The reveal of the Switch 2 earlier this year highlighted the importance of third-party support, with numerous publishers expressing interest in leveraging the console’s enhanced horsepower and the enduring popularity of its predecessor. For those seeking third-party games on the new system, few titles are as highly anticipated as Red Dead Redemption 2, which may be coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 later this year.

According to Gamereactor, sources close to Rockstar Games have indicated that the critically acclaimed open-world Western, initially released in 2018, is likely to be ported to the Switch 2, possibly coinciding with or following a long-rumored next-gen update for the PS5 and Xbox Series X. Although Red Dead Redemption 2 is currently available on both platforms, it has not been optimized to take full advantage of the newer hardware’s capabilities, unlike GTA 5. It is essential to note that this information should not be considered an official announcement.

Rockstar has demonstrated a commitment to supporting the current Switch throughout its lifespan, having released ports of L.A. Noire, the original 3D Grand Theft Auto trilogy, and the first Red Dead Redemption. Given the Switch 2’s expected performance, roughly equivalent to the base model PS4 according to Digital Foundry, it is reasonable to assume that Rockstar would be interested in porting Red Dead Redemption 2 to the console. A more comprehensive understanding of the Switch 2’s capabilities will emerge once the console is released and subjected to rigorous testing.

The potential release of Red Dead Redemption 2 on the Switch 2, as well as a current-gen patch, could serve as a strategic move by Rockstar to fill the gap between now and the launch of GTA 6, which has been recently delayed until May 2026. With a 97 percent score on Metacritic, RDR2 is one of the developer’s most highly acclaimed titles, and it is likely that many fans would be eager to revisit the game’s world while awaiting the release of GTA 6.