GTA 6 CEO Confident About High Ratings as Release Approaches

Exciting times are ahead for fans of the Grand Theft Auto series, as GTA 6 is set to hit the shelves in less than six months! While it may be too early to predict if it will achieve the same legendary acclaim as its predecessor, GTA 5, released back in 2013, Strauss Zelnick, the CEO of Rockstar’s parent company Take-Two Interactive, is feeling optimistic about the sequel’s reception.

Zelnick recently shared his thoughts during an interview, emphasizing that Rockstar has a stellar track record when it comes to game ratings. “Rockstar’s scores generally hover around the mid-90s, and sometimes even hit the high 90s,” he stated, highlighting how rare that is in the gaming world. “That’s a testament to Rockstar’s unwavering commitment to quality.”

However, Zelnick also acknowledged that while reviews are still crucial for games like GTA 6, the gaming media landscape has shifted dramatically since the release of GTA 5. Dan Dawkins, the content director at Future, pointed out the challenges of navigating today’s noisy media environment. “Back then, it was simpler to select the journalists who would review the game,” he noted. “Now, with social media buzzing with opinions, there’s always someone ready to criticize.”

Despite these changing tides, Zelnick remains upbeat about GTA 6’s chances, even with the rising costs affecting consumers. He affirmed, “If you deliver what the audience craves in the entertainment sector, they will show up.” He also hinted that GTA 6 will be priced reasonably, though he hasn’t revealed any specifics yet.

Originally, GTA 6 was supposed to launch earlier this week, but following a delay, it’s now scheduled to arrive on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 on November 19. Rockstar recently reaffirmed this date, putting to rest rumors of further postponements. Fans are undoubtedly eager to see what this next installment has in store!