Game guide
Red Dead Redemption 2
An open-world action-adventure and prequel to Red Dead Redemption, following outlaw Arthur Morgan and the Van der Linde gang across a vast recreation of 1899 America. It ships with the online mode Red Dead Online.
- Developer
- Rockstar Games (Rockstar Studios)
- Publisher
- Rockstar Games
- Released
- October 26, 2018 (PS4/Xbox One); PC November 5, 2019
- Platforms
- PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, Stadia
- Price
- $59.99 (Standard Edition); ~$79.99 (Ultimate Edition). Frequently discounted (has dropped to ~$14.99).
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RDR2 — frequently asked
Can my PC run Red Dead Redemption 2?
The minimum is a Core i5-2500K with a GTX 770 for low 1080p; a GTX 1060 6 GB (recommended) is a more realistic floor for a smooth experience. For high settings or 60+ fps, aim for a modern mid-range GPU like an RTX 3060 or better.
Does RDR2 need an SSD?
It's not strictly required—an HDD works—but an SSD is strongly recommended because the world streams continuously, so an SSD reduces texture pop-in and load times.
Sources
- Rockstar Support — RDR2 PC System Requirements
- Steam — Red Dead Redemption 2
- Esports.net — Is Red Dead Online cross-platform?
- HowLongToBeat — Red Dead Redemption 2
- ProtonDB / Steam Deck — Red Dead Redemption 2
- Last verified: July 12, 2026. Sizes and specs can change with patches — tell us if something is out of date.