Summary
- Both GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 continue to sell incredibly well years after release.
- Grand Theft Auto 5 was ranked as the third highest-selling title for the PS5 in both the US/Canada and Europe in December 2024.
- Red Dead Redemption 2 was the highest-selling PS4 game in the United States and came in second in the EU during the same month.
Rockstar Games' titles, Grand Theft Auto 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2, are still dominating sales charts years after their initial release. Known for crafting some of the most celebrated open-world experiences, Rockstar's latest entries in the Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption series are testament to the studio's commitment to quality and its ability to captivate gamers worldwide.
Grand Theft Auto 5, launched in 2013, immerses players in the bustling, crime-filled world of Los Santos, following three protagonists on their criminal escapades. The game's initial success was just the beginning; subsequent re-releases on various platforms and the addition of a highly popular online multiplayer mode have cemented GTA 5's status as one of the best-selling pieces of entertainment ever. On the other hand, Red Dead Redemption 2, released in 2018, lets players step into the boots of outlaw Arthur Morgan, navigating the rugged landscapes of the Old West. This title, too, has been met with critical acclaim and commercial success.
Despite being nearly 12 years old for GTA 5 and almost 7 years for Red Dead Redemption 2, both games continue to thrive. According to PlayStation's December 2024 download charts, Grand Theft Auto 5 secured the third spot for the PS5 in both the US/Canada and Europe, and ranked fifth for the PS4 in those regions. Meanwhile, Red Dead Redemption 2 topped the PS4 sales in the United States and came in second in the EU, only surpassed by EA Sports FC 25.
GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 Are Still Topping PlayStation Sales Charts
The European 2024 GSD figures, as reported by VGC, indicate that Grand Theft Auto 5 climbed to the fourth highest-selling title of the year, improving from its fifth position in 2023. Similarly, Red Dead Redemption 2 moved up to seventh place from eighth the previous year. Take-Two, Rockstar's parent company, recently announced that Grand Theft Auto 5 has surpassed 205 million units sold, while Red Dead Redemption 2 has exceeded 67 million copies sold.
The enduring popularity of these titles showcases the remarkable longevity of Rockstar's games. As fans eagerly anticipate the future, the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to launch later this year, and rumors suggest that Red Dead Redemption 2 might be ported to the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 console.
