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Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick confirmed Rockstar Games' strategy of launching major titles on consoles first, with Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) scheduled for release on Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 on November 19th. The PC version will not launch simultaneously, following the pattern of previous Rockstar releases like Grand Theft Auto 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2. Zelnick also noted the significant growth of PC gaming sales for major titles.
Facts First
- GTA 6 is scheduled for release on Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 on November 19th.
- The PC version will not launch simultaneously, aligning with Rockstar's historical console-first strategy.
- PC gaming sales for major titles can now account for 45 to 50 percent of sales, according to Zelnick.
- All released GTA 6 trailer footage has been captured from PlayStation 5 consoles.
- Take-Two will 'find a way to support platforms' despite different levels of technology, referencing the Xbox Series S.
What Happened
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick stated in an interview that Rockstar Games prefers to release its games on consoles first. Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) is scheduled to launch on Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 (PS5) on November 19th, with no simultaneous PC release. Zelnick noted that while PC releases accounted for about five percent of sales in 2007, for a big title today, PC can account for 45 to 50 percent of sales. He responded to a question about a potential Sony marketing deal by reiterating Rockstar's historical console-first approach, and all released GTA 6 trailer footage has been captured from PS5 consoles.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a PC gamer, you may need to wait for a separate release of GTA 6, as Rockstar's pattern suggests a PC version could follow months or years after the console launch. For console owners, the November release date provides a clear timeline for one of the most anticipated games. The company's acknowledgment of the PC platform's significant sales share suggests a PC version is likely to be developed, though its release date remains uncertain.
What's Next
The console release of GTA 6 on November 19th is the next confirmed step. A PC release date has not been announced, but based on Rockstar's history with Grand Theft Auto 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2, a PC version may follow sometime after the console launch. The development team will also work to ensure the game runs on platforms with different technological capabilities, such as the Xbox Series S.