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Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick Becomes Playable Character in Surprise 'WWE 2K26' Update

Strauss Zelnick becomes a playable wrestler in "WWE 2K26," sparking debate over CEO cameos, game updates, and industry culture in gaming.

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8 years after Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick went shirtless with his 8% body fat physique, he's now a playable wrestler in WWE 2K26

We really got Zelnick as a playable WWE superstar wrestler before GTA 6

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GTA 6 rumor report — your weekly guide to the latest Grand Theft Auto updates

There's a tidal wave of GTA 6 rumors online right now, and I'm cutting through the noise to bring you the latest updates you need to know.

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Civilization 7 and Borderlands 4 had "missteps," Take-Two boss admits, but publisher 2K is still "crushing it across the board"

Strauss Zelnick thinks both games will be "very profitable lifetime titles"

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Take-Two CEO says 'former Rockstar employees' have tried to match GTA's success and 'haven't been able to'—and while he doesn't name names, that's gotta sting for a certain someone

MindsEye given the side-eye.

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"I don't know where GTA Online performance goes after the release of GTA 6," Take-Two boss says, but he doesn't expect it to decline

"I have no reason to believe that the performance will not continue"

GamesRadar

Take-Two CEO seems to take shot at MindsEye studio, says 'the folks at Rockstar seem to be able to make these massive hits' while former Rockstar employees 'haven’t been able to do it'

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has said Grand Theft Auto 6 reviews will be just as important as the scores for all the other Rockstar Games titles.

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GTA 6 finally releasing won't lead to a Rockstar staff exodus, Take-Two boss expects: "We have a lot of work to do after the launch"

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick says "we don't see that in our company"

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Red Dead Redemption 2 just had its best sales year since launch, but Take-Two CEO doesn't think GTA 6 hype is behind it

"I think that stands alone"

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Grand Theft Auto overtook its competition by ignoring annual releases, Take-Two CEO says: "Look at what happened to the properties that were higher up in the food chain"

"Creating some anticipation on the part of the consumer is a good thing"

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"Anyone run into Assassin's Creed?": GTA 6 maker Rockstar has faced many challengers over the years, Take-Two CEO says, but there's "zero evidence" AI will make them better

Strauss Zelnick knows "arrogance is the enemy of continued success," however

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Will Grand Theft Auto 6 Finally Show Gameplay in Trailer Three? Here's the Latest GTA 6 Update

Take‑Two boss Strauss Zelnick has confirmed that Rockstar will not begin marketing Grand Theft Auto 6 until summer officially starts on 21 June, pushing hopes for Trailer Three into late June at the earliest.

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Red Dead Online wasn't a "missed opportunity," Take-Two CEO insists, and has been "immensely successful and long-lasting" despite fans feeling like it lives in GTA Online's shadow

"If we didn't have Grand Theft Auto here at our company, then people would just talk about the fact that we have this massive franchise in Red Dead"

GamesRadar

Fans mourn what would have been GTA 6's launch today — 'My girl surprised me with $100 today and thought GTA 6 was coming out tomorrow'

Today is May 26, 2026, the original release date for Grand Theft Auto 6 and fans are mourning what could have been.

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No, says Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick, of course Red Dead Online isn't a missed opportunity, the game sold 85 million copies

"Red Dead Online has been immensely successful and long lasting."

PC Gamer

GTA 6 was meant to release today, and amid everyone mourning what could have been one superfan decides to queue up at GameStop anyway

GTA 6 during a heatwave after a bank holiday, we could've had it all.

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Take-Two confirms seven sequels, six remasters and remakes, and more will release by 2029

A lot is in the works.

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Take-Two CEO dodges disclosing GTA 6 cost, but says perfection isn’t cheap

It's "a lot," but that could mean anything.

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The Economic Times

GTA 6 delay rumors crushed as Take-Two confirms release date: When will pre-orders be available for fans and players

The concerns largely stem from the game’s lengthy development cycle and the gaming industry’s recent history of delayed AAA releases. However, during Take-Two Interactive’s latest earnings call on May 21, Strauss Zelnick strongly reaffirmed the company’s confidence in the planned launch timeline.

GamesRadar

GTA 6 pre-orders look set for summer, as Take-Two CEO teases that's when "Rockstar expects to start marketing" it

What's another couple of months?

The Economic Times

Grand Theft Auto VI release date finally out: Check key details here

Grand Theft Auto VI has a confirmed release date of November 19, 2026, as reaffirmed by Take-Two Interactive. This date follows previous postponements, with the company expecting the game to be a significant revenue driver. Rockstar's marketing campaign for GTA VI is anticipated to commence this summer.

TechRadar

GTA 6 is locked in for November 19, 2026, according to Take-Two Interactive, despite delay rumors — and marketing starts soon

GTA 6 has been the centerpiece of gamer discussions with hopes of imminent marketing amid delay worries, but answers have been given by Take-Two Interactive.

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Take-Two CEO Says 'Roblox' Generation Could Naturally Become Future 'GTA' Players

Take-Two CEO discusses whether "Roblox" players will transition to "GTA 6," as Gen Alpha gaming habits dictate the future of interactive entertainment.

International Business Times UK

GTA 6 Not Delayed, Strauss Zelnick Confirms November 19 Release — Rockstar's Marketing Push Begins This Summer

Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick re-confirms GTA 6 will launch on 19 November, dismissing delay rumours. Marketing begins this summer, with high anticipation for the long-awaited game.

GamesRadar

Take-Two CEO says it out loud: "The big tech companies who laid off thousands of people and said it was because of AI were not telling the truth"

"They overhired in the pandemic and they were sloppy about it"

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