Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick has expressed extreme confidence that Grand Theft Auto 6 will meet its scheduled release date of May 26, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. Despite the high expectations surrounding the highly anticipated title, Zelnick stated his "level of conviction is very, very high," emphasizing that GTA 6 is Rockstar’s primary focus.
Zelnick’s High Conviction
In a recent interview, Zelnick directly addressed concerns about potential delays for Grand Theft Auto 6. He conveyed a strong sense of certainty regarding the game’s release date, stating, "My level of conviction is very, very high." He acknowledged that Rockstar Games has other projects, but reiterated that GTA 6 is the company’s main priority.
Managing Expectations
Zelnick also commented on Take-Two’s approach to managing player expectations, noting that the company tries not to "pump expectations." However, he also highlighted Rockstar’s history of exceeding even the loftiest anticipations. The immense popularity of the GTA 6 trailers, with the first trailer garnering 93 million YouTube views and the second exceeding 475 million views in 24 hours, underscores the massive public interest in the game.
Key Takeaways
- Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick is highly confident Grand Theft Auto 6 will not be delayed.
- The game is slated for release on May 26, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
- GTA 6 is the primary focus for Rockstar Games.
- The company aims to manage, but also often exceeds, player expectations.
Future Outlook
While Zelnick’s confidence is notable, the article points out that game development can be unpredictable. However, the fact that Take-Two has committed to a specific release date, rather than a vague window, suggests a solid development progress. A PC release date for Grand Theft Auto 6 has not yet been announced, with Take-Two’s current statements only confirming console availability.
