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 has produced some of the most acclaimed open-world games of all time, with the Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption franchises standing out as shining examples of the studio's commitment to quality. Both GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 have been on the market for years, yet they continue to dominate sales charts, showcasing their enduring appeal to gamers worldwide.
Grand Theft Auto 5, released in 2013, immerses players in the bustling, chaotic city of Los Santos as three aspiring criminals. Its blockbuster launch was just the beginning; multiple re-releases across various platforms and the addition of a hugely popular online multiplayer component 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, lets players experience the untamed Old West through the eyes of outlaw Arthur Morgan. This title also garnered widespread acclaim and commercial success.
Even nearly 12 years after GTA 5's debut and almost seven years since Red Dead Redemption 2's release, both games continue to perform exceptionally well. According to PlayStation's monthly download chart for December 2024, GTA 5 secured the third spot for the PS5 in both the US/Canada and Europe, and ranked fifth for the PS4 in these regions. Meanwhile, Red Dead Redemption 2 topped the PS4 sales in the United States and came in second in the EU, only behind 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 was the fourth highest-selling title of the past year, an improvement from its fifth place in 2023. Red Dead Redemption 2 also climbed the ranks, moving from eighth to seventh place. Additionally, Take-Two, Rockstar's parent company, recently announced that GTA 5 has surpassed 205 million sales, while Red Dead Redemption 2 has sold over 67 million copies.
The sustained success of these older titles underscores the remarkable staying power of Rockstar's games. As fans eagerly await the future of these franchises, anticipation builds for the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6 later this year. Meanwhile, rumors circulate about a possible port of Red Dead Redemption 2 to the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 console, further fueling excitement among the gaming community.
