The Future of GTA Online After GTA 6's Release: What We Know
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 game. With GTA 6 expected to introduce a new and potentially improved GTA Online experience (possibly even a "GTA Online 2"), concerns are rising about the future of the current iteration and the investment players have already made.
GTA Online's remarkable longevity and profitability have been key factors in Rockstar's decision to prioritize live service updates over story DLC for GTA 5. However, the prospect of a new GTA Online raises questions about whether the current version will be abandoned, leaving players' time and money invested in it obsolete.
Should players continue investing in GTA Online now, given the potential launch of a new version in just a few months? Take-Two 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, saw the release of NBA 2K Online 2 in 2017. Importantly, both versions were maintained concurrently, allowing players to continue engaging with their preferred version without fear of their investment becoming worthless.
Zelnick stated, while not explicitly discussing GTA Online's future, that Take-Two generally supports its properties as long as a significant player base remains engaged. The successful co-existence of NBA 2K Online and NBA 2K Online 2 serves as a precedent. He emphasized Take-Two's "willingness to support legacy titles when a community wants to be engaged with them."
This suggests, although not confirming, that a potential GTA Online 2 wouldn't necessarily replace the original. Continued player engagement in the current GTA Online, Zelnick implied, would likely lead to continued support from Rockstar.
While much about GTA 6 remains unknown, with only a trailer and release window currently available, Rockstar is expected to reveal more information soon, especially considering the Fall 2025 release date. The possibility of a new GTA Online alongside the original remains a key question for fans.
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