It has been over 10 years since Rockstar Games released Grand Theft Auto V and over 6 years since Red Dead Redemption 2. To this day, these games continue to sell very well. In December 2024, consumers ranked GTA V as the third best-selling PlayStation 5 title in the United States/Canada and Europe. During this period, Red Dead Redemption 2 (RDR2) gained top spots by selling most on PlayStation 4 in the United States and landing second in Europe.
These games continue to attract new buyers since their total sales figures remain exceptionally high. According to recent sales data, GTA V has sold over 205 million copies, while Red Dead Redemption 2 has sold over 67 million. The ongoing success of Rockstar's open-world games shows how strongly players respond to their top-quality game design.
Industry experts say GTA V and RDR2 thrive because of their ongoing content additions, multiplayer, and smart marketing events. The December 2024 GTA Online Agents of Sabotage update drove more players to enjoy the game during the holiday sale rush.
Gamers worldwide eagerly wait for Rockstar's future projects. According to reports and trailer 1, released in December 2023, GTA 6 will arrive later this year and expand on what GTA franchise. There are reports that Red Dead Redemption 2 could come to the new Nintendo Switch 2 system helping the game attract more players.
FAQ
What are the total sales numbers for GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2 right now?
Recent numbers show Grand Theft Auto V reached 205 million units sold, while Red Dead Redemption 2 crossed the 67 million mark.
What are the main factors that helped to push game sales up during December 2024?
December's sales grew stronger because of GTA Online's "Agents of Sabotage" content update, Black Friday promotions, and a temporary pause in PlayStation Plus's online play requirement.
Are there any upcoming projects from Rockstar Games related to these franchises?
Industry insiders confirm Grand Theft Auto 6 will hit platforms this year. There are discussions about releasing Red Dead Redemption 2 to run on the next Nintendo Switch console.