In a nutshell
- Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick says Grand Theft Auto VI will not face another delay ahead of launch.
- Preorders are reportedly tracking “far in excess” of internal expectations.
- Rockstar plans to continue supporting GTA Online while preparing for one of the biggest entertainment launches in history.
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick has expressed confidence ahead of the launch of Grand Theft Auto VI, stating that the highly anticipated title will not face another delay while revealing that preorder numbers have already exceeded the company’s expectations.
Speaking to IGN in an interview, Zelnick kept his outlook simple when asked how he felt with Grand Theft Auto VI‘s release drawing near.
“Optimistic. I’m looking forward to the launch.”
Grand Theft Auto VI Preorders Are Tracking Above Expectations
During Take-Two’s latest earnings report, the company revealed that preorders for Grand Theft Auto VI are performing significantly better than initially projected. According to the report, preorder figures are tracking “far in excess” of the publisher’s expectations, highlighting the enormous anticipation surrounding Rockstar Games’ next blockbuster release.
Rockstar Remains Committed to GTA Online
Despite the arrival of Grand Theft Auto VI, Rockstar has no plans to abandon GTA Online.
Zelnick reiterated that the company intends to continue supporting the long-running online component, citing its ongoing growth and resilience over the years.
“We intend to keep supporting GTA Online and it has been very successful. It’s been very resilient. It has continued to grow over the years.”
Take-Two Sees a Different Future for Rockstar’s Franchises
Looking beyond Grand Theft Auto VI, Zelnick hinted that players could see changes in how Rockstar’s biggest franchises are supported and expanded over the next decade.
While stopping short of announcing any specific projects, he said the “nature and velocity” of content from franchises such as Grand Theft Auto will look “dramatically different” in the years ahead as the company focuses on delivering high-quality experiences while maintaining player engagement after launch.
