Publishers Plan Delays to Avoid Grand Theft Auto 6's Fall 2025 Release

Anticipation for Rockstar's highly awaited title prompts industry-wide scheduling shifts, with analysts projecting record-breaking revenue.

Take-Two Interactive has reaffirmed that Grand Theft Auto 6 remains on track for a Fall 2025 release, though no specific date has been confirmed.
At least three major publishers are reportedly preparing to delay game launches to avoid competing with GTA 6's anticipated market dominance.
Developers of major live-service games are also planning to postpone significant updates during the game's launch window.
Analysts project GTA 6 to generate $3.2 billion in its first year, potentially doubling the launch-year revenue of its predecessor, GTA 5.
The game's first trailer, released in December 2023, broke viewership records with over 100 million views in two days, underscoring immense consumer interest.