Red Dead
News, coverage and analysis tracking Red Dead across the outlets.- UK software sales chart for the week ending July 4, 2026 – Rhythm Heaven Groove debuts in the top 5, Star Fox still going strongThe latest UK software sales chart for the week ending July 4, 2026, shows Rhythm Heaven Groove debuting at number 5 and Star Fox holding strong at number 4. EA SPORTS FC 26 leads the chart, with a variety of other titles from Nintendo, Capcom, and Electronic Arts filling out the top 20.
- Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – July 5, 2026 – Star Fox leads againThe Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of July 5, 2026, show Star Fox leading for the second consecutive week. Cyberpunk 2077 and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild are also performing well due to ongoing sales. Moonlight Peaks is making a strong debut, ranking sixth overall and first on the download-only list.
- Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
- What are we all playing this weekend?Several members of a gaming publication share their weekend plans, which include playing Darktide, Red Dead Redemption 2, and various titles purchased during the Steam Summer Sale like Noita and Minishoot's Adventures. Other team members are focusing on outdoor activities like cycling or attending family events, with some experiencing extreme heat.
- I've hunted down every confirmed GTA 6 gun in its trailers and screenshots so farThis article details 19 confirmed weapons spotted in trailers and screenshots for Grand Theft Auto VI, noting that many appear to have specific names rather than generic classifications like in Grand Theft Auto V. It highlights several firearms, including revolvers, pistols, carbines, SMGs, shotguns, and a grenade launcher, with some featuring unique customizations or references to previous games.
- GTA 6's free pre-order bonus comes with a catch – it's automatically set to charge you a month after…Players pre-ordering Grand Theft Auto 6 are being warned about a free month of GTA+ that comes with the purchase. While the subscription offers benefits for Grand Theft Auto Online and access to other Rockstar titles, it automatically renews after the free month unless manually turned off. This auto-renewal feature has prompted caution among fans to avoid unexpected charges.
- GTA 6 PS5 Pre-Orders Come with a Bonus, But You Must Be Very CarefulPre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 on PlayStation 5 include a Vintage Vice City cosmetics pack and a one-month subscription to GTA+. This GTA+ subscription auto-renews, so players must remember to cancel it before the free month expires to avoid additional charges. The subscription offers benefits within Grand Theft Auto Online and access to free Rockstar Games titles.
- Digital Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders come with this bonus that you can instantly use to play free GTA gamesDigital pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S include a free month of GTA+. This subscription service offers benefits for GTA Online, such as in-game cash and exclusive vehicles, and grants access to a library of older Rockstar Games titles like Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption.
- Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Blasphemous 2, Dave the Diver, moreThe North American Nintendo Switch eShop is currently featuring its lowest prices ever on a wide selection of games, including Blasphemous 2 and Dave the Diver. Numerous other titles from various publishers are also available at significant discounts, with a full list accessible on Nintendo's website.
- The Sunday PapersThis article uses a metaphorical football match to discuss various aspects of game development and journalism. It touches on character expression in games like God of War, the open-world design of Red Dead Redemption, and the personal experiences of journalists from outlets like Kotaku, PC Gamer, and IGN.
- What are we all playing this weekend?Several members of the RPS team share their weekend gaming plans. James is enjoying Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core, while Julian plans to finish Cyberpunk and Mark continues his Red Dead Redemption playthrough. Jeremy will be playing Final Fantasy XII on his Steam Deck during a holiday.
- I Hope GTA 6 Will Let Me Trip Balls Again And Be An AlligatorThis article expresses a strong desire for Grand Theft Auto 6 to include transformative gameplay mechanics, specifically the ability to play as an alligator, similar to the drug-fueled hallucinations in Grand Theft Auto 5. The author believes Rockstar Games excels when it incorporates surprising and reality-bending elements into its detailed open worlds, citing examples like jetpacks in San Andreas and UFOs in Grand Theft Auto 5. The hope is that Grand Theft Auto 6 will offer similar memorable, unconventional experiences alongside its core heists and drama.
- Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – June 14, 2026 – Xenoblade makes a run at Pokemon PokopiaThe latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of June 14, 2026, show Xenoblade Chronicles making a strong showing, with its upgrade pack at second place and the full game at sixth. Pokemon Pokopia remains at the top spot. New entries in the top ten include The Adventures of Elliot and Rise of the Tomb Raider.
- What are we all playing this weekend?Several members of the publication share their weekend gaming plans, with titles like Burn With Me, Clair Obscur: Expeditions 33, Red Dead Redemption, and Jet Lancer being mentioned. Some are taking a break from gaming to focus on other activities or prepare for upcoming events like Next Fest.
- Daily Video Game Deals Jun 13 – Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap, Nioh 3, Silent Hill 2, Sengoku Dynasty Ultimate Edition, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, Persona 5 Royal & MoreDaily Video Game Deals for June 13, 2026, are now live across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The sale features discounts on numerous titles including Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap, Nioh 3, Silent Hill 2, Sengoku Dynasty Ultimate Edition, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, and Persona 5 Royal.
- Bradley the Badger gets new publisher Focus EntertainmentFocus Entertainment has partnered with Day 4 Night Studios to publish Bradley the Badger, an action-adventure platformer featuring a mascot character navigating unfinished game worlds. The game allows players to manipulate environments in real-time for puzzle-solving, combat, and exploration. It features voice acting by Evan Peters and a soundtrack by Grant Kirkhope, and is available to wishlist on Steam.
- Before Obsession, Inde Navarrette was streaming her Call of Duty killstreaks with the type of unbothered grace I can…Before achieving fame as the star of the horror film 'Obsession,' Inde Navarrette was a Twitch streamer known for her 'Call of Duty' gameplay and relaxed demeanor. She shared that her gaming journey began with her brother and mother playing 'Shrek' games on the PlayStation 2, eventually leading to her own PC build and streaming during the COVID-19 lockdowns.
- Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – June 7, 2026 – Yoshi reclaims the top spotThe Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of June 7, 2026, show "Yoshi and the Mysterious Book" reclaiming the top spot. "Mina the Hollower" dropped to fourth place, while "eFootball Kick-Off" debuted at eighth. The charts list the top-selling games and download-only titles on the platform.
- Daily Video Game Deals Jun 6 – Skull and Bones, The Precinct, Persona 3 Reload, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Alan Wake 2 & MoreDaily Video Game Deals for June 6, 2026, are now live across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The sale features significant discounts on titles such as Skull and Bones, The Precinct, Persona 3 Reload, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, and Alan Wake 2, among many others.
- Feature: Nintendo Switch 2: Year One - Looking Back, How Would You Rate It So Far?This article looks back at the first year of the Nintendo Switch 2, which launched in June 2025. It recaps the major game releases, including both new titles and enhanced versions of existing games, and discusses the challenges faced by Nintendo and the industry during this period. The piece also includes impressions from the editorial team and reader polls to gauge satisfaction with the console's debut year.