We Got a John Cena Heel Turn Before GTA 6 — and He’s in on the Meme

John Cena's Heel Turn Precedes GTA 6 Release, Fueling Meme Speculation

Following his surprising heel turn at WWE Elimination Chamber, John Cena playfully acknowledged the long-awaited GTA 6 release by posting a GTA 6 image on social media. This taps into the prevalent meme highlighting events happening before the game's release, a testament to the game's protracted development.

Cena's heel turn – his first in two decades – represents a significant narrative shift for the beloved wrestler and actor. This unexpected change occurred before the anticipated GTA 6 launch, making it prime meme fodder.

John Cena's surprising shift to a WWE villain after over 20 years as a hero. Photo by Rich Freeda/WWE via Getty Images.

Cena's Instagram post, featuring a GTA 6 image and its 2025 release date, is a lighthearted engagement with the meme, rather than a cryptic hint about the game itself. However, given the intense speculation surrounding GTA 6's release and marketing, some fans are interpreting it as a subtle clue.

While Cena's villainous return beat GTA 6 to the punch, the game's release is imminent, with Take-Two Interactive confirming a Fall 2025 launch window.

In December 2023, a former Rockstar developer addressed the delayed PC release of GTA 6, urging patience from PC gamers regarding the studio's launch strategy.

When Will GTA 6 Hit PC?

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