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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 issues after Rockstar's parent company, Take-Two, issued a copyright takedown request against the creator's YouTube channel. This has sparked discussions on the boundaries of fan-made content within the gaming community.
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 expressed confidence that Grand Theft Auto VI will not contribute to real-world violence. In an interview with CNBC, Zelnick highlighted the long-standing debates around video game violence but reassured that GTA 6 will be a reflection of society rather than a catalyst for harmful behavior.
Read more: GTA 6 Publisher is ‘Not Worried’ About the Game Influencing Violence in the Real World (Insider Gaming)

⚫︎ Addressing the extended development time for Grand Theft Auto VI, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick emphasized Rockstar Games' commitment to creative perfection. In a CNBC interview, he underscored that success is never guaranteed and dismissed the idea that AI could replace the unique creative genius of human developers.
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 discussed the growing importance of PC gaming and the company's strategy for platform releases. He referenced the simultaneous launch of Civilization 7 across multiple platforms, hinting that GTA 6 might eventually follow suit after an initial release on select platforms.
Read more: Take-Two seemingly hinting at eventual Grand Theft Auto 6 PC release (Video Games Chronicle)

February 5, 2025

⚫︎ EA has announced they may delay the launch of their new Battlefield game, citing a crowded release calendar in 2025. This decision reflects the industry's awareness of GTA 6's looming release and the desire to ensure their game gets the attention it deserves.
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 behind Trevor in GTA 5, confirmed he will not be returning for GTA 6. However, he humorously expressed a desire for 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

⚫︎ Rockstar Games has chosen not to announce the release date for GTA 6's second trailer yet, a decision described by a former developer as a strategic marketing move to keep fans engaged and eager for more information.
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 confirmed that GTA 6 will not be released close to the launch of Borderlands 4, to avoid competition within the same fiscal year of 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 has praised GTA 6, claiming it will set a new standard for the franchise by delivering unparalleled realism and raising the bar for open-world gaming experiences.
Read more: GTA 6 Raises The Bar and Delivers on Realism Beyond Expectations

September 15, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive’s CEO has reassured fans that GTA 6 is on track for a 2025 release. However, a former Rockstar developer suggested via social media that the final decision on the release timeline might be made by mid-2025.
Read more: Obbe Vermeij on the release date for GTA 6 (X)

August 10, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has quashed speculation about GTA 6 launching on Xbox Game Pass, stating that the company prefers to maintain premium pricing for their major titles rather than offering them on subscription services.
Read more: Take-Two CEO shoots down GTA 6 Game Pass launch hopes (PCGamesN)

July 23, 2024

⚫︎ Former Rockstar developer Obbe Vermeij advised fans to temper their expectations for GTA 6, suggesting that the current technological landscape may not support the 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 Games is committed to delivering a perfect GTA 6 experience, taking their time to ensure quality while maintaining the targeted 2025 release date.
Read more: GTA 6 Release Will Be Perfect as Rockstar Games Takes Their Time

May 20, 2024

⚫︎ According to Take-Two Interactive's recent financial report, Grand Theft Auto VI is set for a fall 2025 release. However, the company cautions 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 in 24 hours with over 90 million views, eclipsing MrBeast’s previous record. It also garnered the most 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 unveiled the 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)