Exciting news for fans of Rockstar’s iconic western adventure! Red Dead Redemption is gearing up for a grand debut on the Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Red Dead Redemption’s Modern Console Arrival
A fresh ESRB rating has emerged for Red Dead Redemption, paving the way for its release on current gaming platforms. The game maintains its M for Mature rating due to intense elements like blood, gore, violence, and more. Intriguingly, the rating hints at “zombies,” suggesting the return of the popular Undead Nightmare expansion.
While Rockstar has yet to officially announce this version, the timing is perfect as they have a gap to fill following the postponement of Grand Theft Auto 6 to November 19, 2026. Originally launched in 2010 for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, Red Dead Redemption is already playable on several platforms, though it lacks a native version for the latest consoles.
Controversy Surrounding Rockstar
In recent developments, Rockstar faced backlash after terminating over 30 employees accused of leaking sensitive information. This move led to protests outside Rockstar offices, with more than 200 workers signing an open letter claiming the firings were efforts to undermine union activities.
Allegedly, all dismissed staff were part of the Independent Workers’ Union of Great Britain (IWGB) and coordinated through an external Discord channel. The IWGB has filed a legal claim against Rockstar, but the company has yet to address these allegations. The outcome of this legal battle could set a precedent for labor relations within the gaming industry.