Take Two Interactive, the holding company that owns Rockstar Games, has announced a Fall 2025 release date for Grand Theft Auto VI. The news comes following the company's fourth-quarter earnings report, where speculation about the highly anticipated game was at its peak.
Originally slated for a 2025 release, Take Two has now narrowed down the launch window to autumn of next year. In a statement accompanying its latest earnings, Take Two expressed confidence in Rockstar Games' ability to deliver an unparalleled entertainment experience with Grand Theft Auto VI, raising expectations for its commercial success.
The Grand Theft Auto franchise's last installment, GTA V, was first released in 2013 and has since seen numerous updates to its online component. Each update has been well-received by fans, contributing to the game's enduring popularity.
GTA V has achieved remarkable success, becoming the second-best-selling video game of all time and the top-selling game of the last decade in terms of total dollar sales. However, the franchise has not been without its share of controversies, often drawing criticism for its depiction of brutal violence and mature themes.
As anticipation builds for the release of Grand Theft Auto VI, fans and industry experts alike are eagerly awaiting further details about the game. Stay tuned for more updates as they become available.