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' Grand Theft Auto 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 have proven to be enduring successes in the gaming world, continuing to top sales charts years after their initial releases. These titles are shining examples of Rockstar's prowess in crafting immersive open-world experiences that captivate gamers worldwide.
Released in 2013, Grand Theft Auto 5 immerses players in the lives of three protagonists navigating the sprawling, chaotic city of Los Santos. Its blockbuster launch was just the beginning; subsequent re-releases across various platforms and the addition of a highly popular online multiplayer mode have cemented GTA 5 as one of the best-selling pieces of entertainment media ever. On the other hand, Red Dead Redemption 2, launched in 2018, invites players to step into the boots of outlaw Arthur Morgan and explore the vast, untamed landscapes of the Old West. This game, too, has garnered immense acclaim and commercial success.
Despite being nearly 12 years old for GTA 5 and almost seven years for Red Dead Redemption 2, both titles continue to perform exceptionally well. According to PlayStation's December 2024 download charts, GTA 5 secured the third spot among the highest-selling titles for the PS5 in both the US/Canada and Europe, and also ranked fifth for the PS4 in these regions. Meanwhile, Red Dead Redemption 2 topped the charts as the best-selling PS4 game in the United States and secured second place 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, highlight the continued dominance of these titles. GTA 5 climbed to the fourth highest-selling title of the year, up from fifth place in 2023, while Red Dead Redemption 2 moved up to seventh place from eighth the previous year. Take-Two, Rockstar's parent company, recently announced that GTA 5 has surpassed 205 million sales, and Red Dead Redemption 2 has reached over 67 million copies sold.
The sustained success of these older titles underscores the lasting appeal of Rockstar's games. As fans eagerly anticipate the future, excitement builds around the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6 later this year, while rumors swirl about a potential port of Red Dead Redemption 2 to the Nintendo Switch 2 console.
