Rockstar's enduring success: GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 continue their reign.
Despite their years on the market, Grand Theft Auto 5 (GTA 5) and Red Dead Redemption 2 remain top sellers. This continued success underscores Rockstar Games' ability to create enduring, high-quality open-world experiences.
December 2024 Sales Highlights:
- GTA 5 secured the third spot as the best-selling PS5 game in both the US/Canada and Europe. It also achieved a fifth-place ranking for PS4 sales in those same regions.
- Red Dead Redemption 2 claimed the top spot for PS4 sales in the US and second place in Europe (surpassed only by EA Sports FC 25).
These impressive sales figures, nearly a decade after GTA 5's release and seven years after Red Dead Redemption 2's launch, highlight their lasting appeal.
Long-Term Performance:
European sales data for 2024 reveals GTA 5's climb to fourth place (from fifth in 2023), while Red Dead Redemption 2 rose to seventh (from eighth). Take-Two Interactive, Rockstar's parent company, reported staggering sales figures: over 205 million units for GTA 5 and over 67 million for Red Dead Redemption 2.
Future Outlook:
The continued popularity of these titles fuels anticipation for future installments. The upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6 is highly anticipated, while speculation swirls around a potential Nintendo Switch 2 port of Red Dead Redemption 2. The legacy of these games and the excitement surrounding their future solidify Rockstar's position as a leading force in the gaming industry.
