Red Dead Redemption 2: Heading to Nintendo Switch 2 with Possible PS5/Xbox Series X|S Upgrade?

Hold your horses, folks! The Wild West might be expanding its horizons. Rumors are swirling that Red Dead Redemption 2, the critically acclaimed open-world masterpiece from Rockstar Games, could be making its way to the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. But that's not all – whispers also suggest that a next-gen upgrade for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S could be on the horizon!

According to reports from Gamereactor and Nintendúo, sources close to Rockstar Games indicate that a Red Dead Redemption 2 port for the Nintendo Switch 2 is in development and could potentially launch later this year. This would be a major win for Nintendo, bringing one of the most beloved and visually stunning games of the last decade to their new console.

But the good news doesn't stop there. The same sources suggest that Rockstar is also working on a "next-gen upgrade patch" for the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. This patch would bring improved graphics and performance to the current-gen consoles, finally addressing the long-standing complaints about the game being locked at 30fps on the PS5. For many, this upgrade is long overdue, and would bring the PS5 experience in line with what's currently available on Xbox Series X|S.

The possibility of a Red Dead Redemption 2 upgrade for current-gen consoles has been a topic of speculation for years. Liam Croft from Push Square notes that the absence of a PS5 patch is “one of the most unexplainable things of the PS5 generation so far.” Previous rumors suggested that these plans were shelved to focus on GTA 6. However, with the recent delay of GTA 6 to the next fiscal year, it seems Rockstar and Take-Two might be looking for ways to fill the release schedule, making a Red Dead Redemption 2 update a plausible move.

While the news is exciting, it's important to remember that these are still rumors. Rockstar Games has yet to officially confirm any plans regarding a Nintendo Switch 2 port or a current-gen upgrade. Until then, we should all take this news with a grain of salt.

What do you think about the possibility of Red Dead Redemption 2 on the Nintendo Switch 2 and a potential next-gen upgrade? Would you double-dip for a new version of the game? Share your thoughts and theories in the comments below!

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