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{{++}} PС version features graphical and technical improvements, as well as additional in-game content.<ref name="pcgamer">{{Refurl|url=https://www.pcgamer.com/red-dead-redemption-2-system-requirements/|title=Red Dead Redemption 2 system requirements and PC features revealed|date=2019-11-02}}</ref><ref name="nvidia">{{Refurl|url=https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/news/red-dead-redemption-2-pc-nvidia-recommended-gpus/|title=Red Dead Redemption 2: NVIDIA’s Recommended GPUs For 60+ FPS Gameplay|date=2019-11-04}}</ref> | {{++}} PС version features graphical and technical improvements, as well as additional in-game content.<ref name="pcgamer">{{Refurl|url=https://www.pcgamer.com/red-dead-redemption-2-system-requirements/|title=Red Dead Redemption 2 system requirements and PC features revealed|date=2019-11-02}}</ref><ref name="nvidia">{{Refurl|url=https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/news/red-dead-redemption-2-pc-nvidia-recommended-gpus/|title=Red Dead Redemption 2: NVIDIA’s Recommended GPUs For 60+ FPS Gameplay|date=2019-11-04}}</ref> | ||
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'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
− | {{mm}} [https://www.rockstargames.com/reddeadredemption2/ Official | + | {{mm}} [https://www.rockstargames.com/reddeadredemption2/ Official website] |
{{mm}} [https://support.rockstargames.com/categories/115001624507 Official support page] | {{mm}} [https://support.rockstargames.com/categories/115001624507 Official support page] | ||
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Red Dead Redemption 2 Camera settings.png|Camera settings. | Red Dead Redemption 2 Camera settings.png|Camera settings. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
+ | ===[[Glossary:Anti-aliasing (AA)|Anti-aliasing (AA)]]=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Increase sharpening beyond the in-game limit through the config file|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/PCRedDead/comments/dxueie/edit_sharpenintensity_value1000000_in_settingsxml/|title=Edit <sharpenIntensity value="1.000000" /> in settings.xml to add more TAA sharpening than is possible through the ingame menu|date=2019-11-18}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
+ | # Open <code>system.xml</code> in a text editor. | ||
+ | # Find the '''sharpenIntensity''' line (e.g. <code><sharpenIntensity value="1.000000" /></code>). | ||
+ | # Increase the value as desired (e.g. <code><sharpenIntensity value="3.800000" /></code>). | ||
+ | # Save the file. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Accessing in-game Graphics settings will revert the changes. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Setting the file to read-only will preserve the chosen value for the next game launch. | ||
+ | }} | ||
==Input settings== | ==Input settings== | ||
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==Issues unresolved== | ==Issues unresolved== | ||
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===No exclusive fullscreen=== | ===No exclusive fullscreen=== | ||
{{ii}} The Fullscreen mode of the game acts as a maximized borderless window, resulting in concerns among G-Sync monitor users.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/reddeadredemption/comments/ds01n4/no_true_fullscreen_for_rdr2_on_pc/|title=No true fullscreen for RDR2 on PC?|date=2019-11-06}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/reddeadredemption/comments/ds7q6t/cant_get_the_game_to_run_in_fullscreen/|title=Cant get the game to run in fullscreen|date=2019-11-06}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/PCRedDead/comments/dtv26s/settings_reset_from_fullscreen_to_bordeless/f6yx44b/|title=Settings reset from Fullscreen to bordeless window at restart (brightness settings reset too) |date=2019-11-09}}</ref> | {{ii}} The Fullscreen mode of the game acts as a maximized borderless window, resulting in concerns among G-Sync monitor users.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/reddeadredemption/comments/ds01n4/no_true_fullscreen_for_rdr2_on_pc/|title=No true fullscreen for RDR2 on PC?|date=2019-11-06}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/reddeadredemption/comments/ds7q6t/cant_get_the_game_to_run_in_fullscreen/|title=Cant get the game to run in fullscreen|date=2019-11-06}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/PCRedDead/comments/dtv26s/settings_reset_from_fullscreen_to_bordeless/f6yx44b/|title=Settings reset from Fullscreen to bordeless window at restart (brightness settings reset too) |date=2019-11-09}}</ref> | ||
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* [https://support.rockstargames.com/articles/360037892194/Red-Dead-Redemption-2-on-PC-exited-unexpectedly Red Dead Redemption 2 on PC exited unexpectedly] | * [https://support.rockstargames.com/articles/360037892194/Red-Dead-Redemption-2-on-PC-exited-unexpectedly Red Dead Redemption 2 on PC exited unexpectedly] | ||
* [https://support.rockstargames.com/articles/360037908634/RDR2-on-PC-General-Troubleshooting RDR2 on PC General Troubleshooting] | * [https://support.rockstargames.com/articles/360037908634/RDR2-on-PC-General-Troubleshooting RDR2 on PC General Troubleshooting] | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Set the Graphics API to Vulkan in the config file|ref=<ref name="dx12"/>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Set the Graphics API to Vulkan in the config file|ref=<ref name="dx12"/>|fix= | ||
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
− | # Open <code> | + | # Open <code>system.xml</code> in a text editor. |
# Locate <code>kSettingAPI_DX12</code> and change it to <code>kSettingAPI_Vulkan</code> | # Locate <code>kSettingAPI_DX12</code> and change it to <code>kSettingAPI_Vulkan</code> | ||
{{ii}} Alternatively, move the file from the folder to reset the game settings. | {{ii}} Alternatively, move the file from the folder to reset the game settings. | ||
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===Launcher crashing=== | ===Launcher crashing=== | ||
{{ii}} Attempting to launch the game may result in the "Rockstar Launcher exited unexpectedly" error message.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/reddeadredemption2/comments/drzghz/pc_rockstar_launcher_exited_unexpectedly/|title=(PC) Rockstar Launcher Exited Unexpectedly|date=2019-11-06}}</ref> | {{ii}} Attempting to launch the game may result in the "Rockstar Launcher exited unexpectedly" error message.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/reddeadredemption2/comments/drzghz/pc_rockstar_launcher_exited_unexpectedly/|title=(PC) Rockstar Launcher Exited Unexpectedly|date=2019-11-06}}</ref> | ||
+ | {{ii}} A November 8, 2019 launcher update addresses issues related to AMD CPUs.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://support.rockstargames.com/articles/360038677613/Rockstar-Games-Launcher-Release-Notes-v1-0-12-172|title=Rockstar Games Launcher Release Notes – v1.0.12.172|date=2019-11-08}}</ref> | ||
{{Fixbox|description=On Windows 10, make sure the system is [https://support.microsoft.com/help/4028685/ updated to version 1903].|ref=<ref name="gosu">{{Refurl|url=https://www.gosunoob.com/red-dead-redemption-2/errors-exited-unexpectedly-stuck-on-updating-launcher/|title=RDR2 Errors - Exited Unexpectedly, Stuck on Updating Launcher, Audio issues, freezing, poor performance|date=2019-11-06}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/reddeadredemption2/comments/drzghz/pc_rockstar_launcher_exited_unexpectedly/f6n872f/|title=(PC) Rockstar Launcher Exited Unexpectedly comment 1|date=2019-11-06}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/reddeadredemption2/comments/drzghz/pc_rockstar_launcher_exited_unexpectedly/f6mui9p/|title=(PC) Rockstar Launcher Exited Unexpectedly comment 2|date=2019-11-06}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=On Windows 10, make sure the system is [https://support.microsoft.com/help/4028685/ updated to version 1903].|ref=<ref name="gosu">{{Refurl|url=https://www.gosunoob.com/red-dead-redemption-2/errors-exited-unexpectedly-stuck-on-updating-launcher/|title=RDR2 Errors - Exited Unexpectedly, Stuck on Updating Launcher, Audio issues, freezing, poor performance|date=2019-11-06}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/reddeadredemption2/comments/drzghz/pc_rockstar_launcher_exited_unexpectedly/f6n872f/|title=(PC) Rockstar Launcher Exited Unexpectedly comment 1|date=2019-11-06}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/reddeadredemption2/comments/drzghz/pc_rockstar_launcher_exited_unexpectedly/f6mui9p/|title=(PC) Rockstar Launcher Exited Unexpectedly comment 2|date=2019-11-06}}</ref>|fix= | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Set audio output device to Nvidia High Definition Audio|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/PCRedDead/comments/dtq2cd/fix_for_unexpectantly_closed_change_output_to/|title=Fix for unexpectantly closed - Change Output to NVDIA audio|date=2019-11-09}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Set audio output device to Nvidia High Definition Audio|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/PCRedDead/comments/dtq2cd/fix_for_unexpectantly_closed_change_output_to/|title=Fix for unexpectantly closed - Change Output to NVDIA audio|date=2019-11-09}}</ref>|fix= | ||
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# Launch the game and load the current save game. | # Launch the game and load the current save game. | ||
# Move the character to a different area and make a new save.}} | # Move the character to a different area and make a new save.}} | ||
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+ | {{Fixbox|description=Use Nvidia Profile Inspector|ref={{cn}}|fix= | ||
+ | # Download [[Nvidia Profile Inspector]]. | ||
+ | # Download the [https://drive.google.com/open?id=1s0_zfROnKjw7zwvfzbCSWCrfWnb9Jmmo Nvidia 441.12 profile for Red Dead Redemption 2]. | ||
+ | # Open Nvidia Inspector. | ||
+ | # Click the 'Profile Inspector' button to the right of the Driver Version box. | ||
+ | # Once it's finished loading, use the drop-down to select the Read Dead Redemption 2 profile. | ||
+ | # On the top toolbar click Import -> Import Profile(s). | ||
+ | # Select the downloaded 441.12 profile and click OK. | ||
+ | # After it's finished, click Apply Changes.}} | ||
===Game stuttering=== | ===Game stuttering=== | ||
{{ii}} Multiple players have reported in-game stuttering related to high CPU usage.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/PCRedDead/comments/drzweu/freezing/|title=Freezing|date=2019-11-05}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/PCRedDead/comments/dsgdkt/totally_normal_cpu_behavior_while_playing_red/|title=Totally normal CPU behavior while playing Red Dead. (Those are the cause of the random freezes by the way)|date=2019-11-06}}</ref> | {{ii}} Multiple players have reported in-game stuttering related to high CPU usage.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/PCRedDead/comments/drzweu/freezing/|title=Freezing|date=2019-11-05}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/PCRedDead/comments/dsgdkt/totally_normal_cpu_behavior_while_playing_red/|title=Totally normal CPU behavior while playing Red Dead. (Those are the cause of the random freezes by the way)|date=2019-11-06}}</ref> | ||
− | {{ | + | {{ii}} The issue was addressed in the November 19, 2019 game update.<ref name="update"/> |
− | + | {{ii}} Rockstar Games recommend that Nvidia users update to [https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4930 GeForce Hotfix Driver Version 441.34] and remove any launch arguments used to work around the problem.<ref name="update"/> | |
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{{Fixbox|description=Enable asynchronous compute through the config file|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Infogram|date=2019-11-13|comment=VK mode is fixed for me with this setting enabled, previously VK was unplayable with 5-10 second freezing multiple times a minute, now freezes are a lot more rare, and only last a couple seconds (with bonus of better FPS than DX12 too!)}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/PCRedDead/comments/dvh2ed/tip_if_you_have_an_i5_and_are_getting_constant/|title=TIP: If you have an i5 and are getting constant freezes, try this|date=2019-11-13}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Enable asynchronous compute through the config file|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Infogram|date=2019-11-13|comment=VK mode is fixed for me with this setting enabled, previously VK was unplayable with 5-10 second freezing multiple times a minute, now freezes are a lot more rare, and only last a couple seconds (with bonus of better FPS than DX12 too!)}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/PCRedDead/comments/dvh2ed/tip_if_you_have_an_i5_and_are_getting_constant/|title=TIP: If you have an i5 and are getting constant freezes, try this|date=2019-11-13}}</ref>|fix= | ||
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
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{{ii}} The system mouse cursor may persistently appear on top of the game window.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.cgmagonline.com/reviews/red-dead-redemption-2-pc-review/|title=Red Dead Redemption 2 (PC) Review|date=2019-11-13}}</ref> | {{ii}} The system mouse cursor may persistently appear on top of the game window.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.cgmagonline.com/reviews/red-dead-redemption-2-pc-review/|title=Red Dead Redemption 2 (PC) Review|date=2019-11-13}}</ref> | ||
{{ii}} Commonly reported by owners of the Epic Games Store version of the game.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://old.reddit.com/r/PCRedDead/comments/dwgaay/epic_games_version_without_cursor_bug_anyone/|title=Epic Games version without cursor bug anyone?|date=2019-11-14}}</ref> | {{ii}} Commonly reported by owners of the Epic Games Store version of the game.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://old.reddit.com/r/PCRedDead/comments/dwgaay/epic_games_version_without_cursor_bug_anyone/|title=Epic Games version without cursor bug anyone?|date=2019-11-14}}</ref> | ||
+ | {{ii}} The issue was addressed in the November 19, 2019 game update.<ref name="update"/> | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Install update [https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4522741/oct-24-2019-kb4522741-cumulative-update-for-net-framework KB4522741] on Windows 10|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/reddeadredemption/comments/drzkir/how_do_i_get_my_mouse_cursor_off_of_my_pc_screen/f6ntomp/|title=How do I get my mouse cursor off of my pc screen? comment 1|date=2019-11-13}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Install update [https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4522741/oct-24-2019-kb4522741-cumulative-update-for-net-framework KB4522741] on Windows 10|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/reddeadredemption/comments/drzkir/how_do_i_get_my_mouse_cursor_off_of_my_pc_screen/f6ntomp/|title=How do I get my mouse cursor off of my pc screen? comment 1|date=2019-11-13}}</ref>|fix= | ||
# Search for and click on '''Check for updates''' using the taskbar search functionality. | # Search for and click on '''Check for updates''' using the taskbar search functionality. | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Set Screen Type to Windowed Borderless in the Graphics settings|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/ultrawidemasterrace/comments/dthm2c/rdr2_map_is_compressed_on_5760x1080/|title=RDR2 - Map is compressed on 5760x1080|date=2019-11-08}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Set Screen Type to Windowed Borderless in the Graphics settings|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/ultrawidemasterrace/comments/dthm2c/rdr2_map_is_compressed_on_5760x1080/|title=RDR2 - Map is compressed on 5760x1080|date=2019-11-08}}</ref>|fix= | ||
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+ | ===Water flickering=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Increase Water Refraction quality in the Graphics settings menu|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/PCRedDead/comments/dxazuw/anyone_elses_water_glitched_af_after_yesterdays/|title=Anyone else's water glitched AF after yesterday's update?|date=2019-11-17}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | }} | ||
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+ | ===Incorrect map marker placement=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Waypoints and markers may not get placed at the mouse cursor position on the in-game map.<ref name="marker">{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/PCRedDead/comments/dw6pox/anyone_else_experiencing_the_broken_waypoint/|title=Anyone else experiencing the broken waypoint & marker system in online?|date=2019-11-14}}</ref> | ||
+ | {{ii}} The issue was addressed in the November 19, 2019 game update.<ref name="update"/> | ||
==Other information== | ==Other information== | ||
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{{Standard table/row|-height Y|Sets the game display height to Y.<ref name="rose10"/>}} | {{Standard table/row|-height Y|Sets the game display height to Y.<ref name="rose10"/>}} | ||
{{Standard table/row|-fullscreen|Forces the game to launch in Fullscreen mode.}} | {{Standard table/row|-fullscreen|Forces the game to launch in Fullscreen mode.}} | ||
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|recGPU2 = AMD Radeon RX 480 | |recGPU2 = AMD Radeon RX 480 | ||
|recVRAM = 6 GB (Nvidia), 4 GB (AMD) | |recVRAM = 6 GB (Nvidia), 4 GB (AMD) | ||
− | |notes = {{ii}} Independent benchmarks indicate that meeting the recommended system requirements is not enough for 60 FPS at 1080p at the High and Ultra graphics settings.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.guru3d.com/articles_pages/red_dead_redemption_2_pc_graphics_performance_benchmark_review,5.html|title=Red Dead Redemption 2: PC graphics performance benchmark review - Graphics card performance 1080p|date=2019-11-06}}</ref> | + | |notes = {{ii}} Independent benchmarks indicate that meeting the recommended system requirements is not enough for 60 FPS at 1080p at the High and Ultra graphics settings.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.guru3d.com/articles_pages/red_dead_redemption_2_pc_graphics_performance_benchmark_review,5.html|title=Red Dead Redemption 2: PC graphics performance benchmark review - Graphics card performance 1080p|date=2019-11-06}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.pcgamer.com/red-dead-redemption-2-settings-guide-system-requirements-performance-tweaks-benchmarks-and-more/|title=Red Dead Redemption 2 settings guide, system requirements, port analysis, performance tweaks, benchmarks, and more|date=2019-11-18}}</ref> |
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Revision as of 00:34, 20 November 2019
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Rockstar Games[1] | |
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RAGE[2] | |
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Windows | November 5, 2019 |
Key points
- PС version features graphical and technical improvements, as well as additional in-game content.[3][4]
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Official website | Special Edition and Ultimate Edition also available. | |||
Epic Games Store | Special Edition and Ultimate Edition also available. | |||
GamersGate | Special Edition and Ultimate Edition also available. | |||
Special Edition and Ultimate Edition also available. | ||||
Green Man Gaming | Special Edition and Ultimate Edition also available. | |||
Humble Store | Special Edition and Ultimate Edition also available. |
- All versions require Rockstar Games Launcher DRM.
Version differences
- Pre-orders through Rockstar Games platforms included the Outlaw Survival Kit, War Horse, Treasure Map, Cash Bonus for Story Mode, 50 Gold Bars for Red Dead Online, and Rockstar games of choice.[Note 1][5]
Pre-purchasing through other stores granted 25 Gold Bars for Red Dead Online. - Special Edition includes the following Story Mode content: Bank Robbery Mission and Gang Hideout, Dappled Black Thoroughbred, Nuevo Paraiso Gunslinger Outfit, Talismans & Medallion gameplay bonuses, gameplay boosts, cash bonuses & discounts, and free access to additional weapons.
- Ultimate Edition includes all Special Edition content, and the following for Red Dead Online: bonus outfits & free Survivor Camp Theme, Black Chestnut Thoroughbred, free access to additional weapons, and rank bonuses.
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
Use modified files to skip intro videos[6] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Rockstar Games\Red Dead Redemption 2\Settings\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/1174180/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Rockstar Games\Red Dead Redemption 2\Profiles\<user-id>\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/1174180/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Epic Games Launcher | ||
OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud |
- Supports save game files syncing with the Rockstar Games cloud.[7]
Video settings
Anti-aliasing (AA)
Increase sharpening beyond the in-game limit through the config file[8] |
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Input settings
Key remapping options.[Note 3]
Audio settings
Localizations
- Game language is tied to that of the Rockstar Games launcher, selectable through its Settings.[9]
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Simplified Chinese | ||||
Traditional Chinese | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | ||||
Korean | ||||
Polish | ||||
Portuguese | ||||
Brazilian Portuguese | ||||
Russian | ||||
Spanish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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Local play | ||||
LAN play | ||||
Online play | 32 | Co-op, Versus Up to 4 players in co-op. |
Connection types
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Matchmaking |
VR support
Issues unresolved
No exclusive fullscreen
- The Fullscreen mode of the game acts as a maximized borderless window, resulting in concerns among G-Sync monitor users.[10][11][12]
- DirectX 12 does not support exclusive fullscreen but sets to maintain its expected benefits to performance.[13]
Issues fixed
Game crashing
- The game may crash on launch, resulting in the "Red Dead Redemption 2 on PC exited unexpectedly" error message.
Temporarily disable anti-virus software or add the game folder to its list of scan exclusions.[14] |
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See the related Rockstar Games support articles containing possible solutions. |
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- Possible workarounds exist for crashes on launch related to having set the Graphics API to DirectX 12.[16]
Install DirectX Graphics Tools on Windows 10[17][18] |
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Launcher crashing
- Attempting to launch the game may result in the "Rockstar Launcher exited unexpectedly" error message.[19]
- A November 8, 2019 launcher update addresses issues related to AMD CPUs.[20]
On Windows 10, make sure the system is updated to version 1903.[21][22][23] |
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Set audio output device to Nvidia High Definition Audio[24] |
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'ERR_GFX_STATE' after loading game
Clear graphics cache files[27][28] |
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Use Nvidia Profile Inspector[citation needed] |
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Game stuttering
- Multiple players have reported in-game stuttering related to high CPU usage.[29][30]
- The issue was addressed in the November 19, 2019 game update.[15]
- Rockstar Games recommend that Nvidia users update to GeForce Hotfix Driver Version 441.34 and remove any launch arguments used to work around the problem.[15]
Enable asynchronous compute through the config file[31][32] |
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Change in-game graphics API to DirectX 12[33][34][35] |
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Persistent mouse cursor
- The system mouse cursor may persistently appear on top of the game window.[36]
- Commonly reported by owners of the Epic Games Store version of the game.[37]
- The issue was addressed in the November 19, 2019 game update.[15]
Install update KB4522741 on Windows 10[38] |
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Remove overlay files of the Epic Games launcher[39] |
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Display mouse pointer trails[40] |
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Incorrect resolution at launch
- The game may start at an incorrect resolution, resulting in out-of-screen elements and inability to reach the graphics settings.[41][42]
Use the -width and -height command line arguments[21] |
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Disable Nvidia DSR[43] |
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Incorrect map display at 48:9
- The in-game map might scale incorrectly at 48:9 multi-monitor resolutions.
Set Screen Type to Windowed Borderless in the Graphics settings[44] |
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Water flickering
Increase Water Refraction quality in the Graphics settings menu[45] |
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Incorrect map marker placement
- Waypoints and markers may not get placed at the mouse cursor position on the in-game map.[46]
- The issue was addressed in the November 19, 2019 game update.[15]
Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 12 | |
Vulkan | 1.1 | [Note 4] |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Middleware
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Cutscenes | Bink Video |
Command line arguments
Command | Notes |
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-cpuLoadRebalancing | Rebalances workload on the CPU cores - used to avoid in-game stalling.[15] |
-scofflineonly | Disables the Social Club online functionality in the game.[47] |
-safemode | Starts the game with minimum settings for troubleshooting.[47] |
-width X | Sets the game display width to X.[47] |
-height Y | Sets the game display height to Y.[47] |
-fullscreen | Forces the game to launch in Fullscreen mode. |
Game progress overview online
Red Dead Redemption 2 overview on Rockstar Games Social Club |
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System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 7 SP1 | 10 (v1803) |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i5-2500K AMD FX-6300 |
Intel Core i7-4770K AMD Ryzen 5 1500X |
System memory (RAM) | 8 GB | 12 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 150 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 770 AMD Radeon R9 280 2 GB (Nvidia), 3 GB (AMD) of VRAM | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 AMD Radeon RX 480 6 GB (Nvidia), 4 GB (AMD) of VRAM |
Sound (audio device) | DirectX compatible |
Notes
- ↑ Two for pre-orders before October 22, 2019, or one of the following:
Grand Theft Auto III, Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, Bully: Scholarship Edition, L.A. Noire: The Complete Edition, Max Payne 3: The Complete Edition. - ↑ 2.0 2.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (1174180) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
- ↑ Shown here partially. The actual scrollable in-game list contains over 100 actions in the following categories: Common, In-Game Camera, On Foot, On Horse, Wagons, Boats and Trains, Combat, Lock-On and Interact, In-Game Menus, Radar, Inventory, Activities, Photo Mode, Portable Camera, and Online Gameplay.
- ↑ vulkan-1.dll version 1.1.108 as of November 13, 2019.
References
- ↑ The Story Behind the Story of ‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ - last accessed on 2019-10-23
- "As “Red Dead Redemption 2” wrapped up, it did so with a singular group not distinguished as Rockstar North or Rockstar Lincoln, but simply as Rockstar Games."
- ↑ Red Dead Redemption 2's state-of-the-art technology analysed • Eurogamer.net
- ↑ Red Dead Redemption 2 system requirements and PC features revealed - last accessed on 2019-11-02
- ↑ Red Dead Redemption 2: NVIDIA’s Recommended GPUs For 60+ FPS Gameplay - last accessed on 2019-11-04
- ↑ Red-Dead-Redemption-2-Coming-to-PC-November-5th
- ↑ Verified by User:Rose on 2019-11-10
- ↑ Verified by User:Rose on 2019-11-05
- Removing the local files and launching the game resulted in a conflict prompt that allowed to successfully download the files from the cloud.
- ↑ Edit <sharpenIntensity value="1.000000" /> in settings.xml to add more TAA sharpening than is possible through the ingame menu - last accessed on 2019-11-18
- ↑ How to Change the Subtitles Language in Red Dead Redemption 2 For PC - last accessed on 2019-11-05
- ↑ No true fullscreen for RDR2 on PC? - last accessed on 2019-11-06
- ↑ Cant get the game to run in fullscreen - last accessed on 2019-11-06
- ↑ Settings reset from Fullscreen to bordeless window at restart (brightness settings reset too) - last accessed on 2019-11-09
- ↑ Unlocked Frame Rate and More Now Enabled for UWP - last accessed on 2019-11-13
- ↑ (FIX for crashing) Disable your anti virus and its firewall - last accessed on 2019-11-05
- ↑ 15.0 15.1 15.2 15.3 15.4 15.5 RDR2 Title Update 1.14 Notes (PS4 / Xbox One / PC) - last accessed on 2019-11-14
- ↑ RDR2: Launch issues megathread - Nov 10th comment 1 - last accessed on 2019-11-11
- ↑ 17.0 17.1 Can't launch game after switching to DIRECTX 12 - last accessed on 2019-11-11
- ↑ RDR2: Launch issues megathread - Nov 10th comment 2 - last accessed on 2019-11-11
- ↑ (PC) Rockstar Launcher Exited Unexpectedly - last accessed on 2019-11-06
- ↑ Rockstar Games Launcher Release Notes – v1.0.12.172 - last accessed on 2019-11-08
- ↑ 21.0 21.1 RDR2 Errors - Exited Unexpectedly, Stuck on Updating Launcher, Audio issues, freezing, poor performance - last accessed on 2019-11-06
- ↑ (PC) Rockstar Launcher Exited Unexpectedly comment 1 - last accessed on 2019-11-06
- ↑ (PC) Rockstar Launcher Exited Unexpectedly comment 2 - last accessed on 2019-11-06
- ↑ Fix for unexpectantly closed - Change Output to NVDIA audio - last accessed on 2019-11-09
- ↑ Before the new Update, my game worked fine but with the new update I get this error everytime i start singleplayer. Anybody else getting this? - last accessed on 2019-11-14
- ↑ Is anyone else having trouble with the -cpuLoadRebalancing launch param? After I set it to use that I can't seem to load into story mode, just gives an "ERR_GFX_STATE" error - last accessed on 2019-11-14
- ↑ Tried a few things and it seems to fix it I needed to delete the 3 sga_vulkan_final_init files inside Documents\Rockstar Games\Red Dead Redemption 2\Settings folder - last accessed on 2019-11-14
- ↑ Verified by User:Infogram on 2019-11-14
- Removing these files allowed the game to load without the error appearing, need to delete these each time I want to start the game though otherwise the error immediately returns.
- ↑ Freezing - last accessed on 2019-11-05
- ↑ Totally normal CPU behavior while playing Red Dead. (Those are the cause of the random freezes by the way) - last accessed on 2019-11-06
- ↑ Verified by User:Infogram on 2019-11-13
- VK mode is fixed for me with this setting enabled, previously VK was unplayable with 5-10 second freezing multiple times a minute, now freezes are a lot more rare, and only last a couple seconds (with bonus of better FPS than DX12 too!)
- ↑ TIP: If you have an i5 and are getting constant freezes, try this - last accessed on 2019-11-13
- ↑ Verified by User:Infogram on 2019-11-09
- Solved all stutter/freezing issues, went from almost constant multiple-second freezes to far fewer (game was unplayable beforehand)
- ↑ Performance guide with fix for freezing issues (especially for i5 and Geforce users) - last accessed on 2019-11-11
- ↑ If you're having stability issues on a Ryzen CPU, try switching from Vulkan to DirectX12. - last accessed on 2019-11-11
- ↑ Red Dead Redemption 2 (PC) Review - last accessed on 2019-11-13
- ↑ Epic Games version without cursor bug anyone? - last accessed on 2019-11-14
- ↑ How do I get my mouse cursor off of my pc screen? comment 1 - last accessed on 2019-11-13
- ↑ Epic Store Mouse Cursor Fix for new 1.14 Patch (Deleted these files from Epic Launcher) - last accessed on 2019-11-15
- ↑ How do I get my mouse cursor off of my pc screen? comment 2 - last accessed on 2019-11-13
- ↑ I cannot access the settings to change my resolution. - last accessed on 2019-11-07
- ↑ Resolution issue (PC) - last accessed on 2019-11-07
- ↑ How to fix this? My ingame resolution is kinda screwed, can't see any buttons.. does anyone know what should I do? - last accessed on 2019-11-08
- ↑ RDR2 - Map is compressed on 5760x1080 - last accessed on 2019-11-08
- ↑ Anyone else's water glitched AF after yesterday's update? - last accessed on 2019-11-17
- ↑ Anyone else experiencing the broken waypoint & marker system in online? - last accessed on 2019-11-14
- ↑ 47.0 47.1 47.2 47.3 Verified by User:Rose on 2019-11-09
- Verified as working.
- ↑ Red Dead Redemption 2: PC graphics performance benchmark review - Graphics card performance 1080p - last accessed on 2019-11-06
- ↑ Red Dead Redemption 2 settings guide, system requirements, port analysis, performance tweaks, benchmarks, and more - last accessed on 2019-11-18