Take-Two Interactive’s CEO, Strauss Zelnick, has shared some reassuring words for Grand Theft Auto fans who are eagerly awaiting GTA 6.
While the anticipation for Rockstar’s next big release grows, Zelnick promises it’ll be something “breathtaking” and worth every second of the wait.
GTA 6 Trailer Hype and the Silence That Followed
Rockstar made headlines worldwide in late 2023 when they finally dropped the highly-anticipated first trailer for GTA 6.
Fans were thrilled to get a sneak peek at the game and were given a tentative release window of Fall 2025.
However, since then, Rockstar has been unusually quiet, leaving the community hungry for updates.
Every move Rockstar makes—be it a social media post or an update for GTA Online—is picked apart by fans searching for hints.
Many are eagerly waiting for a second trailer, but disappointment struck again when no new footage was revealed during The Game Awards.
Zelnick Praises GTA 6, Says It’s “Extraordinary”
In a recent interview with Conner Mather, Zelnick addressed fans’ impatience and described GTA 6 in glowing terms.
He said, “I think it’ll be extraordinary—and worth waiting for.” Later in the conversation, he added that the game would be nothing short of “breathtaking.”
While Zelnick is confident in the game’s quality, the lack of concrete updates has left many fans feeling restless, especially with the release window still being far off.
Will GTA 6 Be Delayed Again?
Even with a Fall 2025 release on the calendar, some industry insiders are skeptical.
Renowned reporter Jason Schreier has gone on record saying he’d be “shocked” if Rockstar meets this target.
He believes a 2026 launch is more likely, pointing out Rockstar’s history of delays with titles like Red Dead Redemption 2.
GTA 6’s development has reportedly faced several missed deadlines already.
Other publishers are even holding back their own game releases, waiting to see if GTA 6’s launch will be pushed into 2026 before finalizing their plans to avoid competing with Rockstar’s blockbuster title.
The Verdict: Is It Worth the Wait?
Strauss Zelnick seems confident that GTA 6 will exceed expectations, describing it as a game that will leave players in awe.
However, with fans growing increasingly impatient and speculation about another potential delay swirling, it’s clear that Rockstar has a lot riding on this release.
As we inch closer to 2025, fans can only hope that the long wait will pay off with a game as groundbreaking as promised.
Until then, the anticipation and speculation continue!
