Rockstar Games
6.6Grand Theft Auto, Red Dead Redemption
Best forPlayers who want the most technically ambitious open worlds — Red Dead Redemption 2's simulation depth (200+ wildlife species, dynamic NPC memory, 60+ hour main story) remains unmatched six years after launch.
Scores — click any row to see our rationale
Game Quality▼9.5/10
Player Respect▼4.5/10
Catalog Depth▼6/10
Value▼5/10
Innovation▼8/10
Known for
Red Dead Redemption 2 (2018)Grand Theft Auto V (2013)Grand Theft Auto IV (2008)Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (2004)Red Dead Redemption (2010)
Pros
✓GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2 both scored 97/100 on Metacritic — two of the highest-rated games in history, released five years apart
✓Red Dead 2's world detail includes 200+ wildlife species with individual AI behaviors, NPC memory of player actions, and real-time ecosystem simulation still unmatched in 2026
Cons
✕GTA Online Shark Cards inflate progression costs; reaching full heist capability without grinding requires roughly $40–60 in real purchases on top of the base game price
✕GTA V was re-sold at full price ($60–70) across PS3, PS4, and PS5 over 12 years — one of the longest full-price runs in gaming history