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

John Cena's surprise heel turn at WWE Elimination Chamber wasn't just a wrestling event; it became a meme. The long-awaited release of GTA 6 has created a running joke highlighting things that happened before its arrival. Cena's heel turn—his first in two decades—perfectly fits this meme, transforming the beloved wrestler into a villain before GTA 6's release.

Fully embracing the humor, Cena posted a GTA 6 image to his 21 million Instagram followers, showcasing the game's 2025 release window. This wasn't a leak of his involvement in the game, but rather a playful nod to the meme.

While clearly a meme participant, some speculate Cena's post holds cryptic meaning about GTA 6 itself. Given the intense fan speculation surrounding the game's release and marketing, this isn't entirely surprising.

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

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 be patient.

For more on GTA 6, including Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick's comments on GTA Online's future after GTA 6's release, check out [ttpp].