Exciting claims have been made that the giant of the gaming world, Rockstar Games, will re-release its legendary productions Grand Theft Auto IV (GTA IV) and Max Payne 3 for the next-generation consoles. According to information conveyed by reliable sources Tez2, the studio may have been working on an updated version of GTA IV for a long time. The same source suggests that Max Payne 3 may also join this wave of re-releases, considering Rockstar's past strategies. These rumors have created great curiosity and anticipation among fans of both games.
GTA IV and Max Payne 3 Reborn in Next-Gen?
Tez2, known for his closeness to Rockstar Games and generally known for his accurate leaks, hit the gaming world's agenda like a bomb with his posts on social media. According to Tez2, an official within the studio had previously hinted that GTA IV was being reworked for next-generation consoles such as PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. It is claimed that this port project has been in development for about a year and could meet with players before the end of 2025. Another important development supporting these claims is the recent removal of the popular mod called "Liberty City Preservation Project", which was developed for GTA V and brought GTA IV's iconic city Liberty City to the game. This situation is interpreted as Rockstar preparing the ground for its own official GTA IV port.
However, the exciting rumors are not limited to GTA IV. According to Tez2, considering Rockstar’s past re-release plans, a possible scenario is that the beloved shooter Max Payne 3 will also be re-released for modern consoles. Considering that the remake projects for Max Payne 1 and 2, which are being developed by Remedy Entertainment, are ongoing, it is rumored that Rockstar could offer all three games as a single “Definitive Edition” collection. Such a move would both appeal to old players who are nostalgic and provide a great opportunity to introduce the series to a new generation of players.
Did GTA VI Delay Create a Re-Release Opportunity?
In fact, there have been various re-release rumors for GTA IV before, but these rumors were never made official. However, the fact that this time the claims come from a more reliable source and that Rockstar's highly anticipated new game GTA VI was recently delayed to 2026 increases the belief in these rumors. The delay of GTA VI may have created a gap for Take-Two Interactive and Rockstar Games in late 2025 and early 2026. It can be seen as a logical strategy for the company to evaluate this period and offer a quality GTA IV port that will keep players interested.
Careful Study Expected from Rockstar
Of course, it should not be forgotten that these developments have not yet been based on an official announcement. However, considering the technical problems experienced in Rockstar's previously released Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definitive Edition, a possible port of GTA IV and Max Payne 3 is expected to be prepared much more carefully and meticulously. Players hope that these classic productions will provide a smooth and enjoyable experience on the new generation consoles. All eyes are now on a possible official statement from Rockstar Games on this subject. Whether or not the company will make an announcement soon is among the most important topics on the gaming world's agenda.
