Grand Theft Auto Franchise Surpasses $10.58 Billion as GTA VI Looms

Record-breaking earnings underline GTA’s dominance and set the stage for a blockbuster 2026 launch

Take‑Two’s fiscal 2026 earnings reveal the Grand Theft Auto series generated $825 million in the year—up 14 % from FY 2025—and has now amassed $10.58 billion in total revenue since GTA V’s release. With GTA VI locked for November 19, 2026, the franchise’s trajectory signals a seismic impact on Take‑Two’s future performance.

Fiscal 2026: A Year of Growth and Momentum

Take‑Two’s latest fiscal year (ending March 31, 2026) delivered exceptional performance, with net bookings climbing 19 % to $6.72 billion and GAAP net revenue rising 18 % to $6.66 billion—remarkable achievements driven by flagship franchises including Grand Theft Auto, NBA 2K, Red Dead Redemption, and Borderlands . GTA’s contribution was substantial: the franchise generated $825 million in FY 2026, up 14 % from the $709 million reported in FY 2025 .

The Franchise’s Financial Milestone

Since the release of GTA V in 2013, the Grand Theft Auto franchise has now surpassed $10.58 billion in total revenue—a landmark achievement confirmed by Take‑Two’s earnings report published May 23, 2026 . This new figure eclipses the $10 billion threshold previously reported in mid‑2025, underscoring sustained consumer engagement via game sales, GTA Online microtransactions, GTA+ subscriptions, and inclusion in services like PS Plus and Xbox Game Pass .