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 been on the market for years, yet they continue to dominate sales charts, showcasing the enduring appeal of these acclaimed open-world titles. Rockstar's reputation for crafting immersive and high-quality gaming experiences is vividly demonstrated through these two franchises, which are celebrated by gamers worldwide.
Released in 2013, Grand Theft Auto 5 immerses players in the lives of three aspiring criminals navigating the sprawling, chaotic city of Los Santos. Its initial blockbuster success was further amplified by multiple platform re-releases and the addition of a hugely popular online multiplayer mode, cementing its status as one of the best-selling pieces of entertainment media ever. On the other hand, Red Dead Redemption 2, launched in 2018, lets players experience the rugged beauty of the Old West through the eyes of outlaw Arthur Morgan, achieving both critical acclaim and commercial success.
Despite being nearly 12 years old for GTA 5 and almost seven years for Red Dead Redemption 2, both games are still performing exceptionally well. According to PlayStation's December 2024 download chart, Grand Theft Auto 5 secured the third spot among the highest-selling titles for the PS5 in both the US/Canada and Europe, and fifth for the PS4 in the same regions. Meanwhile, Red Dead Redemption 2 topped the PS4 sales in the United States and was the second best-selling game 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, reveal that Grand Theft Auto 5 climbed to the fourth highest-selling title of the past year, improving from its fifth position in 2023. Red Dead Redemption 2 also advanced, securing seventh place, up from eighth the previous year. Take-Two, Rockstar's parent company, recently announced that Grand Theft Auto 5 has surpassed 205 million sales, while Red Dead Redemption 2 has reached over 67 million copies sold.
The sustained success of these titles underscores the remarkable longevity of Rockstar's games. As fans eagerly anticipate the future, excitement builds around the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6 later this year, and rumors swirl about a potential port of Red Dead Redemption 2 to the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 console.
