Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar Games, has dropped some hints suggesting that the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) will be released in the near future. The company refers to its next fiscal year, which runs from April 2024 to March 2025, as an inflection point. This statement has fueled speculation among gamers, as it aligns with existing predictions for the game’s release.
Back in May, Take-Two Interactive claimed that their next fiscal year would mark a new era in which they expected to generate over $5 billion in revenue. While they did not explicitly state that GTA 6 would contribute to this financial success, their recent comments have further fueled rumors surrounding the game’s imminent release.
During a financial discussion, CEO and chairman Straus Zelnick expressed confidence in their business, stating, We remain confident that we are positioning our business for a significant inflection point in fiscal 2025, which we believe will include new record levels of operating performance. This statement indicates that Take-Two expects GTA 6 to achieve unprecedented success, potentially breaking records set by its predecessors.
It is important to note that Take-Two Interactive’s other major revenue driver, the NBA 2K series, consistently performs well in terms of sales. However, the nature of sports games means that their popularity remains relatively consistent year after year. Therefore, it is unlikely that the projected inflection point in fiscal 2025 is solely attributed to NBA 2K. This adds weight to the speculation that GTA 6 is indeed on the horizon.
While there is no clue as to when the game will be officially announced, Rockstar Games has the luxury of being able to generate immense hype regardless of promotional efforts. Given the series’ track record and popularity, GTA 6 is expected to be a guaranteed hit, meaning Rockstar can choose to reveal it at any time with minimal promotion. However, it is unlikely that the game will be announced at events such as Gamescom or The Game Awards, as Rockstar typically operates independently and may feel that traditional preview events are unnecessary.
Ultimately, the release date of GTA 6 remains uncertain, but Take-Two Interactive’s hints indicate a strong possibility of the game launching within their fiscal year 2025. Whether it will be released in 2024 or 2025 is still up for debate. As fans eagerly await any official news, the anticipation continues to grow for the next installment in the groundbreaking Grand Theft Auto series.
