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John Cena Embraces Meme Status with Heel Turn Before GTA 6

Author:Kristen Update:Apr 27,2025

John Cena's unexpected heel turn at WWE Elimination Chamber sent shockwaves through the wrestling world, marking his first turn to the dark side in over two decades. Adding to the surprise, Cena playfully engaged with the ongoing "GTA 6" meme by sharing an image of the highly anticipated game on social media. This meme, born from the 12-year wait for "Grand Theft Auto 6," humorously highlights events that have occurred before the game's release, and Cena's heel turn was the latest addition to this list.

For the first time in over 20 years, John Cena is a WWE bad guy. Photo by Rich Freeda/WWE via Getty Images.

Cena, known for his role as a beloved 'good guy' in WWE and his record-breaking participation in Make-A-Wish, cleverly used the meme to connect with his 21 million Instagram followers. His post featured a "GTA 6" image alongside its 2025 release window, sparking fun and speculation without hinting at any direct involvement in the game.

While some fans speculated that Cena's post might contain cryptic clues about "GTA 6," it was more likely a playful nod to the meme culture surrounding the game's long-awaited release. The anticipation for "GTA 6" continues to build, with its parent company, Take-Two, confirming a fall 2025 launch.

In related news, a former Rockstar developer addressed the controversy around "GTA 6" launching on consoles before PC, urging PC gamers to remain patient and trust the studio's plans.

For more on "GTA 6," including insights from Take-Two's Strauss Zelnick on the future of "GTA Online" post-"GTA 6," stay tuned to our updates.