Red Dead Redemption 2 — System Requirements, Mods & Performance
Everything you need to run, tune, and master Red Dead Redemption 2: official specs, FPS estimates, crash fixes, optimization, and our editor’s best tips.
Last updated 2026-09-09 · evergreen reference
Red Dead Redemption 2 is a action title from Rockstar Games (2018). This hub collects our evergreen reference for it: can your PC run it, how to push the highest FPS, the crashes players hit most, and — where the game supports it — the mods and settings that make it better.
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At a glance
The quick facts about Red Dead Redemption 2 and what this hub covers.
Red Dead Redemption 2 — key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Developer | Rockstar Games |
| Release | 2018 |
| Genre | Action |
| ESRB / Age | Mature |
| Rating | 96/100 (Metacritic) |
| Mod support | Yes — client mods |
| Our verdict | Runs on GTX 770 2 GB at minimum; a GTX 1060 6 GB-class card targets high settings. |
Will it run? Performance snapshot
Editorial FPS estimates so you know what to expect before installing. 150 GB open-world. One of the best-optimized AAA titles — even min spec runs it respectably at 1080p.
Estimated FPS by GPU
Editorial performance estimates at native/upscaled settings. Real FPS varies with CPU, RAM speed, drivers, and in-game scene complexity — verify with the in-game benchmark.
| GPU | 1080p Competitive | 1080p High | 1440p Ultra | 4K Ultra* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTX 1060 6GB | 55 | 40 | 25 | 20 |
| RX 580 8GB | 55 | 40 | 25 | 20 |
| RTX 2060 | 85 | 60 | 35 | 20 |
| RX 6600 | 95 | 65 | 40 | 20 |
| RTX 3060 | 115 | 85 | 50 | 25 |
| RTX 4070 | 210 | 150 | 90 | 50 |
| RX 6800 XT | 220 | 155 | 95 | 50 |
What’s in this hub
Five focused guides plus a game-specific deep dive.
System Requirements
Official minimum, recommended and 4K specs, plus a "will it run" verdict.
Open: Red Dead Redemption 2 System Requirements.
Mods & Customization
The best mods and how to install them safely.
Open: Red Dead Redemption 2 Mods & Customization.
Crash Fixes
Common errors and a step-by-step troubleshooting playbook.
Open: Red Dead Redemption 2 Crash Fixes.
Optimization
Best PC settings, upscaling, and expected FPS by GPU.
Open: Red Dead Redemption 2 Optimization.
Story & Online Tips
RDR2’s story is a slow-burn masterpiece; Online is a grind. A few habits make both far more enjoyable.
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