Red Dead 2, GTA 5 Sales Stay Strong

Despite being available for years, Rockstar Games' Red Dead Redemption 2 and Grand Theft Auto 5 continue to demonstrate remarkable commercial longevity. These flagship titles represent the pinnacle of open-world gaming, cementing Rockstar's reputation for delivering immersive, high-quality experiences praised by players worldwide.

Originally launched in 2013, GTA 5 immerses players in the criminal underworld of Los Santos through three interconnected protagonists. While immediately successful at launch, its sustained popularity through multiple platform releases and the thriving GTA Online has solidified its status as one of history's best-selling entertainment products. Similarly, 2018's Red Dead Redemption 2 transported players to the fading American frontier as Arthur Morgan, achieving both critical acclaim and outstanding sales figures.

Years after their debuts - twelve for GTA 5 and six for RDR2 - these open-world masterpieces continue thriving commercially. PlayStation's December 2024 sales data shows GTA 5 as the third best-selling PS5 title in both North America and Europe, while also ranking fifth among PS4 games. Red Dead Redemption 2 dominated U.S. PS4 sales and placed second in Europe, only behind EA Sports FC 25.

Rockstar Classics Maintain Strong PlayStation Sales Performance

European GSD figures for 2024 reveal GTA 5 climbed to fourth place in annual sales (up from fifth in 2023), with RDR2 rising to seventh place. Take-Two's latest reports confirm staggering lifetime sales: over 205 million copies for GTA 5 and 67 million for Red Dead Redemption 2.

This sustained success underscores Rockstar's ability to create evergreen titles with remarkable staying power. As fans anticipate GTA 6's projected late 2024 launch, rumors also circulate about a potential Red Dead Redemption 2 port for Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2, suggesting these franchises will continue captivating players for years to come.