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Red Dead Online Has Been “Immensely Successful And Long-Lasting”, per Take-Two’s CEO
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that Red Dead Online has been "immensely successful and long-lasting," denying it was a missed opportunity despite development focus shifting to Grand Theft Auto 6. He highlighted Red Dead Redemption 2's continued sales success, attributing it to the franchise's spectacular entertainment value and visual quality.
Take-Two Boss Knows You’re Paying More For Gas, Groceries–Says You’ll Buy GTA 6 Anyway
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick acknowledges current economic challenges but believes Grand Theft Auto 6 will be compelling enough for consumers to purchase despite rising costs of living. He also noted that game prices have not kept pace with inflation over the past 30 years, contributing to trends like microtransactions. Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to launch on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Red Dead Online wasn't a "missed opportunity," Take-Two CEO insists, and has been "immensely successful and long-lasting" despite fans feeling like it lives in GTA Online's shadow
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick defended Red Dead Online, stating it has been "immensely successful and long-lasting" and not a missed opportunity, despite its less extensive content updates compared to Grand Theft Auto Online. He highlighted the success of the Red Dead franchise overall, with Red Dead Redemption 2 being one of the best-selling games of all time.
Take-Two boss refutes Red Dead Online "missed opportunity" allegations, as RDR2 passes a huge sales milestone
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that Red Dead Redemption 2's success, with over 85 million units sold, does not indicate a missed opportunity for its online component, Red Dead Online. Despite Red Dead Online receiving minimal updates since 2021 to focus on Grand Theft Auto 6 and Grand Theft Auto Online, Zelnick considers it immensely successful and long-lasting. Recent financial reports indicate Grand Theft Auto Online generates significantly more revenue weekly than Red Dead Online.
Fans mourn what would have been GTA 6's launch today — 'My girl surprised me with $100 today and thought…
Fans are reflecting on the original release date of May 26, 2026 for Grand Theft Auto 6, which was later delayed to November 19, 2026. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick indicated the game was initially planned for an earlier 2025 launch, suggesting it is now about 18 months behind that original schedule. Despite the delay, marketing for the highly anticipated title is expected to ramp up soon.
No, says Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick, of course Red Dead Online isn't a missed opportunity, the game sold 85…
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that Red Dead Redemption selling 85 million units does not indicate a missed opportunity, and that Red Dead Online has been immensely successful. He also commented that even without Grand Theft Auto Online, Red Dead would still be considered a massive franchise. The article also touches on the perception of Red Dead Online being underserved compared to Grand Theft Auto Online.
GTA 6 Was Supposed To Release Today
Grand Theft Auto 6, originally slated for a May 26, 2026 release, has been delayed by Rockstar Games to November 19, 2026. This follows an earlier delay from Fall 2025. Take-Two boss Strauss Zelnick indicated the current date is about 18 months behind the original plan. The game is confirmed for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with a PC version not yet announced.
GTA 6 was meant to release today, and amid everyone mourning what could have been one superfan decides to queue up at…
Fans are mourning the original May 26, 2026 release date for Grand Theft Auto 6, which was delayed twice by Rockstar Games. The game is now slated for November 19, 2026. Despite the delays, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has stated that delays are never regretted in retrospect, and the extra time allows for necessary polish.
Take-Two CEO Pushes Back Against Suggestion Red Dead Online Was a Missed Opportunity
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that Red Dead Online has been immensely successful and long-lasting, pushing back against the idea that it was a missed opportunity. He emphasized its continued success and longevity within the live service gaming landscape.
Take-Two CEO balances AI optimism against industry layoffs and lies, GTA6 holds to November release
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick expressed optimism about AI in game development, emphasizing it as a tool to enable human creativity rather than a replacement. He also criticized companies that attributed recent layoffs to AI, stating they were instead due to overhiring during the pandemic. The article confirms Grand Theft Auto VI is still on track for its November 19th release.
Red Dead Redemption 2 beats Wii Sports to become third best-selling game ever
Red Dead Redemption 2 has become the third best-selling video game of all time, surpassing Wii Sports and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe with over 85 million units sold. This surge in sales occurred during Take-Two Interactive's latest fiscal year, driven by strong performance and potential upcoming current-gen updates for the title. CEO Strauss Zelnick highlighted the resilience of Rockstar's titles like Red Dead Redemption 2 and Grand Theft Auto Online.
Take-Two has 6 remakes and remasters planned for next few years
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick revealed that the company has six remakes and remasters in development, potentially from studios like Rockstar Games and Gearbox Software. Rumors suggest remakes of the first two Max Payne games, a remake of Mafia, and a Nintendo Switch port of Red Dead Redemption 2 are among the planned projects.
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Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick expressed continued belief in the potential of their online shooter, Project Ethos, to become a "massive hit." This statement comes despite previous high-profile failures in the genre.
Take-Two Boss Believes in the Pull of GTA 6 Even Amid Rising Cost of Console Gaming
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick acknowledges the economic challenges of rising console gaming costs but believes fans will still be drawn to Grand Theft Auto 6. He expressed confidence in the game's appeal despite the current financial climate.
Take-Two expects to earn $8B in FY27 thanks to Grand Theft Auto VI
Take-Two Interactive anticipates earning between $8 billion and $8.2 billion in fiscal year 2027, largely driven by the November 2026 launch of Grand Theft Auto VI. The company reported record net bookings of $6.72 billion for fiscal year 2026, exceeding initial guidance, with strong performances from Grand Theft Auto V, Red Dead Redemption 2, and mobile titles.
GTA 6 pre-orders look set for summer, as Take-Two CEO teases that's when "Rockstar expects to start…
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that Rockstar Games expects to begin marketing Grand Theft Auto 6 this summer, indicating that pre-orders will likely start around June 21st. He also dismissed recent rumors about pre-orders opening earlier, confirming the game remains on track for its November 19th release date with no delays anticipated.
GTA 6 is locked in for November 19, 2026, according to Take-Two Interactive, despite delay rumors — and marketing…
Take-Two Interactive has confirmed Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch on November 19, 2026, reaffirming the date despite ongoing rumors of delays. CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that marketing for the highly anticipated game will commence in the summer, likely in late June.
Zelnick: Take-Two still believes its online shooter Project Ethos can be a "massive hit" despite high-profile failures
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that the company still believes its online shooter Project Ethos can be a major success, despite recent changes to its development following a mixed response to its open beta. He also highlighted the "astonishing" sales performance of Red Dead Redemption, which has now sold 85 million units worldwide.
NBA 2K, Zynga and GTA drove Take-Two net bookings up 19% for 2026 fiscal year
Take-Two Interactive reported a 19% increase in net revenue and net bookings for its 2026 fiscal year, driven by titles like NBA 2K and Grand Theft Auto. The company forecasts significant growth in fiscal year 2027, largely attributed to the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6. Mobile gaming continues to be a substantial part of Take-Two's business, accounting for approximately 50% of its net revenue.
Take-Two: Ingen ny GTA VI-försening – marknadsföringen drar igång i sommar
Take-Two Interactive has confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI is still on track for its November 19 release date and will not be delayed. The company's CEO, Strauss Zelnick, stated that marketing for the highly anticipated game will begin in earnest this summer, likely starting in late June. This announcement comes during Take-Two's quarterly earnings call, where they also projected significant revenue increases for the fiscal year.