Strauss Zelnick's timeline indicates that, if Grand Theft Auto 6 hadn't been delayed twice, it would have come out in May 2025.
Instead of sending out review copies, Rockstar will allegedly fly journalists out for a review event instead to ensure maximum security.
Sources were reportedly afraid of discussing how many workers were affected by the layoffs due to fears of underestimate the extent.
It seems the wait may finally be over, as multiple Affiliate accounts reported receiving an email about pre-orders starting soon.
The GTA 6 developer has been coming under investigation by UK's ministers and the IWGB for its alleged union busting activities.
A fresh glimpse at what Rockstar’s upcoming open-world giant is set to offer is definitely around the corner, but the reasons why aren’t what you’d expect.
With Take-Two's CEO terrified because "expectations are so high," one has to wonder if players will even be satisfied with perfection.
"Development costs have gone up and up. And we really do aim to deliver the highest quality entertainment on Earth," says Strauss Zelnick.
The looter shooter still has a bit of a journey ahead of it, but Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick still believes that a Switch 2 port is doable.
Strauss Zelnick certainly hasn't minced any words about it, but things might be looking up for the highly anticipated sequel.
It's sure to be disappointing news, but Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick is willing to make another go "if the opportunity presents itself."
Strauss Zelnick won't reveal the open-world title's budget but it could end up being one of the most expensive games ever made.
In a statement, BoA's Omar Dessouky said that Grand Theft Auto 6 having a higher price tag would encourage other companies to follow suit.
"If your core consumer isn't there, if they're not served first and best, you kind of don't hit your other consumers," said Strauss Zelnick.
The studio is looking for a senior gameplay programmer who can work with a small team on "classic game technology areas."
“And I think the minute you stop running scared, you better get a different job if you’re in the entertainment business," he said.
"We need to be true to the underlying intellectual property, and we need to be true to our consumers,” says Strauss Zelnick.
"How you feel about something you buy is the intersection of the thing itself and what you pay for," said Take-Two's Strauss Zelnick.
A report indicates that the PS5 release will include the whole game and its expansion in a disc, while Switch 2 will get a code-in-a-box.
Standing up to bullies is always a great way to earn some goodwill, but Take-Two has lucked out in the recent situation with Rockstar.