Red Dead Redemption Fans Ecstatic – Free Next-Gen Upgrade Is Finally Live

The much-anticipated return of the original Red Dead Redemption is finally upon us, and there are countless reasons to dive back into John Marston’s iconic story—all for the sake of reliving the gritty glory of the Old West.

Given how groundbreaking Red Dead Redemption 2 turned out to be, it’s easy to overlook just how monumental the first game was when it launched back in 2010 for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.

Set nine years after its prequel, this installment follows John Marston as he strives to uphold Arthur Morgan’s legacy while carving out his own path in a harsh, unforgiving frontier. The enhanced edition stands as the definitive version of the game yet, boasting a suite of upgrades: revamped visuals, a smooth 60 fps frame rate, HDR compatibility, and stunning 4K resolution support.

No matter which gaming platform you prefer, there’s a way to experience this classic—so you won’t have to miss out on Marston’s adventure.

Red Dead Redemption Makes Its Surprise Netflix Debut

One of the most unexpected twists of this re-release is that Red Dead Redemption is now available on Netflix (alongside mobile devices), opening the game up to a far larger audience than ever before. Subscribers with a standard Netflix membership can download and play the title at no extra cost, with multiple control schemes to suit different playstyles.

Even better news: owners of the PS4, Nintendo Switch, or the digital backward-compatible Xbox One version can claim a free digital upgrade to the new edition. That means you can enjoy all the enhancements without spending a single penny of your hard-earned cash.

What’s more, PS4 and Switch 2 players can pick up right where they left off—old save files are fully transferable to the upgraded version of the game.

Fan feedback for the Switch 2 edition has been overwhelmingly positive, with countless players sharing their excitement over on Facebook.

“The Switch 2 version of Red Dead Redemption looks incredible! Higher resolution, mouse support, and a rock-solid 60 fps,” one fan commented.

“I was curious before… but now I absolutely have to play it.”

Another wrote: “I grabbed the original on Switch day one and fell in love instantly.

“And let’s not forget—Undead Nightmare is included too, so it’s basically two games in one. The Switch 2 upgrade is fantastic; 60 fps makes the gameplay feel so much smoother and more responsive.”

All things considered, it’s time to saddle up for one last ride through the Old West—through John Marston’s eyes.