John Cena's GTA 6 Heel Turn: A Meme-Worthy Surprise

John Cena's surprise heel turn at WWE Elimination Chamber wasn't just a wrestling headline; it became a meme. The long-awaited release of GTA 6 has spawned a humorous trend highlighting events that occurred before its launch. Cena's heel turn—his first in two decades—perfectly exemplifies this, transforming the beloved wrestler into a villain before GTA 6 even arrived.

Fully embracing the meme, Cena posted a GTA 6 image to his 21 million Instagram followers, showcasing the game's 2025 release window. This wasn't a GTA 6 role reveal, but a playful nod to the online phenomenon. However, the post sparked speculation, adding fuel to the already intense fan theories surrounding GTA 6's release and details. Given the fervent efforts by some fans to decipher release dates and uncover clues, this speculation is perhaps unsurprising.

So, John Cena's villainous return predates GTA 6, but the game's release is on the horizon, with parent company Take-Two confirming a Fall 2025 launch window.

In December 2023, a former Rockstar developer attempted to explain the staggered PC release of GTA 6, following its PS5 and Xbox Series X/S launch, urging PC gamers to show the studio patience.

Further information on GTA 6, including Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick's response to concerns about GTA Online's future after GTA 6's release, is available.