Despite being years (or even over a decade) old, Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption 2 continue to prove why they’re two of the biggest franchises in gaming history. Fresh sales, download, and streaming data released in early April 2026 highlight their impressive performance last month and through the first quarter — all while fans await the next big Rockstar title.
PlayStation Download Charts: March 2026
PlayStation released its official monthly charts for March 2026, covering PS5, PS4, PSVR, and free-to-play downloads across Europe and North America. The numbers paint a clear picture of Rockstar’s staying power.
On PS5:
GTA V ranked as the 4th most downloaded game in Europe, holding steady from February. It was edged out only by major new releases like Crimson Desert, Resident Evil Requiem, and the perennial chart-topper EA FC 26.
In the USA/Canada region, it slipped slightly from 6th to 8th place.
The PS4 version showed a bit more movement:
GTA V dropped to 14th in both Europe and North America (down from 7th in Europe and 9th in North America the previous month).
Meanwhile, Red Dead Redemption 2 continued its iron grip on the PS4 charts. It was the most downloaded game on PS4 in both Europe and North America for March — the same position it held in February. In fact, RDR2 has been the top-downloaded PS4 title nearly every month since last summer, a remarkable run that underscores its enduring appeal more than seven years after launch.
U.S. Sales Charts: February 2026 (Circana Data)
Physical and digital sales data from Circana (formerly NPD) for February 2026 further demonstrate the duo’s commercial strength in the U.S. market:
GTA V landed at 10th on the best-selling games list.
Red Dead Redemption 2 came in right behind at 12th.
These rankings are especially notable given the age of both titles and the steady flow of new releases competing for attention.
Streaming Remains Strong: Q1 2026 Numbers
Beyond sales and downloads, player engagement is thriving on another front. According to Stream Hatchet data covering January through March 2026:
GTA V racked up 456 million hours watched on livestreaming platforms.
That figure represents a 5.5% increase compared to the same period in 2025.
The growth is impressive for a game that turned 13 years old in 2025 and continues to sit near the top of yearly watch-time rankings (it was the second-most watched game of 2025 overall).
Why It Matters
In a year already marked by anticipation around Rockstar’s future projects, these metrics show that the publisher’s back catalog isn’t just surviving — it’s thriving. GTA V’s online ecosystem keeps drawing in new and returning players, while Red Dead Redemption 2’s immersive single-player world and online mode maintain a dedicated audience. The consistent top-chart performances on legacy hardware like PS4 also highlight how these games remain accessible entry points for players who haven’t upgraded to current-gen consoles yet.
Rockstar’s ability to keep both titles relevant without major new single-player content speaks volumes about the quality of the experiences they offer. As the industry moves forward, GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2 aren’t fading into the background — they’re still setting the pace.
Data sourced from PlayStation’s official March 2026 charts, Circana’s February 2026 U.S. sales report, and Stream Hatchet’s Q1 2026 streaming analysis.
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