John Cena Turns Heel Before GTA 6, Joins Meme Craze

John Cena's surprising heel turn at WWE Elimination Chamber sent shockwaves through the wrestling world, marking his first shift to a 'bad guy' persona in over 20 years. This unexpected change in the beloved WWE superstar, Make-A-Wish world record holder, and actor's character perfectly aligns with a popular meme born from the long wait for Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6). The meme humorously points out the surprising things fans have experienced before the release of the much-anticipated game from Rockstar.

For the first time in over 20 years, John Cena is a WWE bad guy. Photo by Rich Freeda/WWE via Getty Images.

Embracing the meme, Cena playfully shared an image of GTA 6 on Instagram, highlighting its 2025 release window to his 21 million followers. This move was not a hint at his involvement in the game but rather a fun nod to the ongoing meme. His post sparked speculation among some fans, who wondered if it could be a cryptic hint about GTA 6 itself, showcasing the lengths to which enthusiasts will go to decipher any news about the game's release or the eagerly awaited Trailer 2.

John Cena's transition to a WWE villain occurred before the release of GTA 6, which is slated for a fall 2025 launch as confirmed by Take-Two, the parent company of Rockstar. The anticipation for GTA 6 continues to build, with discussions around its release strategy, including a former Rockstar developer's call for PC gamers to be patient with the game's planned staggered release, starting on PS5 and Xbox Series X and S before coming to PC.

For more insights on GTA 6, including reactions from Take-Two's leadership on the future of GTA Online post-GTA 6 launch, stay tuned to our updates.