Red Dead Redemption 2, GTA 5 Continue Strong Sales

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' titles, Grand Theft Auto 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2, have been on the market for years, yet they continue to captivate and sell remarkably well. These games are prime examples of Rockstar's knack for creating some of the most celebrated open-world experiences. The studio's commitment to quality and immersive gameplay has solidified its reputation among gamers worldwide.

Grand Theft Auto 5, launched in 2013, immerses players in the lives of three aspiring criminals navigating the bustling, 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 entertainment products ever. On the other hand, Red Dead Redemption 2, released in 2018, lets players experience the rugged beauty of the Old West through the eyes of outlaw Arthur Morgan, earning 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 titles continue to dominate sales charts. According to PlayStation's December 2024 download chart, GTA 5 secured the third spot 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, show that Grand Theft Auto 5 climbed to the fourth highest-selling title of the year, up from fifth place in 2023. Red Dead Redemption 2 also improved its ranking, moving from eighth to seventh place. Take-Two, Rockstar's parent company, recently announced that GTA 5 has surpassed 205 million sales, while Red Dead Redemption 2 has reached over 67 million copies sold.

The enduring popularity of these 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, and rumors swirl about a potential port of Red Dead Redemption 2 to the Nintendo Switch 2.