New insights from Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar Games, the developer behind the much-anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6, might offer a more precise indication of the game's release timeline. While the initial expectation was for a 2025 release, recent financial reports seem to hint at a possible delay, prompting eager fans to seek a clearer understanding of the launch window.

Grand Theft Auto 6 has garnered immense anticipation, owing to the decade-long gap between the release of GTA 5 and the unveiling of its sequel. The first look at GTA 6 was revealed in a groundbreaking trailer last December, confirming a projected launch in 2025. Amid the excitement, enthusiasts are keen to pinpoint the exact release period within that year.

According to analysts Nick McKay and Michael Pachter, Take-Two Interactive's latest information indicates that GTA 6 is unlikely to debut in early 2025. The company revised its 2025 fiscal year forecast, leading the analysts to infer that the game might have moved beyond the early 2025 window, although a complete delay seems improbable.

Anticipated Launch Period in 2025

McKay and Pachter emphasize that while a delay beyond 2025 is improbable, the game may hit the market later in the year, aligning with the historical trend of major GTA titles being released around September or October. However, the specific month within the late 2025 timeframe remains unknown.

Besides the potential release window in 2025, the GTA 6 reveal confirmed the resurgence of Vice City and the introduction of two protagonists, including the franchise's first female lead. The game is set to be available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, with a subsequent release expected for PC, following the pattern of previous iterations.