Red Dead Redemption 2 becomes the fourth best-selling game ever

GAMING NEWS Rine Ikarus - Nov 12, 2025, 17:44

Rockstar Games has achieved another incredible milestone — Red Dead Redemption 2 has officially become the fourth best-selling video game of all time, surpassing Mario Kart 8 with more than 79 million units sold worldwide.

According to Take-Two Interactive’s latest earnings report, the Red Dead series has now reached 106 million total sales, further cementing Rockstar’s dominance in the global games market. Analysts also confirm that Red Dead Redemption 2 is the best-selling title of the last seven years in the U.S. by dollar sales — a remarkable feat for a game that launched back in 2018.

A Legendary Milestone for Rockstar

With Red Dead Redemption 2 now joining the ranks of Minecraft (350 million), Grand Theft Auto V (over 220 million), and Wii Sports (82.9 million), Rockstar stands among the rare studios to have multiple entries in the list of top-selling games in history. Its success reflects not only the game’s meticulous attention to detail but also the lasting appeal of Arthur Morgan’s story and the immersive open world of the American frontier.

Beyond its commercial success, Red Dead Redemption 2 continues to earn critical acclaim, with many calling it one of the greatest video games ever made.

This record-breaking achievement also reignites anticipation for Red Dead Redemption 3, which Rockstar has yet to confirm. Former lead writer Dan Houser recently reflected that a continuation of the series is “likely” but would feel bittersweet for him after leaving the studio. Meanwhile, fans remain hopeful for the rumored next-gen and Switch 2 versions of Red Dead Redemption 2 that insiders have hinted are currently in development — updates that could bring the game’s breathtaking realism to new audiences.

Whether you’re returning to the Van der Linde gang or planning your first journey through the frontier, now’s the perfect time to saddle up. Use our price comparator tool to find the best deals for Red Dead Redemption 2 across all platforms and experience one of gaming’s finest achievements for yourself.