Summary
- Rockstar Games' Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption 2 continue to achieve remarkable sales years after their initial releases.
- In December 2024, Grand Theft Auto V secured the third position as the best-selling PS5 title in both the US/Canada and Europe.
- During the same month, Red Dead Redemption 2 claimed the top spot as the best-selling PS4 game in the United States and second place in Europe.
Despite their years on the market, Rockstar Games' Red Dead Redemption 2 and Grand Theft Auto V remain remarkably popular, consistently generating strong sales. Rockstar's reputation for creating acclaimed open-world experiences within the Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption franchises is clearly evident in the continued success of these titles.
Released in 2013, Grand Theft Auto V thrust players into the roles of three aspiring criminals navigating the sprawling metropolis of Los Santos. Its initial success was amplified by subsequent releases on multiple platforms and the immensely popular online multiplayer mode, solidifying its place as one of the best-selling entertainment products of all time. Red Dead Redemption 2, launched in 2018, transported players to the untamed American West, allowing them to experience the outlaw life through the eyes of Arthur Morgan. This title also garnered widespread critical acclaim and significant commercial success.
Although nearly twelve years have passed since the debut of Grand Theft Auto V and almost seven since Red Dead Redemption 2, both open-world games continue to perform exceptionally well. PlayStation's December 2024 download charts reveal Grand Theft Auto V as the third best-selling PS5 title in both the US/Canada and Europe, and fifth on PS4 in both regions. Simultaneously, Red Dead Redemption 2 secured the top spot as the best-selling PS4 game in the United States and second place in Europe, trailing only EA Sports FC 25.
GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 Dominate PlayStation Sales Charts
According to the 2024 European GSD data (reported by VGC), Grand Theft Auto V secured fourth place as the best-selling game of the year, climbing from fifth place in 2023. Red Dead Redemption 2 also saw a rise, reaching seventh place from its previous eighth-place ranking. Take-Two Interactive, Rockstar's parent company, recently announced that Grand Theft Auto V has surpassed 205 million units sold, while Red Dead Redemption 2 has exceeded 67 million copies sold.
The sustained success of these established titles underscores the enduring appeal of Rockstar's games. Fans eagerly anticipate the future of both franchises; the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI is rumored for release later this year, while speculation points towards a potential Red Dead Redemption 2 port for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
