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

John Cena's unexpected heel turn at WWE Elimination Chamber was a shock to fans, marking his first villainous shift in 20 years. The WWE superstar, known for his heroic roles and record-breaking Make-A-Wish visits, embraced his new 'bad guy' persona with a twist of humor on social media. Cena posted an image of Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) on Instagram, cleverly tapping into the popular meme that highlights the lengthy 12-year wait for the game's release.

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

The meme humorously points out the surprising events that have occurred before GTA 6's release, and Cena's heel turn was a perfect example. By sharing the GTA 6 image alongside its anticipated 2025 release window with his 21 million followers, Cena was clearly having fun with the meme rather than hinting at any involvement in the game.

While some fans speculated that Cena's post might be a cryptic hint about GTA 6, it's more likely just a playful nod to the meme. The enthusiasm surrounding GTA 6 is high, with fans eagerly awaiting any news about the game, including the release of Trailer 2.

John Cena's transition to a bad guy happened before the release of GTA 6, but fans won't have to wait much longer. The game is slated for a fall 2025 launch, as confirmed by Take-Two Interactive.

In related news, a former Rockstar developer in December 2023 discussed the reasons behind GTA 6's planned release on PS5 and Xbox Series X and S before PC. The developer urged PC gamers to remain patient and give the studio the benefit of the doubt regarding its launch strategy.

For more updates on GTA 6, including insights from Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick on the future of GTA Online, stay tuned.