Red Dead Redemption 2 was first released on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on October 26, 2018.

Main console release

  • The worldwide launch for Red Dead Redemption 2 on consoles happened on October 26, 2018.
  • This date is what most people mean when they ask “when did Red Dead 2 come out,” since it was the original debut of the game.

Other platforms

  • A PC version followed later, releasing on November 5, 2019 via Rockstar’s PC launcher and other digital storefronts.
  • The game also reached additional platforms such as Google Stadia in November 2019, expanding beyond its original console audience.

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