Release Dates
The release date for GTA 6 has been a major topic of speculation for years. Now, with the unveiling of the first GTA VI trailer, Rockstar Games has officially announced that GTA 6 will launch in Fall 2025.
When Will GTA 6 Release?
Initially, many speculated that GTA 6 would release around 2023, with some hopeful fans even aiming for a 2021 launch—though that was quite unrealistic.
Recently, expectations shifted toward a 2024 or 2025 release, and as of December 2023, Rockstar has finally provided a definitive answer. GTA 6 is set to release in 2025.
Take-Two’s earnings call on May 16, 2024, confirmed that the game is scheduled for a Fall 2025 launch, likely between October and December.
Release Date (GTA Vice): When is GTA 6 Coming Out?
In the first official Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer, Rockstar Games revealed an estimated release date for GTA 6.
The game is officially set to release in 2025, featuring a modern-day Vice City as a key map location.
Delayed GTA 6 Release Date from a Marketing Standpoint
Take-Two Interactive, Rockstar’s parent company, recently released their annual 10-K forms, revealing plans to allocate approximately $89 million to marketing from April 2023 through March 2024.
A similar surge in marketing investments occurred before the release of Red Dead Redemption 2. While Take-Two hasn’t specified how this budget will be divided across projects, the timeframe aligns with GTA 6 release rumors.
Additionally, Take-Two filed a new patent aimed at enhancing NPC behavior, sparking further interest as it potentially signals GTA 6 advancements.
Set for release on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, Rockstar appears to be timing the launch for when these consoles have a larger install base, ensuring a broader market reach.
GTA 6 Platforms: Next-Gen Release, PC Version Coming Later
Here’s what we know so far about GTA VI and its platforms:
GTA 6 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S
GTA 6 is confirmed to release on Sony’s PlayStation 5 and Microsoft’s Xbox Series X|S. A Windows PC version is also likely, though not yet confirmed.
Will GTA 6 be on PS4 & Xbox One?
Unfortunately, GTA 6 will not be available on PS4 or Xbox One, as Rockstar Games is making this next installment exclusive to next-gen hardware.
Will there be a GTA 6 PC Release?
What About the GTA 6 PC Version?
Historically, GTA 4, GTA 5, and Red Dead Redemption 2 didn’t launch simultaneously on PC and consoles, but instead arrived on PC after a delay. While the wait was frustrating for some, it allowed Rockstar more time to optimize these titles specifically for the PC platform, enhancing polish and performance.
So, while GTA 6 is expected to launch first as a PS5 and Xbox Series X|S exclusive, a PC version will almost certainly follow. Rockstar knows the value of bringing such a highly anticipated title to a wider audience beyond consoles.
The timing of GTA 6’s release for PC and next-gen consoles also depends on the GTA 6 launch window. Since the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S player base is still growing, Rockstar may be waiting for a more expansive audience on these platforms before the official release.
Will GTA 6 be Cross Platform?
For those curious about whether the online aspect of GTA 6 will support cross-platform play, this information remains unconfirmed at this time.
However, there is a strong possibility that the new iteration of GTA Online will enable cross-platform play among PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, following the current trend in many modern video games.
It would be exciting to see players from all platforms come together in one shared experience, provided that Rockstar can effectively manage the game environment, especially concerning potential mods on the PC version of GTA 6.
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