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Rockstar Games is a name synonymous with some of the most iconic video games in history. With a catalog that spans over two decades, this game development company has created some of the most beloved and controversial games in the industry. From Grand Theft Auto to Red Dead Redemption, Rockstar Games has consistently pushed the boundaries of what is possible in the world of video games.This article, we'll be taking a look at the best-selling Rockstar Games of all time, ranked according to their total sales. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the company or just curious about the games that have taken the world by storm, you won't want to miss this list.

L.A. Noire (5 Million Copies)

The combined marketing and production budget for L.A. Noire was $50 million, making it one of the most costly games ever created. With this in mind, it was anticipated that the game would be a commercial success. In nations such as the United States, where it was the best-selling game in May 2011, and the United Kingdom, where it was the fastest-selling new intellectual property and topped the sales chart for three weeks, the game had a great start. According to the most recent accessible figures, the game sold approximately 5 million copies.

Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories (8 Million Copies)

Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories is the ninth installment in the Grand Theft Auto series. It was initially released on PlayStation 2 and PSP, with iOS and Android ports following. Toni Cipriani is depicted as he attempts to advance through the ranks of a criminal organization. Also, the game is notable for being the first in the series to be released for handheld devices. In its first year of release, Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories sold one million copies, with the PSP version selling particularly well. According to the most recent figures, the game sold 8 million copies, making it the seventh best-selling Rockstar game.

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Grand Theft Auto III (14.5 Million Copies)

Grand Theft Auto III was the best-selling game in the United States in 2001, selling 2 million units. Nevertheless, its sequel outsold it the following year. Whereas in Japan, for example, the game sold just 120,000 copies in its first week, and only 350,000 copies in 2008, sales were far lower. Globally, the game fared well, with total sales reaching 14.5 million. In addition to its economic success, the game received widespread critical acclaim, with many considering it one of the best games ever created. However, it also sparked controversy, mainly due to its representation of violence and other themes.

Red Dead Redemption (15 Million Copies)

According to Rockstar, the game required four million sales to cover its production costs. Five million copies of Red Dead Redemption were sold in the first three weeks after its debut, and 8.5 million copies were sold in the first year. Eventually, the game's worldwide sales topped 15 million, making it a commercial success. The game has received multiple "Game of the Year" accolades from numerous magazines, which is not surprising given its nearly $100 million production and marketing expenditure.

Grand Theft Auto: Vice City (17.5 Million Copies)

Vice City sold 500,000 copies in the first 24 hours of its release, and 1.4 million copies in the next 48 hours, making it the best-selling game in history at the time. Moreover, it was the most popular game of 2002. The game's sales eventually reached 17.5 million copies, making it an enormous commercial success. Similar to its predecessor, the game sparked controversy over its depiction of racial groupings and violence, which led to lawsuits and demonstrations. Nonetheless, like its predecessor, it was critically lauded.

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Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (27.5 Million Copies)

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is the seventh installment in the series and was originally released for PlayStation 2 in 2004. This time around, the game follows Carl Johnson, who arrived in Los Santos to attend her mother's burial but became entangled in a variety of gang-related crimes. Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas was the best-selling game on the PlayStation 2 platform, selling 17.33 million units. With subsequent ports, the total number of copies sold reached 27.5 million. Like with previous GTA releases, it was met with a number of controversies and garnered positive reviews.

Red Dead Redemption 2 (34 Million Copies)

The development of Red Dead Redemption 2 began following the release of the first game with a crew of 2,000, and the game was eventually released in 2018. Due to the economic and critical success of Red Dead Redemption, many predicted that its sequel would be one of 2018's most popular video games. The game has the greatest launch weekend in the history of entertainment, generating nearly $800 million in revenue and selling millions of copies. The game sold 23 million copies by the end of the year, ending up with a total of 34 million copies.

Grand Theft Auto V (155 Million Copies)

Grand Theft Auto V was highly anticipated, heavily advertised, and shattered a number of sales records. It sold approximately 11 million copies in the first 24 hours after its debut, and 29 million in the next six weeks, surpassing the previous entry's lifetime sales. As of 2022, the game has sold 155 million copies, making it the best-selling Rockstar game and the second-best-selling videogame of all time. The game also holds multiple Guinness World Records, including the greatest 24-hour grossing game and the fastest video game to reach $1 billion in sales.

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