Red Dead Redemption Returning with PS5 Physical Release and Switch 2 'Code-In-A-Box'

Why this matters: This release provides options for players who prefer physical copies or want to experience Red Dead Redemption on modern consoles. The 'code-in-a-box' for Switch 2, however, has sparked debate due to its lack of a physical cartridge.

Red Dead Redemption, originally released in 2010, is considered one of the best video games ever made. The upcoming physical release for PS5 marks the first time fans can purchase the game as a physical edition for the console, eliminating the need to upgrade from the PS4 version.

However, the rumored 'code-in-a-box' release for Nintendo Switch 2 has been met with mixed reactions. While it provides access to the game and the Undead Nightmare DLC, the absence of a physical cartridge is a point of contention for collectors and those who prefer owning physical media.

Despite fan anticipation for a next-gen port of Red Dead Redemption 2, Rockstar Games is currently focused on Grand Theft Auto VI. These new releases of the original Red Dead Redemption offer fans a way to revisit the classic game on current-generation hardware.

Both are rumored to be released on May 7, 2026.

Both the PS5 physical copy and the Switch 2 'code-in-a-box' version include the base game and the Undead Nightmare expansion.

The PS5 version is priced at €32.90, while the Switch 2 version is priced at €34.99.

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