Red Dead Redemption 2 PS5 60 FPS Update May Be Waiting on Rockstar’s GTA 6 Plans
Red Dead Redemption 2 fans are still waiting for the upgrade many believe the game deserves on PlayStation 5. Although Rockstar’s acclaimed open-world western is playable on PS5, it still runs through the PS4 version via backward compatibility. That means players are limited to 30 FPS, despite the newer console being more than capable of delivering a smoother 60 FPS experience.
For years, rumors have suggested that Rockstar Games has been preparing a native PS5 version of Red Dead Redemption 2, possibly with improved performance and modern console enhancements. However, despite repeated speculation, the studio has not officially announced a Red Dead Redemption 2 PS5 upgrade or a 60 FPS patch.
The latest discussion began when known gaming insider NateTheHate was asked on X whether there was any fresh information about the rumored Red Dead Redemption 2 PS5 update. His reply was simply “no,” which immediately sparked more debate among fans.
One user suggested that the update may never have existed at all, pointing out that Grand Theft Auto 6 is now close to launch. Their argument was that if Rockstar had a PS5 version of Red Dead Redemption 2 ready, it likely would have released it before GTA 6 took over the spotlight.
NateTheHate offered a different possibility. According to him, Rockstar’s plans may have shifted once GTA 6 remained on schedule for its November 19 release date. He suggested that the Red Dead Redemption 2 PS5 version could already be complete but held back until Rockstar sees a reason to release it.
The idea is that a Red Dead Redemption 2 PS5 update could have served as a backup plan if GTA 6 had faced another delay. Releasing a 60 FPS version of RDR2 would have given fans something major to enjoy while waiting for Rockstar’s next blockbuster. But with GTA 6 still planned for November, Rockstar may not feel any urgency to push the update out now.
For players hoping to revisit Arthur Morgan’s story with smoother performance, this means the wait could continue. Rockstar’s attention is almost certainly focused on GTA 6, which is expected to be one of the biggest video game launches ever. Even if the Red Dead Redemption 2 PS5 upgrade is real, the company may choose to hold it until after GTA 6 has launched and its marketing cycle has settled.
At this point, nothing has been confirmed officially. Fans should treat all claims as rumors until Rockstar makes an announcement. Still, the possibility that a Red Dead Redemption 2 60 FPS update is finished and waiting in the background is enough to keep hope alive.
For now, Red Dead Redemption 2 remains playable on PS5, but only as the PS4 version running at 30 FPS. Whether Rockstar finally delivers a native PS5 version with 60 FPS support may depend less on development progress and more on timing, strategy, and the massive shadow cast by GTA 6.
