In 2024, Grand Theft Auto V (GTA 5) emerged as the most-watched game across all live-streaming platforms, even with the much-anticipated release of GTA 6 looming.
The game's dominance in livestream hours showcases its enduring popularity, securing the top spot on platforms like Twitch and YouTube.
Despite its age, with over 11 years since its release, GTA 5 continued to captivate a massive audience throughout 2024.According to analytics firm Stream Hatchet (via Rockstarintel), GTA 5 accumulated over 2 billion hours of watch time across all platforms in 2024.
This marked a 21.3% increase compared to 2023, a remarkable achievement given the game's longstanding presence in the gaming world.
No other title reached this level of viewership, placing GTA 5 firmly at the top of the rankings. Also read: Biggest gaming launches and announcements at CES 2025 For comparison, League of Legends, which secured second place, amassed 1.8 billion hours watched, experiencing a more modest year-over-year growth of 7.2%.