If you’re wondering whether GTA 6 will hit its expected 2025 release date, industry analyst Brendan Sinclair has some reassuring thoughts.

Sinclair, a well-known expert in the gaming world, believes 2025 is set to be a standout year for video games, with GTA 6 playing a massive role in its success.

Speaking to GamesIndustry.biz earlier this year, Sinclair explained how economic changes could give the gaming industry a much-needed boost.

“Looking at 2025, if interest rates drop and money flows more freely to developers and publishers, we should see an upswing in the development cycle,” he said.

This optimism comes after 2024, when tighter budgets led to gamers spending less.

However, Sinclair predicts 2025 will be a record-breaking year for revenue, largely thanks to the highly-anticipated release of GTA 6, which has already won multiple awards for being the most anticipated game of 2025.

“We’ll see a wave of renewed excitement, especially with GTA 6. There’s probably never been a more significant release in gaming history, so no pressure,” Sinclair added.

He’s absolutely right. Rockstar’s next big release isn’t just another game—it’s a cultural phenomenon.

Industry experts expect sales to hit multiple millions on launch day alone, which explains why other developers and publishers are steering clear of launching around the same time.

While it’s unclear if Sinclair has insider information about GTA 6 sticking to its release schedule, many believe the game won’t face delays into 2026.

For now, fans can relax and look forward to more news.

Speaking of which, how about that second trailer?

When’s that dropping?