The Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) has recently established a new classification page for the original Red Dead Redemption, indicating the game might soon become available on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S platforms. While it may not feature the same level of visual polish as its 2018 successor, Red Dead Redemption continues to deliver an engaging storyline and captivating open-world environment that remains impressive fifteen years following its original debut.

Initially launched in May 2010 for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 systems, Red Dead Redemption follows the journey of John Marston, a reformed criminal compelled to track down former associates from his outlaw days to atone for previous transgressions. Although Red Dead Redemption received PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch adaptations in 2023, and Xbox One and Series X/S owners can access the Xbox 360 edition through backward compatibility features, there currently exists no method to experience the original Red Dead Redemption natively on contemporary gaming systems.

This situation appears poised for transformation. The ESRB has recently published a fresh listing for Red Dead Redemption that exists independently from the 2023 Nintendo Switch and PS4 adaptation, the 2024 PC version, and the initial 2010 Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 classifications. This updated Red Dead Redemption ESRB rating specifically identifies "PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series" as its designated platforms, implying that a current-generation adaptation of the inaugural Red Dead title might be arriving shortly.

The content description accompanying this new Switch 2, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S classification matches precisely with those created for the PC, Switch, and PS4 adaptations, indicating that the material within this potential upcoming current-generation version remains identical to those releases. This shared content description also mentions participating in firearm combat with "zombies," which would imply that Red Dead Redemption's Undead Nightmare expansion would be bundled together with these current-generation adaptations, similar to the PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch versions.

Following the recent postponement of Grand Theft Auto 6, it appears Rockstar is making concerted efforts to maintain positive standing with its fan community. Grand Theft Auto 5 is returning to PlayStation Plus Extra this month, and the introduction of a current-generation Red Dead Redemption adaptation could generate significant satisfaction among enthusiasts. Naturally, Rockstar possesses additional opportunities to win over supporters disappointed by GTA 6's recent delay. While a native PS5, Switch 2, and Xbox Series X/S edition of Red Dead 1 would be warmly received, loyal followers have been requesting a Red Dead Redemption 2 current-generation enhancement for several years.