According to the latest Video Games news, the price for Red Dead Redemption’s PC version has officially been set at £39.99 in the UK, ₹3,799 in India and $49.99 in the US. This pricing mirrors that of the PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch versions of the game. The price includes the base game as well as the standalone expansion Undead Nightmare, but it does not include any multiplayer content.
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According to the latest Video Games news, After 14 years since its initial release on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in 2010, Red Dead Redemption is finally coming to PC.
The game’s PC launch is scheduled for October 29, allowing a new generation of players to experience John Marston’s legendary journey through the American West.
Pre-orders for the game went live on October 11, 2024 and can be made through Steam, Epic Games Store, and Rockstar‘s website.
According to the latest Video Games news, Pre-ordering will secure players access to both the base game and the Undead Nightmare expansion.
The PC version will feature the complete single-player experiences of both Red Dead Redemption and the Undead Nightmare expansion.
While many fans may have hoped for a multiplayer component, no multiplayer modes will be included in this PC release. The single-player content remains one of the most praised story-driven experiences in gaming.
The minimum system requirements for Red Dead Redemption on PC are relatively modest, meaning you won’t need an ultra-powerful rig to run the game.
Minimum Requirements Include:
- Processor: Intel Core i5-1670 or AMD FX-9590.
- GPU: Nvidia GTX 960 or AMD Radeon R7 360.
The original base game, where players step into the shoes of former outlaw John Marston. The undead Nightmare expansion, which transforms the game’s Wild West into a zombie apocalypse, gives an exciting twist to the traditional gameplay.
Content from the Game of the Year Edition such as additional missions and other story-related features.
As mentioned, the PC version will not include multiplayer modes. This has been confirmed by Rockstar, who clarified that this release focuses solely on the single-player experience.
While some players may find this a drawback, the strength of the Red Dead Redemption narrative combined with the additional content from Undead Nightmare.
According to the latest Video Games news, Rockstar has partnered with Double Eleven for the development of the PC version. Double Eleven was also responsible for the PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch ports of the game.
The collaboration promises a polished and high-quality release with specific enhancements designed to take advantage of PC hardware.
For those looking to simply get the game running, Rockstar has provided a set of minimum PC requirements. These requirements still demand fairly modern hardware considering the game’s original release date.
- Operating System (OS): Windows 10 64-bit
- Processor (CPU): Intel Core i5-4670 or AMD FX-9590
- Memory (RAM): 8 GB
- Graphics Card (GPU): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 or AMD Radeon R7 360
- DirectX Version: DirectX 12
- Storage Space: 12 GB of available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card
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Despite the game’s age, it won’t support earlier operating systems like Windows XP or 7. Gamers will need Windows 10 (64-bit) as a minimum requirement.
The Intel Core i5-4670 or the AMD FX-9590 processor are the baseline CPUs required to run the game. With 8 GB of RAM, Red Dead Redemption’s memory requirements are on par with modern gaming standards.
The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 or AMD Radeon R7 360 are required for smooth gameplay at minimum settings. A minimum of 12 GB of storage is needed to install the game, though it’s unclear whether a SSD or HDD will provide better performance.
If you’re planning for a better experience with smoother frame rates and higher-quality graphics, Rockstar has also provided recommended system requirements.
- Operating System (OS): Windows 10 64-bit
- Processor (CPU): Intel Core i5-8500 or AMD Ryzen 5 3500X
- Memory (RAM): 8 GB
- Graphics Card (GPU): NVIDIA RTX 2070 or AMD RX 5700 XT
- DirectX Version: DirectX 12
- Storage Space: 12 GB of available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card
- Additional Recommendation: SSD is strongly recommended for faster loading times.
The Intel Core i5-8500 or the AMD Ryzen 5 3500X processors are required for recommended performance. Graphics cards like the NVIDIA RTX 2070 or the AMD RX 5700 XT are recommended, which might seem demanding for a 14-year-old game.
The RAM and storage requirements remain the same as the minimum specs, but Rockstar recommends having an SSD to improve load times and overall performance.
The game’s resolution and framerate targets for these recommended settings have not been specified, but high-end GPUs like the RTX 2070 should comfortably handle 1440p or even 4K gaming.
Rockstar Games and Double Eleven Studios have included a variety of PC-specific features to take full advantage of modern hardware.
- Native 4K Support
- 144Hz Refresh Rate Support
- Ultra-Wide Monitor Support
- HDR10 Support
- Nvidia DLSS 3.7 and AMD FSR 3.0 Upscaling
- Nvidia DLSS Frame Generation
- Customizable Draw Distance and Shadow Quality
According to the latest Video Games news, the release of Red Dead Redemption on PC is scheduled for October 29, 2024, just in time for Halloween. Players will also get access to the Undead Nightmare expansion. This edition of the game will be available through Steam, the Epic Games Store and Rockstar’s own PC store.
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