More than ten years after its initial release, one of Rockstar’s most memorable games is about to return to the spotlight. From December 2, 2025, Red Dead Redemption joins the PlayStation Plus catalog, accessible at no additional cost to subscribers. The news was confirmed via Rockstar’s official blog, putting to rest rumors sparked earlier today by the appearance of new ESRB ratings for current consoles.
But this arrival on PlayStation Plus will not be isolated. In addition to PS5, the game will also be available on Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, iOS and Android.
The console versions were developed in collaboration with Double Eleven and Cast Iron Games, promising an enhanced visual experience and optimized performance. On mobile, players will be able to access it via the Netflix subscription, a first for a Rockstar title.
A surprise return orchestrated by Rockstar
As usual, Rockstar preferred radio silence before a punchy announcement. Rockstar, being Rockstar, made this announcement a complete surprise for the players.”The effect worked: the reissue created an event, especially since subscribers to the GTA+ service will also be able to play for free Red Dead Redemption via their Games Library.
This return concerns both current players and those who own the game on previous consoles: Rockstar has announced that owners of the PS4 or Xbox One version will benefit from a free upgrade.
A full version with Undead Nightmare
The game will also include Undead Nightmareits cult extension with horrific overtones. In this additional content, players immerse themselves in an America devastated by a zombie epidemic. We still follow John Marston, a tortured hero in search of redemption, this time confronted with a supernatural scourge. As a reminder, Red Dead Redemption takes place after the events of Red Dead Redemption 2and follows Marston’s attempt to leave his outlaw life behind.
While Red Dead Redemption 2 having just been crowned the fourth best-selling game of all time, this return of the original episode is part of a dynamic of rediscovery for new players as well as for early fans.