Red Dead Redemption 2 and GTA 5 Are Still Selling Very Well

Summary

• Both GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 continue to sell incredibly well years after their 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 has a well-established reputation for delivering some of the most acclaimed open-world gaming experiences through their Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption series. The latest entries in these franchises, Grand Theft Auto 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2, are perfect examples of Rockstar's commitment to quality and innovation, as evidenced by their ongoing commercial success.

Launched in 2013, Grand Theft Auto 5 immerses players in the lives of three aspiring criminals navigating the sprawling, chaotic city of Los Santos. The game not only achieved blockbuster status upon release but has continued to break sales records thanks to multiple platform re-releases and the addition of the immensely popular online multiplayer mode. Fast forward to 2018, Red Dead Redemption 2 invites players to step into the boots of outlaw Arthur Morgan, exploring the untamed landscapes of the Old West. This title, too, has garnered widespread acclaim and impressive sales figures.

Despite being nearly 12 years since the debut of Grand Theft Auto 5 and almost seven years since Red Dead Redemption 2 hit the shelves, both games are still topping sales charts. According to PlayStation's December 2024 download charts, Grand Theft Auto 5 secured the third spot among the highest-selling titles for the PS5 in both the US/Canada and Europe. It also claimed the fifth position for the PS4 in these regions. Meanwhile, Red Dead Redemption 2 led the PS4 sales in the United States and ranked 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, reveal that Grand Theft Auto 5 climbed to the fourth highest-selling title of the year, improving from its fifth-place ranking in 2023. Red Dead Redemption 2 followed closely, securing the seventh spot, up from eighth the previous year. These figures underline the enduring appeal of Rockstar's titles. Take-Two, Rockstar's parent company, recently announced that Grand Theft Auto 5 has surpassed 205 million in sales, while Red Dead Redemption 2 has exceeded 67 million copies sold.

The sustained success of these veteran titles highlights the lasting impact of Rockstar's games. As fans eagerly anticipate the future, the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6 later this year is highly anticipated. Additionally, rumors are circulating about a potential port of Red Dead Redemption 2 to the forthcoming Nintendo Switch 2, further fueling excitement among the gaming community.