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2025

March 24, 2025

⚫︎ A mod that recreated a playable version of GTA 6's map in GTA 5 has encountered legal issues after Rockstar's parent company, Take-Two, issued a copyright takedown request against the modder's YouTube channel. This move highlights the ongoing tension between game developers and the modding community.

Read more: Modder Recreating 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 reassured fans that Grand Theft Auto VI will not contribute to real-world violence. In a recent CNBC interview, Zelnick emphasized that entertainment mirrors societal behavior rather than causing it, addressing long-standing concerns about the impact of video game violence.

Read more: GTA 6 Publisher Not Concerned About Game Influencing Real-World Violence (Insider Gaming)

⚫︎ In the same interview with CNBC, Strauss Zelnick discussed the extended development time for Grand Theft Auto VI, attributing it to Rockstar Games' pursuit of creative perfection. He also dismissed the idea that AI could replace the unique creative genius of human developers.

Read more: GTA 6 CEO Discusses Long Development Time and the Role of Human Creativity (Game Spot)

February 10, 2025

⚫︎ During an interview with IGN, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick highlighted the growing importance of PC gaming. He mentioned Civilization 7's simultaneous launch across multiple platforms as an example, but noted that Rockstar typically opts for a staggered release strategy, hinting at a potential future PC release for GTA 6.

Read more: Take-Two Hints at Eventual Grand Theft Auto 6 PC Release (Video Games Chronicle)

February 5, 2025

⚫︎ EA has announced a potential delay for their upcoming Battlefield game, citing the crowded release calendar in 2025, which includes the highly anticipated GTA 6. This strategic move aims to ensure the new Battlefield title gets the attention it deserves.

Read more: EA Considers Delaying 'Biggest Ever Battlefield' Due to GTA 6 Release (Euro Gamer)

January 29, 2025

⚫︎ Steven Ogg, the voice actor for Trevor in GTA 5, confirmed he will not be reprising his role in GTA 6. However, he expressed interest in a cameo where his character would meet a dramatic end early in the game.

Read more: Trevor's Voice Actor Confirms No Role in GTA 6, But Would Have Liked a Cameo (PC Gamer)

2024

December 7, 2024

⚫︎ Rockstar Games has chosen to keep the release date of GTA 6's second trailer under wraps, a decision described by a former developer as a smart marketing tactic to maintain anticipation and excitement.

Read more: Rockstar Keeps GTA 6 Trailer 2 Release Date Secret for Marketing Impact (IGN)

November 7, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick has confirmed that GTA 6 will not launch close to Borderlands 4, despite both games being slated for release in the fiscal year 2026, to avoid market saturation.

Read more: Take-Two Ensures GTA 6 and Borderlands 4 Won't Compete for Release Dates (GameSpot)

November 4, 2024

⚫︎ A former Rockstar Games designer has shared insights on GTA 6, claiming that the game will set new standards for the franchise, promising an unparalleled level of realism and innovation.

Read more: GTA 6 Set to Raise the Bar with Unprecedented Realism (IGN)

September 15, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive’s CEO has reaffirmed the 2025 release target for GTA 6. However, a former Rockstar developer suggested via social media that the final release decision might be made mid-2025.

Read more: Take-Two CEO Reaffirms 2025 Release for GTA 6, Final Decision Pending (X)

August 10, 2024

⚫︎ Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two, has confirmed that GTA 6 will not be available on Xbox Game Pass at launch, emphasizing the company's focus on premium pricing for major titles.

Read more: Take-Two CEO Confirms No GTA 6 on Xbox Game Pass at Launch (PCGamesN)

July 23, 2024

⚫︎ Obbe Vermeij, a former Rockstar developer, has advised fans to temper their expectations for GTA 6, citing that current technological advancements may not allow for the revolutionary changes seen in previous titles like GTA 3 or GTA 4.

Read more: Former Rockstar Developer Urges Fans to Lower Expectations for GTA 6 (Screenrant)

May 22, 2024

⚫︎ Rockstar Games is committed to delivering a perfect GTA 6 experience, while still targeting a 2025 release date, ensuring fans that the wait will be worth it.

Read more: Rockstar Aims for a Perfect GTA 6 Release in 2025 (IGN)

May 20, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive's latest financial report has set a fall 2025 release window for Grand Theft Auto VI, aligning with previous expectations, though the company cautions that further delays could occur based on development progress.

Read more: GTA 6 Targeted for Fall 2025 Release, Delays Possible (GameSpot)

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 previous record. It also garnered the most likes for a video game trailer on its first day.

Read more: GTA 6 Trailer Shatters YouTube Records (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)