John Cena surprised fans at WWE Elimination Chamber with a heel turn, marking his first time as a WWE 'bad guy' in over 20 years. Adding to the surprise, Cena joined the popular GTA 6 meme trend by sharing an image of the game on social media, acknowledging the 12-year wait for its release.
For those unfamiliar, the meme highlights unexpected events that have occurred before the long-awaited GTA 6 launch. Cena's heel turn, a significant shift for the beloved superstar known for his good guy persona and record-breaking work with Make-A-Wish, is one such event.
John Cena's transformation into a WWE villain after 20 years. Photo by Rich Freeda/WWE via Getty Images.
Cena, with his 21 million Instagram followers, posted a GTA 6 image with its 2025 release window, playfully engaging with the meme. This move sparked some speculation among fans, with some wondering if it hinted at a role for Cena in the game. However, it appears to be just a fun nod to the ongoing meme.
While Cena's post was clearly meant in jest, it hasn't stopped fans from theorizing about potential connections to GTA 6. Given the intense speculation around the game's release date and trailers, such reactions are to be expected.John Cena's heel turn has indeed come before GTA 6, but fans won't have to wait much longer, as Take-Two has confirmed a fall 2025 launch window for the game.
In related news, a former Rockstar developer in December 2023 discussed the decision to release GTA 6 on consoles before PC, urging PC gamers to remain patient and trust the studio's strategy.
AnswerSee ResultsFor more on GTA 6, including insights from Take-Two's Strauss Zelnick on the future of GTA Online post-GTA 6, keep an eye on our coverage.
