GTA 6 release date gets green light, but there's bad news Xbox fans

Grand Theft Auto enthusiasts can breathe a sigh of relief: Rockstar Games' parent company Take-Two has confirmed during an earnings call that GTA 6 is still zooming towards its Fall 2025 release, despite fears of delays. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick reassured investors by stating, "The Grand Theft Auto series exceeded our expectations, as momentum continues to build ahead of the launch of Grand Theft Auto VI in Fall 2025," according to a statement from Take-Two.

Xbox players have a mixed bag though; even with Call of Duty Black Ops 6 arriving on Game Pass immediately upon release, Zelnick clearly indicated that Take-Two won't jump on the day-one release bandwagon for subscription services . In a conversation with GamesIndustry.

Biz, Zelnick mentioned that while putting big titles directly into subscription offerings could lead consumers to subscriptions temporarily, its not a temptation for the gaming giant. "No, it won't affect our decisions," he affirmed, adding with confidence, Because our decisions are rational.

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" It looks like GTA 6 fans may need to pay full price to hit those virtual streets. Ouch, indeed!

The hotly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to take players to the state of Leonida, a fictional locale inspired by Florida, reports the Express .

Rockstar has spilled the beans: "Grand Theft Auto VI heads to the state of Leonida, home to the neon-soaked streets of Vice City and beyond in the biggest, most immersive evolution of the Grand Theft Auto series yet."

Eager fans got a bird's-eye view of some of the game's map locations in the trailer, showcasing areas reminiscent of the Florida Keys, along with beaches and more.

GTA enthusiasts are on the edge of their seats, hoping for a more in-depth look at these locales and some actual gameplay in the next GTA 6 trailer, rumored to be released on October 4.