NEW YORK — The hype surrounding Rockstar Games’ Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) shows no signs of slowing down, with new reports suggesting the title is already the presumptive nominee for “Most Anticipated Game” at The Game Awards (TGA) cycles leading into 2025.
According to a report from Somos Hermanos, the open-world crime epic is being highlighted as a top contender for upcoming accolades, specifically looking toward The Game Awards 2025 season.
Unprecedented Hype
While official nominations for The Game Awards are typically announced by host Geoff Keighley in November of the respective year, the report underscores the unique position GTA 6 holds in the industry.
Having already won the “Most Anticipated Game” award at The Game Awards in 2023 (after the release of its first record-breaking trailer), the game remains the most discussed topic in the medium. With a confirmed release window set for Fall 2025, the title technically remains eligible for “Anticipated” status in the 2024 awards, and potentially 2025 depending on the final release date.
The Timeline
Rockstar Games’ parent company, Take-Two Interactive, recently narrowed the release window for GTA 6 to Fall 2025.
If the game releases late in the year (November or December 2025), it would likely miss the cutoff for “Game of the Year” 2025, pushing it into the 2026 cycle. However, until the game is physically on store shelves, it dominates the “Most Anticipated” conversation.
Market Impact
The report notes that the nomination buzz is not just about fan excitement, but financial expectations. The industry is looking to GTA 6 to revitalize hardware sales for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Fans are currently awaiting “Trailer 2,” which many speculate will drop later this year, further cementing the game’s status as the frontrunner for any pre-release awards.
