Take-Two Boss Unconcerned by Plummeting PS5 and Xbox Sales, Insists GTA 6 Will Cause 'A Meaningful Uptick in Console Sales' in 2025

Grand Theft Auto 6, slated for a Fall 2025 release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, notably omits PC. This mirrors Rockstar's past releases, but in 2025, this feels increasingly anachronistic. Given the PC's growing importance in multiplatform gaming, is this a missed opportunity, or even a mistake?

IGN posed this question to Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick. His response hinted at an eventual PC release for GTA 6. He contrasted this with the simultaneous multi-platform launch of Civilization VII, stating Rockstar's history of staggered releases across platforms.

Rockstar's history of delayed PC releases and its complex relationship with the modding community are well-documented. Despite hopes that GTA 6 might change this, the pattern appears to be holding. While PC releases eventually happen for major Rockstar titles, the wait time remains uncertain. Considering the Fall 2025 console launch, a 2026 PC release seems plausible, at the earliest.

When Will GTA 6 Hit PC? ----------------------- 202520262027Never!

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In December 2023, a former Rockstar developer attempted to explain the delayed PC release, urging patience. But how significant is this omission? Zelnick highlighted the PC's contribution to overall sales, often exceeding 40%, sometimes even more.

This discussion occurred against the backdrop of declining PS5 and Xbox Series X|S sales. While Nintendo prepares the Switch 2, the next generation from Sony and Microsoft remains unannounced. Zelnick emphasized the PC's growing importance as console sales fluctuate. He expects this trend to continue, alongside the eventual arrival of new console generations.

Would you buy a PS5 Pro just to play GTA 6 on the highest settings? ------------------------------------------------------------------- YesNopeMaybe

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Zelnick believes GTA 6's release will boost console sales, attracting new players to the current generation. He expects a significant increase in console sales in 2025 due to upcoming releases. While acknowledging potential economic headwinds, he remains confident, highlighting the PC market's increasing share as a key trend. The PlayStation 5 Pro is anticipated by some as the ideal platform for GTA 6, though experts doubt it will achieve 4K60fps consistently.