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2025

March 24, 2025

⚫︎ A fan-made mod that recreated a playable version of GTA 6's map within GTA 5 has encountered legal hurdles after Take-Two, Rockstar's parent company, issued a copyright takedown against the modder's YouTube channel.
Read more: Modder Recreating GTA 6's Map in GTA 5 Faces Copyright Claim from Take-Two (Euro Gamer)

February 11, 2025

⚫︎ Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two, addressed concerns about Grand Theft Auto VI's potential impact on real-world violence. In a CNBC interview, Zelnick dismissed these concerns, stating that entertainment reflects societal behavior rather than causing it.
Read more: Take-Two CEO Dismisses Fears of GTA 6 Influencing Real-World Violence (Insider Gaming)

⚫︎ In another CNBC interview, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick discussed the lengthy development time for GTA 6, attributing it to Rockstar's pursuit of creative perfection. He also highlighted the irreplaceable nature of human creativity over AI.
Read more: Take-Two CEO on GTA 6's Long Development and AI's Limits (GameSpot)

February 10, 2025

⚫︎ During an interview with IGN, Take-Two CEO Zelnick highlighted the growing importance of PC gaming and the company's strategy for game releases. He cited Civilization 7's multi-platform launch as an example, while noting that Rockstar often opts for staggered platform releases.
Read more: Take-Two CEO Hints at Future GTA 6 PC Release (Video Games Chronicle)

February 5, 2025

⚫︎ EA has announced its willingness to delay the launch of its new Battlefield game, citing a crowded release calendar that includes GTA 6. They aim to ensure the game's launch is optimal.
Read more: EA Considers Delaying 'Biggest Ever Battlefield' Amidst GTA 6 Release (Euro Gamer)

January 29, 2025

⚫︎ Steven Ogg, the voice actor for Trevor in GTA 5, confirmed he won't appear in GTA 6. He expressed a desire for a cameo where his character would be killed off early in the game.
Read more: Steven Ogg Confirms No Role in GTA 6, Wished for Early Cameo (PC Gamer)

2024

December 7, 2024

⚫︎ Rockstar Games has chosen not to announce the release date for GTA 6's second trailer, a move described as a smart marketing strategy by a former developer.
Read more: Rockstar's Silence on GTA 6 Trailer 2 Release Date is Strategic (IGN)

November 7, 2024

⚫︎ Strauss Zelnick of Take-Two Interactive confirmed that GTA 6 will not launch close to Borderlands 4, despite both games being slated for late 2026.
Read more: Take-Two Ensures GTA 6 and Borderlands 4 Won't Clash (GameSpot)

November 4, 2024

⚫︎ A former Rockstar Games designer expressed high expectations for GTA 6, suggesting it will set new standards in realism and innovation for the franchise.
Read more: GTA 6 Set to Raise the Bar with Enhanced Realism

September 15, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two's CEO reiterated a 2025 release target for GTA 6, though a former Rockstar developer indicated that the final decision might be made mid-2025.
Read more: Take-Two CEO Confirms 2025 GTA 6 Target; Ex-Rockstar Developer Weighs In (X)

August 10, 2024

⚫︎ Strauss Zelnick of Take-Two confirmed that GTA 6 will not be available on Xbox Game Pass at launch, prioritizing premium pricing over subscription models.
Read more: No GTA 6 on Xbox Game Pass at Launch, Says Take-Two CEO (PCGamesN)

July 23, 2024

⚫︎ Obbe Vermeij, a former Rockstar developer, advised fans to temper their expectations for GTA 6, citing limitations in current technology compared to previous groundbreaking releases like GTA 3 and GTA 4.
Read more: Former Rockstar Dev Suggests Modest Expectations for GTA 6 (Screenrant)

May 22, 2024

⚫︎ Rockstar Games is focused on delivering a perfect GTA 6 experience, with a continued commitment to a 2025 release.
Read more: Rockstar Aims for Perfect GTA 6 Experience in 2025

May 20, 2024

⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive's financial report confirms a fall 2025 release window for GTA 6, though potential delays are noted depending on development progress.
Read more: GTA 6 Set for Fall 2025 Release, Delays Possible (Take-Two Financial 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 record. It also received the most likes for a video game trailer in its first day.
Read more: GTA 6 Trailer Shatters YouTube Records (Forbes)

⚫︎ Rockstar Games unveiled the first trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI, marking the eighth major installment in the iconic franchise.
Read more: Grand Theft Auto VI - Official Trailer 1 Released (Rockstar Games)