Red Dead Redemption 2 Modder Unlocks 60FPS on PS5

Red Dead Redemption 2 is often considered the standard for open-world games. Even though it came out in the previous generation of gaming, Rockstar Games’ most recent creation is still admired for its beautiful world and stunning visuals.

The game has been purchased by more than 50 million people so far, but Rockstar Games hasn’t given it proper attention for the latest generation of consoles. As a result, there hasn’t been an official upgrade for the Xbox Series X and PS5.

However, a person on Twitter has developed a modification demonstrating the game running at 60 frames per second on the PS5.

Red Dead Redemption 2 60 FPS on hacked PS5 (Firmware 3.00-4.51) pic.twitter.com/BsXoAVBguo

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This is important: 60 frames per second is the norm for modern consoles. This has motivated numerous game studios to enhance their older games, yet Red Dead Redemption 2 hasn’t received this enhancement.

Rockstar Games has maintained its silence on the subject, causing the community to grow increasingly impatient. Consequently, members of the modding community have taken it upon themselves to enhance the game without an official update.

The video above demonstrates the game’s utilization of PS5 hardware to deliver a seamless 60FPS gaming experience. This achievement was possible using modified firmware (version 3.00-4.51) on the PS5.

Unfortunately, most users won’t have the opportunity to enjoy the game at this high frame rate on their consoles. The individual who shared the video on Twitter didn’t provide any additional specifics.

The specific resolution at which the game operates at this frame rate remains unknown. While Red Dead Redemption 2 runs natively at 4K on Xbox One X and Xbox Series X consoles, the PS5 version supports a lower resolution than the PS4 Pro.

Theoretically, the PS5 should be capable of supporting 4K gameplay for Red Dead Redemption 2, yet it’s uncertain whether Rockstar Games intends to release a patch for improved frame rates and resolution.

Nevertheless, the footage underscores the remarkable potential of Red Dead Redemption 2 on consoles. The game has garnered considerable praise, and adding a 60FPS patch would undoubtedly elevate its excellence.

Before, modifications enabled games like Bloodborne to run at 60FPS. However, these mods haven’t been available to a broader console audience due to the need for modified firmware.

Recent speculations are suggesting that Rockstar Games is in the process of remastering Red Dead Redemption. If this comes to fruition on the latest console generation, PlayStation players might have the opportunity to experience the original game at 60FPS.

Conversely, individuals interested in playing the sequel at a higher frame rate can opt for the PC version. It performs well on most modern systems, achieving 60FPS or even higher.