Take-Two Interactive, the publisher behind Grand Theft Auto, projects a strong fiscal year, largely fueled by anticipated releases. Let's delve into the details surrounding GTA 6's release and the company's overall performance.
Take-Two Interactive's Strong Year Ahead
GTA 6: A Fall 2025 Release Remains Likely
Take-Two Interactive remains confident in a Fall 2025 launch for GTA 6. While CEO Strauss Zelnick acknowledged the inherent risk of delays ("slippage"), he expressed strong optimism about the projected timeframe. He emphasized Rockstar's dedication to quality, stating their pursuit of "perfection."
Take-Two's 2025 Game Lineup
Zelnick highlighted 2025 as a pivotal year for Take-Two, citing several key releases: Sid Meier's Civilization VII (Early Access launched, full release February 11th), Mafia: The Old Country (Summer release), Grand Theft Auto VI (Fall release), and Borderlands 4 (before year-end). The company anticipates these titles to significantly impact both its business and the gaming industry. Take-Two projects record-breaking net bookings for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
Continued Success of Existing Franchises
The GTA franchise continues to dominate, with over 210 million units sold globally. GTA Online's performance remains strong, particularly with the recent "Agents of Sabotage" update and the continued growth of GTA+. Other titles also saw significant success: NBA 2K25 sold over 7 million units, exhibiting substantial growth in player engagement; Red Dead Redemption 2 surpassed 70 million units sold, with Red Dead Online maintaining a robust player base, recently reaching its highest concurrent player count on Steam (99,993 according to SteamDB).
Dispelling Rumors about GTA 5's Trevor
Steven Ogg, the actor portraying Trevor in GTA 5, addressed persistent rumors regarding his feelings towards the character. He clarified that he doesn't dislike Trevor; he simply prefers not to be called by the character's name outside of his work. He maintains friendships with his co-stars and remains open about his positive experience with the role. While he previously speculated about Trevor's potential (and demise) in GTA 6, he confirmed he hasn't participated in any recording for the upcoming game.
In conclusion, while a precise release date for GTA 6 remains unannounced, a Fall 2025 launch appears increasingly probable, based on Take-Two Interactive's statements. The company's overall strong performance and the success of its other titles further bolster this expectation.