vermeij, a former Rockstar developer, has cautioned fans about setting their expectations too high for GTA 6, suggesting that technological advancements might not lead to the revolutionary changes seen in past titles like GTA 3 or GTA 4.
Read more: Former Rockstar Developer Warns of Modest Expectations for GTA 6 (Screenrant)

May 22, 2024

⚫︎ Rockstar Games is committed to delivering a "perfect" GTA 6 experience, sticking to their 2025 release goal despite the challenges of achieving such high standards.
Read more: Rockstar Aims for 'Perfect' GTA 6 Experience in 2025

May 20, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive's latest financial report has set a fall 2025 release window for GTA 6, though the company acknowledges the possibility of further delays based on development progress.
Read more: GTA 6 Targeting Fall 2025 Release, Delays Possible (Take-Two Financial Report)

2023

December 5, 2023

⚫︎ The GTA 6 trailer broke YouTube records, achieving the highest number of views for a non-music video within 24 hours, with over 90 million views, and garnered the most likes for a game trailer on its first day.
Read more: GTA 6 Trailer Sets New YouTube Records for Non-Music Videos (Forbes)

⚫︎ Rockstar Games unveiled the much-anticipated trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI, marking the eighth installment in the iconic franchise.
Read more: Watch the Grand Theft Auto VI Trailer Now (Rockstar Games)