Key takeaways
- Q2 net bookings fell 18% to $1.60 billion from $1.96 billion a year earlier (Take-Two)
- GAAP net revenue was $1.50 billion with a net loss of $54.0 million, or $0.29 per share (Take-Two)
- Full-year net bookings guidance of $8.0 to $8.2 billion was reiterated (Take-Two)
- Q3 guidance calls for $3.35 to $3.50 billion in net bookings, the quarter GTA VI launches in (Take-Two)
- Strauss Zelnick said GTA VI pre-orders keep reaching unprecedented levels (Take-Two)
Take-Two Interactive reported results for its fiscal second quarter on November 9, 2026. Net bookings fell 18% to $1.60 billion, but the company reiterated its full-year net bookings outlook of $8.0 to $8.2 billion, which rests on Grand Theft Auto VI launching November 19.
What were the numbers?
| Metric (quarter ended Sept. 30, 2026) | Result | Year earlier |
|---|---|---|
| Net bookings | $1.60 billion | $1.96 billion |
| GAAP net revenue | $1.50 billion | $1.77 billion |
| GAAP net loss | $54.0 million ($0.29 per share) | $133.9 million ($0.73 per share) |
| Recurrent consumer spending | Down 9%, 81% of net bookings | n/a |
The largest contributors in the quarter included Grand Theft Auto, Toon Blast, Match Factory!, Empires & Puzzles, Borderlands, NBA 2K and Red Dead Redemption. NBA 2K27 launched September 4 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2 and PC.
What did Take-Two say about GTA 6?
CEO Strauss Zelnick said the launch of GTA VI was ten days away, with pre-orders "continuing to reach unprecedented levels," and said the company expects "an historic year." The release again lists GTA VI for November 19, 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Take-Two did not give a pre-order or unit figure. A day later, Sony and Microsoft both said the game is the most pre-ordered title in their stores' history.
What is the outlook?
| Period | Net bookings | GAAP net revenue | Diluted EPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q3 (Oct. to Dec. 2026) | $3.35B to $3.50B | $3.27B to $3.42B | $1.30 to $1.44 |
| Fiscal 2027 (to March 31, 2027) | $8.0B to $8.2B | $7.98B to $8.18B | $0.57 to $0.75 |
The October to December quarter covers GTA VI's November 19 launch, and Take-Two's guidance for it is more than double the $1.60 billion it booked in the September quarter.Take-Two's pipeline list also names PGA Tour 2K27, WWE 2K27, Project ETHOS, the next BioShock and Judas, all without dates.
What does it mean for players?
Nothing in the report points to another delay. The November 19 date appears in the earnings release, and the guidance assumes the game ships in the December quarter. Players waiting on news of a PC version got none: the release lists only PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
FAQ
Did Take-Two confirm the GTA 6 release date in its earnings?
Yes. The November 9 earnings release lists Grand Theft Auto VI for November 19, 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
How many GTA 6 pre-orders has Take-Two reported?
None. Strauss Zelnick said pre-orders are reaching unprecedented levels but gave no number.
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