Red Dead Redemption joined Netflix’s game catalog on Tuesday, a great moment for fans of the franchise as it marks the first time the game is officially available on iOS and Android devices.
Players with a Netflix subscription can now download the game, which features mobile-friendly controls such as touchscreen shooting and navigation. It is important to note that the game does not have a multiplayer mode and players must be online to play. Offline play is not available.
Red Dead Redemption was originally released by Rockstar Games in 2010, and is set in the year 1911 during the Wild West era. Players take on the role of John Marston, an ex-outlaw searching for his kidnapped family. The mobile version includes the standalone expansion pack, “Undead Nightmare,” which follows Marston as he deals with a zombie outbreak.
The inclusion of Red Dead Redemption in Netflix’s gaming lineup is a significant addition to its gaming strategy, especially considering that Netflix has faced challenges in previous years with less than 1% of its subscriber base engaging with available games. The company’s investment in the space finally showed signs of growth in 2024, when estimates revealed that Netflix game downloads were up 180% year-over-year.
Red Dead Redemption is one of Rockstar’s most popular franchises, second only to the iconic Grand Theft Auto series. The game has attracted a dedicated base and some gamers are speculating that a prequel may be announced soon. The recently released mobile game could potentially spark renewed interest in the franchise.
The launch comes on the heels of Netflix introducing games to smart TVs in October. Subscribers can use their phones as controllers to play a collection of party titles including Boggle Party, LEGO Party! and Pictionary.
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The launch also comes just two years after Netflix introduced Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy to its mobile games catalog. However, GTA: San Andreas will be leaving Netflix Games on December 12, marking the last day subscribers can enjoy the title.
