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3.8

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 166 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 55 out of 166
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  1. Sep 6, 2023
    0
    dont buy this 13 years old game port for $60, I didnt expect anything from rockstar and even so they disappointed me
  2. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    one of the best ports ever , i play it on my PC with Ryujinx Emulator , I can get solid 60 fps in 4k
  3. Aug 31, 2023
    7
    Hate paying as much for something that’s been out for so long but I have to say, so far its been fun and works well.
  4. Aug 30, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is Fraud. This is a Scam. This is terrible. Don't buy this. Worst porting ever. Expand
  5. Aug 30, 2023
    0
    scam game!! 50€ for an 10 years old game is absolutely a scam! cmon don’t buy it
  6. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    Sehr guter Port keine Ahnung was alle haben ich bin vollkommen zufrieden schöne Grafik und flüssiges gameplay
  7. Aug 29, 2023
    0
    $50 for a 13 years old game.
    And it's not even a remake or a remaster.
    Rockstar is well on its way to becoming the new EA.
  8. Aug 29, 2023
    0
    The same game of 13 years ago released with basically full price. disgusting.
  9. Aug 29, 2023
    0
    Zero improvements over the original, all multiplayer content have been completely removed, and the price is the same as it was over a decade ago. I mean, it's not Rockstar's all-time low *cough cough* gta trilogy remaster *cough cough*, but it's still utterly pathetic how greedy and lazy this port is.
  10. Aug 28, 2023
    1
    A lazy port and im still waiting pc version dammit, dont waste your money on this and just go buy something else
  11. Aug 28, 2023
    8
    Solid port, but definitely overpriced. This should have been thirty dollars at the most. This is a port of a thirteen year old game, so I agree that fifty dollars is too much. I never played this game before this version came out, but I am enjoying it so far. Even if it is overpriced, it’s still a great game, even if some parts of it feel a bit dated. While I think I prefer Red DeadSolid port, but definitely overpriced. This should have been thirty dollars at the most. This is a port of a thirteen year old game, so I agree that fifty dollars is too much. I never played this game before this version came out, but I am enjoying it so far. Even if it is overpriced, it’s still a great game, even if some parts of it feel a bit dated. While I think I prefer Red Dead Redemption II overall, this is still worth playing. The game looks fine on Switch and runs well, so this is a perfectly fine way to play one of the greatest games of the seventh generation, but I’d recommend waiting for it to go on sale. At least it works right unlike whatever the GTA Trilogy was doing. Expand
  12. Aug 28, 2023
    0
    I was waiting for a remaster of this wonderful game on PC and modern consoles, and not "this" on some kind of switch and a backward PS4.
  13. Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Loving the game from start to finish can't get enough just exactly what I expected on a mobile device (since I travel a lot and hardly played it on my PS4)
  14. Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Best game ever!. I played it when I came out and have played the story at least 10 since 2010! The world building and characters that bring it to life are unlike any other game, besides its sequel of course. The Undead Nightmare DLC still holds up as a fun and engaging alternate story that takes the story's characters and puts them in new and excited scenerios revolving around the undead!Best game ever!. I played it when I came out and have played the story at least 10 since 2010! The world building and characters that bring it to life are unlike any other game, besides its sequel of course. The Undead Nightmare DLC still holds up as a fun and engaging alternate story that takes the story's characters and puts them in new and excited scenerios revolving around the undead! Outlaws for life! Expand
  15. Aug 26, 2023
    0
    Very Expensive! it is a very high value for a game released in 2010. and without multiplayer
  16. Aug 26, 2023
    8
    Já tinha esse game no x box 360 e poder jogar no switch e incrível, a parte ruin o preço achei bem alto.
  17. Aug 26, 2023
    2
    Joguei bastante no play 3 mas este porte e uma vergonha contra o consumidor
  18. Aug 26, 2023
    9
    I see a lot of people who are claiming that RockStar 'listens to your wallet' and prompting people not to buy this game because they're disappointed that a remaster was not released. Don't listen to a bunch of people on the internet who can't seem to form an opinion of their own without reading and regurgitating some angry kid on Twitter/X's opinion first. If you haven't had a chance toI see a lot of people who are claiming that RockStar 'listens to your wallet' and prompting people not to buy this game because they're disappointed that a remaster was not released. Don't listen to a bunch of people on the internet who can't seem to form an opinion of their own without reading and regurgitating some angry kid on Twitter/X's opinion first. If you haven't had a chance to play the game, or you want the game on a system that isn't rendering in 640p and possibly either buried in a garage or in your kid's room somewhere, don't hesitate. This is an incredibly solid port, and despite what others may think, it does take work to port a thirteen year old game to modern systems. It isn't lazy, it isn't bad, these people are simply miffed that they didn't get Red Dead Redemption 2: The Marston Years. It is a little disappointing that it runs at 30fps on PS4 Pro and PS5, but it's still solid for what it is. The price may seem a little daunting, and I agree, BUT these guys screaming that the Xbox version is cheaper are full of it. This version includes all of the DLC, which on Xbox is roughly $13 plus $29.99 for the base game. That brings the total to $42.99 plus tax. You're saving a whooping $7.01. I would say that genuinely isn't that big of a deal. Use reason people, make up your own minds, and don't let some angry dorks influence your decision. Do the research and trust your gut, buy it on sale if you don't want to pay the $50, because it WILL be on sale at some point. Also, RockStar and their Publishers will not 'listen to your wallet'. The problem with that logic is twofold. For one, there is going to be a whole lot of people that don't have an Xbox and have either never played the game or just don't want to drag out the old PS3 (or in some cases purchase a PS3) to play their old copy of the game. These people are going to buy and play the game, and they are not in the vocal minority complaining online because they're too busy enjoying the game. There are also people that are either Nintendo nuts that have never had a chance to play, or just want the game in portable format that are going to snatch up the Switch version in droves (I bought it day one for my Switch because I don't get a whole lot of chances to sit down in front of a TV to game, and I also bought the PS4 version because my son wants to play the game.) The second major reason that the 'wallet vote' thing is crap is because Rockstar is huge. They won't take a major hit on this one. This is doubly true when you factor in all of the people I've previously mentioned that are buying the game, alongside the fact that GTA VI will likely be out within two years and will recoup any potential losses that may (or most likely may not) occur with this port. Your collective $50 a piece is not going to hurt a multi-billion dollar company. I've noticed that a lot of the reviews here on the Switch version are from people who have not purchased the game, and I sincerely hope that Metacritic takes the time to fill out this annoying review-bomb-toddler-hissy-fit-bull-crap.

    Anyhow, I know I spoke little on the game itself. It really is a great port. I haven't had any issues, and it's wonderful to finally get to play this again without having to throw down $300-$500 for an Xbox. It's especially a pleasure to enjoy this game on the go, I'm absolutely loving the ability to pick up and play where I can, as I genuinely wouldn't get to play this awesome game otherwise.
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  19. Aug 25, 2023
    9
    The frustration and criticism of Rockstar is completely valid. Still, this is actually a really good port. It's too bad they didn't add multiplayer, but that's never what this game was about. The game itself is nearly a masterpiece and has aged very well. The price is a bit high, but I'm sure some work went into porting the game from PS3 to Switch and it is a good port. If you've neverThe frustration and criticism of Rockstar is completely valid. Still, this is actually a really good port. It's too bad they didn't add multiplayer, but that's never what this game was about. The game itself is nearly a masterpiece and has aged very well. The price is a bit high, but I'm sure some work went into porting the game from PS3 to Switch and it is a good port. If you've never played the game, get it. Expand
  20. Aug 25, 2023
    0
    This remaster is no different from the original game. The very decision to "remaster" an already dead game already seems idiotic and another demonstration that this is not Rockstar, which was the "quality standard of game dev", but impostors who decide to ruin their reputation before the release of GTA 6. This is the last straw for the fans, they can't do it anymore. After that, I'm notThis remaster is no different from the original game. The very decision to "remaster" an already dead game already seems idiotic and another demonstration that this is not Rockstar, which was the "quality standard of game dev", but impostors who decide to ruin their reputation before the release of GTA 6. This is the last straw for the fans, they can't do it anymore. After that, I'm not going to wait for GTA 6, as it will seem like **** to me, especially if the people at the head of Rockstar are not the same as before. Expand
  21. Aug 24, 2023
    8
    Одна из лучших игрушек на мой взгляд, и не надоедает!
  22. Aug 24, 2023
    10
    Отличный порт шедевра игровой индустрии! Можно понять тех, кто ставит 0 из-за цены на PlayStation, но для Switch это стандартная стоимость громкого релиза. Если вам нравятся игры с открытым миром, то не сомневайтесь и покупайте. В конце концов, можно дождаться очередную распродажу и ухватить за 20-30$

    Этот порт приблизил нас еще на шаг к мечте увидеть однажды на Switch лучшую часть GTA.
    Отличный порт шедевра игровой индустрии! Можно понять тех, кто ставит 0 из-за цены на PlayStation, но для Switch это стандартная стоимость громкого релиза. Если вам нравятся игры с открытым миром, то не сомневайтесь и покупайте. В конце концов, можно дождаться очередную распродажу и ухватить за 20-30$

    Этот порт приблизил нас еще на шаг к мечте увидеть однажды на Switch лучшую часть GTA. Речь, конечно же, о четверке.
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  23. Aug 24, 2023
    8
    Good port for a great game. Price point is high , but it is what it is. Runs good, some minor visual glitches but nothing game breaking. $25 - $30 would have been the ideal price, but since this is the only way to play it on modern consoles I can't complain too much. So, if you're a RDR fan , buy it.
  24. Aug 23, 2023
    9
    Pretty much all the negative reviews are from PC Players who are just salty. This looks and plays perfectly on Switch. The gameplay still holds up really well and its easy to sink hours into it. The controls feel great, load times are very fast. I never played the online mode so don't know what I am missing by it not being here but Red Dead Online is boring and if that's considered to bePretty much all the negative reviews are from PC Players who are just salty. This looks and plays perfectly on Switch. The gameplay still holds up really well and its easy to sink hours into it. The controls feel great, load times are very fast. I never played the online mode so don't know what I am missing by it not being here but Red Dead Online is boring and if that's considered to be the upgrade from the original then I couldn't care less about it being absent. Expand
  25. Aug 23, 2023
    7
    Good-
    An incredible open world, full of intermeshing systems, dynamic events, and a whole lot of great content that remains as compelling now as it was at launch; great story that remains one of the best in gaming canon; glitches in Undead Nightmare have been cleaned up; looks especially great in handheld mode.
    Bad- The game has literally been ported as is with few to no enhancements;
    Good-
    An incredible open world, full of intermeshing systems, dynamic events, and a whole lot of great content that remains as compelling now as it was at launch; great story that remains one of the best in gaming canon; glitches in Undead Nightmare have been cleaned up; looks especially great in handheld mode.

    Bad-
    The game has literally been ported as is with few to no enhancements; multiplayer mode has been cut out; controls, mission design, and combat have aged poorly.

    Thoughts-
    I think, on a broader level, it is fair to expect Rockstar to do more, and to wish that a game as important and beloved as Red Dead Redemption was being treated better. But taking this release for what it is – a straight port of a beloved classic to the Switch – it holds up well, and is worth revisiting, worth recommending. If you have never played Red Dead Redemption before, or the idea of revisiting it on a portable appeals to you? This port comes hugely recommended. But if you were hoping for a more robust re-release, sadly, this isn’t that. It’s hard to tell if Rockstar will ever put in the time and money needed to do justice to a Red Dead re-release. But even if they don’t, at least we now have the original classic playable on all modern consoles.
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  26. Aug 23, 2023
    0
    Best game on the Switch to date! Crazy that a game from 2010 looks and IS better than a Nintendo game that has released in 2023
  27. Aug 23, 2023
    1
    I really wonder how much Nintendo and Rockstar paid the reviewers to give this excuse for a port such high scores..

    we obviously can't trust anything in this world anymore.
  28. Aug 23, 2023
    1
    On of the best PS3 games, and, unfortunately, one of the worst products on PS4.
  29. Aug 22, 2023
    10
    A Western Epic, I've always loved this game I've wanted to replay it fort a while especially after RDR2. It's been a delight to jump back in and revisit John Marston's story.
  30. Aug 22, 2023
    0
    Rubbish port. An unpaid intern can port this game better than rockstar. Shame on rockstar.
Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 23
  2. Negative: 0 out of 23
  1. Dec 3, 2023
    80
    The silver lining here is that now the game is finally freed from the cage of old hardware. And that's a great thing.
  2. Oct 10, 2023
    90
    With its atmosphere, brilliantly written characters, action-packed missions skillfully set in the open world, and multitude of side activities, Red Dead Redemption can still rival games released years (and console generations) later. I recommend it even to those who don’t much care for the Wild West setting.
  3. If you want to experience Red Dead Redemption, I can recommend the Nintendo Switch version of the game. Although I think its price is high compared to the improvements it offers and a price like $30 would be more affordable, it will not make you regret playing it with its portable gaming experience and problem-free port. If you want to play in front of the TV with better graphics, you can play the game on Xbox with higher resolution and smoother performance, and at a much cheaper price, thanks to backward compatibility.