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Red Dead Redemption 2 has become the third best-selling game of all time, with approximately 85 million copies sold. This milestone surpasses Wii Sports, which has sold 82.9 million units. Grand Theft Auto V remains in second place with 230 million copies sold, and Minecraft leads the list with 350 million.
Red Dead Redemption 2 beats Wii Sports to become third best-selling game ever
Red Dead Redemption 2 has become the third best-selling video game of all time, surpassing Wii Sports and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe with over 85 million units sold. This surge in sales occurred during Take-Two Interactive's latest fiscal year, driven by strong performance and potential upcoming current-gen updates for the title. CEO Strauss Zelnick highlighted the resilience of Rockstar's titles like Red Dead Redemption 2 and Grand Theft Auto Online.
Take-Two to launch seven sequels and three new IP by 2029 – but what are they?
Take-Two Interactive has outlined its release strategy through April 2029, planning to launch seven sequels, three new intellectual properties, and numerous sports and mobile titles. This includes the Max Payne 1+2 remakes expected around 2027, Bioshock 4, and the new IP Judas. The publisher also anticipates releasing Grand Theft Auto 6 in November 2024.
Take-Two Interactive Will Release 6 Remakes and Remasters in Fiscal Years 2028 and 2029
Take-Two Interactive plans to release six remakes, remasters, and "platform extensions" during fiscal years 2028 and 2029. This slate of titles is in addition to new intellectual properties and sequels. Potential projects include the Max Payne 1 and 2 Remake and possible re-releases of Red Dead Redemption 1.
Take-Two has 6 remakes and remasters planned for next few years
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick revealed that the company has six remakes and remasters in development, potentially from studios like Rockstar Games and Gearbox Software. Rumors suggest remakes of the first two Max Payne games, a remake of Mafia, and a Nintendo Switch port of Red Dead Redemption 2 are among the planned projects.
Red Dead Redemption 2 is Officially the Third-Best-Selling Game of All Time, Beating Wii Sports
Red Dead Redemption 2 has officially become the third-best-selling game of all time, surpassing Wii Sports with over 85 million units sold. This milestone was announced in Take-Two Interactive's latest financial results, placing it behind only Grand Theft Auto 5. Despite a lack of major updates since 2022, the game continues to receive critical acclaim and influence other open-world titles.
Review: Crimson Desert (PS5) - One of the Most Frustratingly Brilliant Games I've Ever Played
This review revisits Crimson Desert on PlayStation 5 after significant post-launch updates from Pearl Abyss have improved the experience. While the game still suffers from some awkward design decisions and a disjointed narrative, the open world is technically impressive and immersive, offering a vast amount of content. Combat is experimental and rewarding once unlocked, though enemy variety and occasional performance issues detract from the overall experience.
Share of the Week: Hands
This week's Share of the Week highlights players' creative use of Photo Mode, focusing on character hands in various games like Pragmata, The Last of Us Part II, and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. Next week's theme will be LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, with submissions due by May 27, 2026.
Only GTA 6 Stands a Chance of Outdoing GTA 5's Unbelievable 230 Million Units Sold
Grand Theft Auto 5 has achieved nearly 230 million units sold, making it one of the best-selling games of all time. The article speculates that only its successor, Grand Theft Auto 6, has the potential to surpass this monumental sales figure. Grand Theft Auto 6 is slated for release in November.
Take-Two expects to earn $8B in FY27 thanks to Grand Theft Auto VI
Take-Two Interactive anticipates earning between $8 billion and $8.2 billion in fiscal year 2027, largely driven by the November 2026 launch of Grand Theft Auto VI. The company reported record net bookings of $6.72 billion for fiscal year 2026, exceeding initial guidance, with strong performances from Grand Theft Auto V, Red Dead Redemption 2, and mobile titles.
As Red Dead Redemption 2 becomes the third best-selling game ever, actor Roger Clark says "it's the fans that…
Red Dead Redemption 2 has become the third best-selling game of all time, surpassing 85 million copies sold according to Take-Two Interactive. Actor Roger Clark, who voices Arthur Morgan, thanked fans for the game's continued success. Grand Theft Auto 5 remains the second best-selling game, with Minecraft and Tetris holding the top positions.
Red Dead Redemption 2 now overtaken Wii Sports in best-selling game list
Red Dead Redemption 2 has surpassed Wii Sports to become the third best-selling video game of all time, with 85 million copies sold compared to Wii Sports' 83 million. Rockstar Games' title has experienced a significant surge in sales over the past year, exceeding its sales in any 12-month period since its 2018 launch.
Zelnick: Take-Two still believes its online shooter Project Ethos can be a "massive hit" despite high-profile failures
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that the company still believes its online shooter Project Ethos can be a major success, despite recent changes to its development following a mixed response to its open beta. He also highlighted the "astonishing" sales performance of Red Dead Redemption, which has now sold 85 million units worldwide.
Red Dead Redemption 2 Overtakes Wii Sports in Best-Selling Games of All Time List
Red Dead Redemption 2 has achieved a new sales milestone, surpassing Wii Sports to become one of the best-selling games of all time. The game experienced its strongest sales year in the 12 months following its 2018 launch.
Why GTA 6 Could Still Be Delayed Into 2027 — And Why the Rumours Keep Spreading | Invision Game Community
Rumors are circulating online suggesting Grand Theft Auto VI could be delayed to 2027, despite Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive maintaining an official release window of November 2026. The speculation is fueled by Rockstar's history of delays for quality, the game's ambitious scope, and potential hardware optimization concerns for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
5 PS Plus Extra Game Removals for June 2026 Confirmed
Five games are confirmed to be removed from PlayStation Plus Extra on June 16, 2026: We Love Katamari REROLL + Royal Reverie, LEGO The Incredibles, Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game Complete Edition, and Red Dead Redemption. Access to these titles will be revoked for subscribers, requiring purchase to continue playing. Red Dead Redemption's departure is noted as potentially temporary, following a pattern seen with other Rockstar Games titles on the service.
May 2026 PS Plus Extra, Premium Games Available to Download Now
Sony has released the full lineup of PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium games for May 2026, including titles like Star Wars Outlaws and Red Dead Redemption 2. Eight new games are available for subscribers to download now, with some expected to remain on the service for at least a year, though Red Dead Redemption 2 is anticipated to be available for around three months.
PS Plus Extra, Premium May 2026 Games Rolling Out Now
Sony is rolling out the May 2026 PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium game catalog additions, starting in Japan and Asia. The lineup includes Star Wars Outlaws, Red Dead Redemption 2, Bramble: The Mountain King, and more for PS5 and PS4, with the PS1 classic Time Crisis also available for Premium subscribers. Player reception to the selection has been mixed, with some titles being returning catalog entries.
Games Leaving PS Plus in June 2026 Confirmed
Several games are scheduled to leave the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium catalogs in June 2026. Take-Two Interactive is removing Red Dead Redemption, while other titles like We Love Katamari Reroll + Royal Reverie and LEGO The Incredibles will also be delisted. This departure list is based on information from Japanese and Asian PlayStation Stores and may vary slightly by region.
Games Inbox: When will GTA 6 pre-orders start?
Readers discuss the long wait for Grand Theft Auto 6, speculating on when pre-orders might begin and when the next trailer will drop. Other topics include potential Star Wars games, Nintendo's announcement strategies, and Sony's price increases for PlayStation Plus.
