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

Rockstar's enduring success: GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 continue to dominate sales charts.

Key Highlights:

• Both GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 maintain exceptionally strong sales years after their initial releases.
• In December 2024, GTA 5 secured the third spot as the best-selling PS5 game in both the US/Canada and Europe.
• During the same period, Red Dead Redemption 2 claimed the top spot for PS4 sales in the US and second place in the EU.

Despite their considerable age (GTA 5 launched in 2013, RDR2 in 2018), Rockstar's open-world masterpieces continue to attract significant player interest. The enduring popularity underscores Rockstar's reputation for crafting high-quality, immersive experiences within the Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption universes.

GTA 5, initially a massive hit, has cemented its legacy as one of the best-selling entertainment products ever, thanks to numerous re-releases across various platforms and the immensely popular online multiplayer mode. RDR2, released in 2018, similarly achieved critical acclaim and substantial commercial success, captivating players with its immersive portrayal of the Wild West.

PlayStation's December 2024 download charts further solidify these games' ongoing appeal. Beyond its PS5 success, GTA 5 also ranked fifth on the PS4 charts in both US/Canada and Europe. RDR2's performance was even more impressive, leading PS4 sales in the US and trailing only EA Sports FC 25 in the EU.

Sustained Success and Future Outlook:

European sales data for 2024, as reported by VGC, reveals GTA 5 as the fourth best-selling game, climbing from fifth place in 2023. RDR2 similarly improved its ranking, moving up to seventh place. Take-Two Interactive, Rockstar's parent company, recently announced that GTA 5 has surpassed 205 million units sold, while RDR2 has exceeded 67 million.

This sustained success reflects the enduring appeal of Rockstar's games. Fans eagerly anticipate the future of both franchises, with the highly anticipated GTA 6 rumored for a release later this year and speculation surrounding a potential Nintendo Switch 2 port of Red Dead Redemption 2.