Despite being over 11 years old, Grand Theft Auto V (GTA 5) continues to thrive, captivating millions of players worldwide. Rockstar’s iconic sandbox game has consistently topped download charts, particularly on the PlayStation platforms. Notably, in February 2025, GTA 5 secured a place among the top 10 most downloaded titles on both PS4 and PS5, as highlighted in a recent PlayStation blog post.
This remarkable achievement came even in the face of significant competition from recently launched games like Kingdom Come: Deliverance II and the Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered collection. Here’s an in-depth look at the continued appeal of GTA 5 and its current standing in the gaming community.
GTA 5 Tops the Charts Amidst Fresh Releases: February Rankings Unveiled
As detailed in the PlayStation report published on March 10, 2025, GTA 5’s ability to outperform other beloved games such as Minecraft underscores its sustained popularity into 2025. The rankings provide insights into player preferences and industry trends.
Top 10 Most Downloaded Games on PS5 – February 2025
U.S. & Canada Rankings
- Monster Hunter Wilds
- NBA 2K25
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
- Grand Theft Auto V
- EA SPORTS Madden NFL 25
- Minecraft
- PGA TOUR 2K25
- Phasmophobia
- EA SPORTS FC 25
European Rankings
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
- Monster Hunter Wilds
- EA SPORTS FC 25
- Grand Theft Auto V
- Minecraft
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
- NBA 2K25
- It Takes Two
- F1 24
- Hogwarts Legacy
GTA 5 has not only maintained a strong position among the latest titles, but it has also remained highly ranked among PS4 games in February:
Top 10 Most Downloaded Games on PS4 – February 2025
U.S. & Canada Rankings
- Red Dead Redemption 2
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance
- Battlefield V
- Batman: Arkham Knight
- Gang Beasts
- Grand Theft Auto V
- Need for Speed Heat
- Mortal Kombat X
- Minecraft
- NBA 2K25
European Rankings
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance
- Battlefield V
- Red Dead Redemption 2
- EA SPORTS FC 25
- Battlefield 1
- Grand Theft Auto V
- The Forest
- Batman: Arkham Knight
- Gang Beasts
- Minecraft
The recent success of GTA 5 on these platforms coincides with the anticipation surrounding the upcoming GTA 6. As rumors circulate about details being leaked online, fans eagerly await official announcements from Rockstar Games regarding the much-anticipated sequel.