GTA 5 Continues to Outperform New Releases as GTA 6 Nears Release

Even as Grand Theft Auto 6 looms on the horizon, GTA 5 shows no signs of slowing down. Closing 2024 as the 15th best-selling game in the US, GTA 5 surpassed several newer titles, including Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, a Game of the Year nominee.

This sustained success is attributed to Rockstar Games’ ongoing support of GTA 5, particularly through GTA Online, which continues to receive new updates.

Despite some backlash over the lack of single-player content, the game’s online-focused approach has kept it relevant.

Even with GTA 6 slated for a Fall 2025 release, Rockstar is not slowing down with updates for GTA 5.

The game is set to see an “Expanded & Enhanced” version on PC, with fans speculating that some GTA 6 teasers may even appear within the older title.

As GTA 5 remains a sales powerhouse, it sets a high bar for GTA 6 to clear, with analysts and Take-Two Interactive expressing confidence in the upcoming release.

However, external factors, like potential price tariffs, could impact GTA 6‘s success at launch.