John Cena recently set the internet ablaze after posting the official cover art for "Grand Theft Auto VI" on his Instagram account. The post, which featured no accompanying text, immediately sparked widespread curiosity among fans and led to rampant speculation: could Cena be hinting at a voice role in the highly anticipated game, slated for a Fall 2025 release?
To understand the context, one might need to look to the world of professional wrestling. John Cena has long been known as a quintessential "face" (good guy) in WWE, beloved by fans for his "never give up" attitude, active participation in charity work, and his world-record-setting efforts with the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
However, at the 2025 Elimination Chamber event, Cena underwent a significant character shift, transforming into a "heel" (villain). This turn was described by many fans as an "almost impossible storyline development," leading some online to jokingly remark, "We waited for Cena to turn bad, but 'GTA 6' still hasn't arrived!"
It's possible that the rise of this "waiting for XXX, but 'GTA 6' still hasn't arrived" meme prompted John Cena to quickly post the official "GTA 6" image on Instagram, complete with the game's release window. Of course, Rockstar Games has not officially confirmed whether John Cena will be providing voice work or playing a character in "GTA 6." Therefore, his recent post might simply be a humorous nod to the popular meme.
via： IGN