Rockstar Games and its parent company, Take-Two Interactive, have officially confirmed that Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) will be released in the fall of 2025. This announcement was made during Take-Two Interactive's fourth-quarter and full fiscal year 2024 earnings report, narrowing down the previously vague release window of calendar year 2025 to a more specific timeframe.
The fall 2025 release date indicates that players can expect the game to hit the shelves sometime between September and November of next year. This confirmation has alleviated concerns about potential delays, which had been circulating earlier in 2024.
Platforms and Availability
GTA 6 is confirmed to be released on the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles. However, it will not be available on the older PS4 and Xbox One consoles, making it a current-gen exclusive. There is currently no official word on a PC release, which has sparked some concern among PC gamers.
Game Setting and Features
GTA 6 will take players back to Vice City, a setting last seen in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City. However, this time, the game is set in a modern-day environment, promising a significant evolution in the series. The game is expected to feature a large map, including the neon-soaked streets of Vice City and beyond.
Rockstar Games is known for its meticulous development process, and GTA 6 is no exception. The company has expressed high confidence in delivering an unparalleled entertainment experience, with expectations for the game's commercial impact continuing to increase.
Financial Projections and Impact
Take-Two Interactive anticipates net bookings of $5.55 to $5.65 billion for fiscal year 2025, with GTA 6's release expected to contribute significantly to these figures in the following fiscal year. The company's financial report also highlighted the ongoing success of other titles, such as Grand Theft Auto V, which has sold over 200 million copies, and Red Dead Redemption 2, which has sold 64 million copies.
The anticipation for GTA 6 is high, with the game's trailer breaking YouTube viewership records. Fans are eagerly awaiting more details, which Rockstar Games has promised will be revealed in due time.
