Take-Two Boss Says It's 'Shown a Willingness to Support Legacy Titles' Amid Questions About the Future of GTA Online Post-GTA 6

The Future of GTA Online After GTA 6's Release: A Look at Take-Two's Strategy

The impending release of Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) in Fall 2025 has left many GTA Online players wondering about the fate of their beloved live service game. With GTA 6 expected to introduce a new and potentially improved GTA Online experience (perhaps even GTA Online 2), concerns are mounting that their investment of time and money in the current version will become obsolete.

GTA Online's remarkable longevity and profitability have been instrumental in Rockstar's decision to prioritize the live service over story DLC for GTA 5. However, the prospect of a potential "clean break" with the launch of GTA 6 is a significant worry for the existing player base. Should players continue investing in GTA Online now, knowing a new iteration might launch within months?

Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick addressed this question in a recent interview, drawing parallels to the company's handling of NBA 2K Online. NBA 2K Online, launched in 2012, continued to operate alongside its successor, NBA 2K Online 2, released in 2017. Both games remain active, catering to a substantial player base.

Zelnick stated, while avoiding specifics about GTA Online's future due to unannounced projects, that Take-Two generally supports its properties as long as there's continued player engagement. He highlighted the dual existence of NBA 2K Online and NBA 2K Online 2 as an example of this commitment. The implication is that a future GTA Online 2 wouldn't necessarily replace the original; continued player engagement in the current GTA Online would likely lead to continued support from Rockstar.

While much remains unknown about GTA 6 beyond its Fall 2025 release window and a single trailer, Rockstar will need to provide further details soon. The possibility of GTA 6 launching after Borderlands 4's September release adds to the anticipation. Zelnick's comments offer a degree of reassurance, suggesting that the existing GTA Online might not be abandoned, but the ultimate decision rests on the continued engagement of its player community.