Take-Two's GTA VI and Growth Outlook

Take-Two Interactive, a giant in the local and global gaming industry, has raised its annual bookings forecast and officially confirmed that the much-anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA VI) is still scheduled for release on November 19, 2026. The company now expects revenues between $6.65 billion and $6.7 billion for the 2026 fiscal year. This is an increase from previous estimates, and following this announcement, Take-Two's stock price also showed growth. Analysts especially anticipate that the GTA VI release will generate billions in revenue. (Take-Two is the parent company of Rockstar Games).

GTA VI is being developed by Rockstar Games, and similar to previous titles like GTA V and GTA Online, it is expected to open long-term revenue streams through online updates, new content, and in-game purchases after launch. The GTA franchise is among the world's most successful video game series, and Take-Two is also experiencing renewed growth in the mobile gaming market. Mobile games like Match Factory! and Toon Blast, which had declined after the pandemic, are now regaining strong popularity. Company officials commented on the impact of AI technology on gaming, stating that although AI tools exist, they cannot completely replace game development. They emphasized that creating a game requires many areas such as storytelling, design, physics, animation, sound, and engine development.

Overall, with the release of GTA VI, the growth of premium console games, and mobile gaming combined, Take-Two has the potential to strengthen its position further in the gaming industry in 2026.