Summary
Red Dead Redemptionplayers have been asking for a PC release for nearly 15 years andit seems like Rockstar may have finally listened. Ever since the original game was released in 2010, rumors have swirled that John Marston’s journey through the rapidly evolving Wild West would eventually break free of its console exclusivity and while many accepted that it was unlikely to happen, recent signs suggest otherwise. Rockstar recently re-releasedRed Dead Redemptionfor PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch, meaning that the door may be open for more ports.
PerGamesRadar+,Red Dead Redemption’s listing on the PlayStation Store sportsa description that sounds like confirmation that a PC release is imminent:
“Experience the epic western adventures that defined a generation -now on PC for the first time ever.”
It’s worth noting thatbefore August 13,RDR’s PlayStation Store listing didn’t feature that line, meaning that it’s a recent addition. While this is in no way confirmation thatRed Dead Redemptionis coming to PC, the fact that such a leak appeared on a major storefront is certainly enough to raise a few eyebrows.
It’s Good That Red Dead Redemption On Switch & PS4 Isn’t A Remaster
Imperfect as it is, a Red Dead Redemption rerelease on Switch and PS4 is better than a complete remaster. The game isn’t broken, so why fix it?
It’s Time It Returned To The Spotlight
Widely regarded as one of the best games from the Xbox 360/PlayStation 3 era, it’s a shame that PC players have yet to experience the sweeping tale of John Marston’s quest for absolution and peace. Despite claims that Rockstar has been hard at workremakingRed Dead Redemptionin the same engine used to create the 2018 sequel, it seems far more likely that a standard port is on the cards.The PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch version could serve as a decent blueprinteven if the PC version is likely to boast better performance and enhanced visuals.
Rockstar has a strange history when it comes to the PC community given thatit tends to favor initial console releases before later porting over to PC.Red Dead Redemption II’s PC launch arrived a full year after it debuted on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One whileGrand Theft Auto Vtook over two years after its console release to hit Windows. Even though it’s been 14 years, fans are still excited at the prospect of playing the originalRed Dead Redemptionon a system that could provide a needed bump in graphical fidelity.
ShouldRed Dead Redemptioncome to PC,one can only hope that the port comes bundled with theUndead Nightmareexpansion. The DLC, which was eventually included in the Game of the Year Edition, focuses on John Marston surviving in theOld West overrun by zombiesand other mythological entities. It’s a fun reminder of a time when Rockstar waswilling to take itself a little less seriously.
10 Biggest Rumors About Red Dead Redemption 3 (So Far)
Although Red Dead Redemption 3 hasn’t been confirmed by Rockstar, plenty of rumors about its setting, protagonists, and plot are up in the air.
It’s Certainly A Possibility
While PC players may still be looking at bringing the past into the present,the widerRed Dead Redemptioncommunity is speculating about the franchise’s future. There’s currently no word on whether Rockstar plans on returning to the Old West but that doesn’t mean the project hasn’t at least been pitched.Fans waited just over eight yearsforRed Dead Redemption 2and while the sequel launched in 2018, there’s still a chancea third game could eventually come to pass.
Having said that,Rockstar has made it clear that its current focus isGrand Theft Auto 6, the next major installment inthe ever-popular open-world franchise. WhileRDR 2may be hailed as a technical marvel and is beloved by critics and fans alike, it’s no secret that it hasn’t come close to rivaling the success ofGTA 5. In terms of sheer sales, the fifthGrand Theft Autohas sold over double the amount of copies ofRed Dead Redemption 2, which isn’t even taking into account the multiplayer mode that continues to make money to this day.
Red Dead Redemption 3’s Map Can Finally Deliver On RDR2’s Promise
Some significant areas of RDR2’s map were left on the cutting room floor, so RDR3 may make up for it. Though, there may be better approaches.
Multiplayer Could Be A Deciding Factor
A major factor in determining whetherRed Dead Redemption 3ever sees the light of daycomes down to its multiplayer offering.The second game’s online mode was panned for its lack of compelling content and tedious quest design; with little post-launch support from Rockstar, it was ultimately shuttered just a few years after its launch. In comparison toGTA Online, which is over a decade old and continues to rake in millions of dollars every year, it’s clear which franchise Rockstar would probably emphasize as a means of generating future revenue.
ForRed Dead Redemption 3to existone has to imagine that Rockstar plans on placing more resources into the Online modegiven how sustainable that model has been forGrand Theft Auto 5. Whether that’s the direction fans want the series to go in remains to be seen, especially since so many adoreRed Dead Redemptionfor telling an emotional story. It’s becoming increasingly rare to see open-world games offer a purely single-player campaign that can be enjoyed without fussing over loot and gear levels, so here’s hoping the threequel, if it ever happens, retains the series' identity.
