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

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, we'll need to wait until May 26, 2026, to dive into Lucia and Jason's story. In the meantime, let's take a nostalgic trip and rank all the Rockstar games we've loved over the years for some fun!

Rockstar Games, founded in 1998, has released over 30 titles, bringing us iconic franchises like Grand Theft Auto, Red Dead Redemption, and Manhunt. But which of these classics reigns supreme? 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 on my personal enjoyment over the years. Check out my tier list below:

Red Dead Redemption 2 easily secures the top spot in my S-tier, being my all-time favorite game. It's joined by its predecessor and the groundbreaking GTA 5, both pioneers of the cinematic open-world genre. I also have a soft spot for Max Payne 3's bullet time ballet and GTA San Andreas, which I played at a much too young age. At the bottom of the D-tier, you'll find less celebrated titles like Austin Powers: Oh, Behave! and Welcome to My Underground Lair!, games that few would willingly revisit.

Do you disagree with my rankings? Perhaps you believe Vice City outshines GTA 4? Why not create your own tier list and see how your S, A, B, C, and D tiers stack up against 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.