During Take-Two's earnings call in early February 2025, it was confirmed that GTA 6 is still on schedule, with the next earnings call expected in May.

Rockstar Games believes that the highly anticipated release of GTA 6 will play a crucial role in revitalizing the gaming industry, which has faced challenges following the pandemic.

In a discussion on Reddit, a developer expressed hope that the success of GTA 6 will inspire more ethical practices within the gaming industry, prioritizing creativity over corporate greed.

A leaker known as Detective Seeds has claimed that GTA 6 will launch in mid-November 2025, but skepticism surrounds this due to concerns about the leaker's credibility.

Fans are particularly excited about the graphical capabilities of GTA 6, drawing comparisons to Red Dead Redemption 2 and expressing high expectations for its performance on next-gen consoles.

A report from Newzoo forecasts that the gaming industry will achieve record revenue levels by 2027, largely fueled by the launches of GTA 6 and the Nintendo Switch 2.

Leslie Benzies, former president of Rockstar North, has praised the team behind GTA 6, expressing excitement for the game despite not being involved in its development since 1999.

There is ongoing speculation regarding the game's pricing, with leaks suggesting that preorders could reach as high as $112, igniting discussions about the game's value.

Speculation suggests that the second trailer for GTA 6 could be released in conjunction with Mafia: The Old Country in August 2025, although this remains unconfirmed.

Social media is buzzing with fans expressing their impatience for the next trailer, highlighting the growing anticipation surrounding the game's release.

To maintain excitement, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has indicated that a strategic marketing plan is being developed for GTA 6 leading up to its launch.

Since the release of the first trailer in December 2023, fans have been eagerly awaiting a second trailer, but frustration is mounting due to the lack of updates.