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GTA 6: S-Tier Potential? Ranking All Rockstar Games

Author : Eleanor May 13,2025

The excitement for the new GTA 6 trailer is palpable, and if you missed it, we've broken down all the secrets and details for you. Unfortunately, fans will have to wait until May 26, 2026, to dive into Lucia and Jason's story. In the meantime, let's take a nostalgic journey through Rockstar's impressive catalog of games and rank them just for fun.

Since its inception in 1998, Rockstar has crafted over 30 games, giving us iconic series like Grand Theft Auto, Red Dead Redemption, and Manhunt. But which of these gems shines the brightest? Note that this list focuses solely on games developed by Rockstar, excluding titles like LA Noire or Max Payne 2 which they published. I've ranked them using an IGN Tier List, based purely on my personal enjoyment over the years. Here's how they stack up:

Rockstar Games Tier List

Red Dead Redemption 2 easily claims the top spot in my S-tier, being my all-time favorite game. It's joined by its predecessor and GTA 5, both trailblazers in the cinematic open-world genre. I also have a special affection for Max Payne 3 with its mesmerizing bullet time mechanics, and GTA San Andreas, which I played far too young. At the bottom of the list in the D-tier, you'll find games like Austin Powers: Oh, Behave! and Welcome to My Underground Lair!, which are generally not sought after by gamers.

Do you disagree with my rankings? Perhaps you believe Vice City outshines GTA 4? Feel free to create your own tier list and compare your S, A, B, C, and D tiers with the IGN community.

Every Rockstar Game Tier List

With only two trailers released so far, where do you think GTA 6 will land on the tier list once it's fully released? Share your thoughts in the comments, and let us know your reasoning behind your rankings of Rockstar's games.