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, feels increasingly anachronistic. Given the PC's growing importance in multiplatform game success, is this a missed opportunity, or even a mistake?

IGN posed this question to Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick, who hinted at GTA 6's eventual PC release. He cited the simultaneous PC, console, and Switch launch of Civilization 7 as a contrast, noting Rockstar's historical practice of staggered platform releases.

Rockstar's history of delayed PC releases and its complex relationship with the modding community have been well-documented. However, many hoped GTA 6's scale would mark a shift in their PC strategy.

While big Rockstar titles eventually reach PC, the wait time remains uncertain. Given the Fall 2025 console launch, a 2026 PC release seems likely, at the earliest.

When Will GTA 6 Hit PC? -----------------------

202520262027Never!

AnswerSee ResultsIn December 2023, a former Rockstar developer attempted to explain the delayed PC release, urging patience and understanding.

The potential impact of excluding PC at launch is significant. Zelnick highlighted that PC versions can contribute 40% or more to overall sales for multiplatform titles.

This discussion occurred against a backdrop of declining PS5 and Xbox Series X|S sales. While Nintendo anticipates the Switch 2, Sony and Microsoft's next-gen plans remain undisclosed. Zelnick emphasized the PC market's growth, even amidst falling console sales.

“We have seen PC become a much more and more important part of what used to be a console business, and I wouldn't be surprised to see that trend continue,” he stated.

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

YesNopeMaybe

AnswerSee ResultsZelnick believes GTA 6's release will boost console sales, attracting new players to the current generation. He anticipates a significant increase in console sales in 2025 due to various game releases, not just GTA 6. He remains unconcerned about declining console sales, focusing instead on the PC market's expanding share.

The PlayStation 5 Pro is often viewed as a potential "GTA 6 machine," though experts doubt it will achieve 4K60fps consistently.