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Grand Theft Auto 6: Human Creativity Drives Development, Not AI

2/8/2026

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Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick says Grand Theft Auto 6 will not use generative AI for its world, characters, or storylines.
The game is being developed around human creativity, with developers crafting every detail.
AI tools will aid internal processes to improve efficiency.
They will not replace human artists.
GTA 6 is set for release on November 19, 2026, exclusively for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

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Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick says Grand Theft Auto 6 will not use generative AI for its world, characters, or storylines.
The game is being developed around human creativity, with developers crafting every detail.
AI tools will aid internal processes to improve efficiency.
They will not replace human artists.
GTA 6 is set for release on November 19, 2026, exclusively for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.