GTA 6 S-Tier Potential: Ranking All Rockstar Games

If you've been following the gaming world, you know that a new GTA 6 trailer has dropped, and while it’s packed with secrets and details, we’ll have to patiently wait until May 26, 2026, to dive into Lucia and Jason’s story. Until then, let’s reminisce about the incredible Rockstar games we’ve already experienced and see how they stack up in terms of pure fun.

Since its inception in 1998, Rockstar has released over 30 games, giving birth to iconic franchises like Grand Theft Auto, Red Dead Redemption, and Manhunt. However, this list only includes Rockstar-developed titles, excluding published games like LA Noire or Max Payne 2. To create my tier list, I’ve drawn inspiration from IGN’s format, basing it solely on my personal enjoyment of each title over the years. For reference, here’s my breakdown:

At the top of the list sits Red Dead Redemption 2, undoubtedly my favorite game ever, earning it an easy S-tier placement. Its predecessor and GTA 5 join it in this elite group, both trailblazers in the cinematic open-world genre. Max Payne 3 and its stylish bullet-time action also land in the S-tier for me, as does GTA San Andreas, a game I played at an age that’s probably too young to admit publicly. At the opposite end of the spectrum, titles like Austin Powers: Oh, Behave! and Welcome to My Underground Lair! find themselves firmly in the underappreciated D-tier.

Disagree with my rankings? Think Vice City deserves a higher spot than GTA 4? Feel free to craft your own tier list and compare it with the IGN community. Dive into the tier list tool below to reorder Rockstar’s library based on your preferences.

Every Rockstar Game Tier List

With just two trailers unveiled so far, where do you think GTA 6 will ultimately land when the dust settles? Share your thoughts and rankings in the comments section below, along with your reasoning for the order you’ve chosen.