Does the wait finally is coming to an end? Fans of Red Dead Redemption 2the cult western of Rockstar Games, could finally see their wish granted: an optimized version for PS5, Xbox Series X/S and even Nintendo Switch 2 would be ready. This is what Nate the Hate, an insider renowned in the world of video games, which relaunches the hopes of a long -awaited portage.
Since its initial release in 2018, RDR2 never received a major technical update for current consoles. Despite the insistent requests from the community, Rockstar has so far been content to ignore the subject. But this time, Nate The Hate’s statements change the situation. According to him, “PS5 versions, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch 2 by Red Dead Redemption 2 exist” and “they were already developed and that they would be ready to be available as soon as possible”.
An ideal timing between birthday and launch of GTA 6
The declaration comes at a strategic moment. Red Dead Redemption 2 will celebrate its seventh anniversary in October 2025. A symbolic date that Rockstar could choose to discreetly publish an optimized version, creating the event without announcing it in advance. The idea of a “shadow drop” on the occasion of this anniversary already circulates within the community.
Another element reinforcing this hypothesis: the announced release of Grand Theft Auto VI in May 2026. Rockstar could take advantage of the hollow period preceding to occupy the media terrain and revive interest around its licenses. An improved version of RDR2 would come in time to make the players wait and maximize the visibility of the franchise before the launch of the next blockbuster.
A surprise announcement from Rockstar in the coming weeks?
For the time being, Rockstar Games has still not officially expressed on these Next-Gen portes. But Nate The Hate’s statement, although isolated, seems more credible than previous rumors. Several elements converge on an outing window in the fall of 2025, a period historically conducive to the major video game announcements.
Pending confirmation, fans scrutinize the slightest Rockstar activity on social networks and online stores. A furtive update, a teaser or an announcement on the Rockstar Launcher could be enough to trigger the enthusiasm of millions of players. What if Arthur Morgan’s digital West West finally was preparing to ride towards the new generation?