Rockstar has officially unveiled the eagerly awaited PC version of its iconic title, Red Dead Redemption. Set to launch on October 29, 2024, this open-world western adventure will be accompanied by its acclaimed zombie-themed expansion, Undead Nightmare. Gamers can look forward to accessing the title through the Rockstar Store, Steam, and the Epic Games Store, with pre-order details expected to be revealed later this week.
Enhanced Features for PC Gamers
In partnership with Double Eleven, this new iteration brings a host of PC-specific enhancements that promise to elevate the gaming experience. Players can expect:
- Native 4K resolution at refresh rates of up to 144hz on compatible hardware.
- Support for both Ultrawide (21:9) and Super Ultrawide (32:9) monitors.
- HDR10 support for richer visuals.
- Full keyboard and mouse functionality.
- Compatibility with NVIDIA DLSS 3.7 and AMD FSR 3.0 upscaling technologies.
- NVIDIA DLSS Frame Generation.
- Adjustable draw distances and shadow quality settings.
Originally launched for PS3 and Xbox 360 on May 18, 2010, Red Dead Redemption has since made its way to PS4 and Nintendo Switch as of August 2023. The title is also playable on current Xbox systems, thanks to the availability of the Xbox 360 version in the Xbox store, allowing both Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S users to enjoy it through backwards compatibility.
The franchise has enjoyed remarkable success, with Red Dead Redemption 2 making its debut on PS4 and Xbox One in October 2018 before arriving on PC in November 2019. According to Take-Two, Rockstar’s parent company, the series has sold over 91 million units globally, with more than 65 million copies of Red Dead Redemption 2 alone. This enduring popularity underscores the game’s significant impact on the gaming landscape.
