GTA 5, RDR2 Sales Soar

Grand Theft Auto V (GTA V) continues to defy expectations, selling an impressive 5 million copies in the last three months alone, a remarkable feat for a game released over a decade ago (September 2013). Its enduring popularity solidifies its position as one of history's best-selling video games.

Red Dead Redemption 2 (RDR2), released in October 2018, also shows sustained strength, adding 3 million copies to its already substantial 70 million sales in the recent quarter.

The enduring success of GTA V is significantly boosted by GTA Online, its consistently updated multiplayer component. Take-Two Interactive's commitment to ongoing content updates, such as the December 2024 Agents of Sabotage, keeps players actively engaged.

Looking ahead, Take-Two has confirmed a fall 2025 release for the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI. Further bolstering their upcoming releases are Mafia: The Old Country, slated for summer 2025, and Borderlands 4, expected later in the year.

While concerns about potential delays for Grand Theft Auto VI are understandable, Take-Two's recent financial reports reaffirm its fall 2025 release window. Similarly, Borderlands 4 is confirmed for a 2025 release, although precise dates remain unannounced.

Take-Two CEO, Strauss Zelnick, acknowledged Rockstar Games' meticulous development approach, suggesting that additional time may be needed, echoing the development timelines of previous titles like GTA V and RDR2. Despite this acknowledgment, the fall release window for GTA VI remains in place.