Netflix Adds Red Dead Redemption for Mobile Play
▼ Summary
– Red Dead Redemption is now available on iOS and Android for Netflix subscribers, marking its first official mobile release.
– The mobile version includes the base game and the “Undead Nightmare” expansion, but requires an internet connection and has no multiplayer.
– This launch is a significant part of Netflix’s gaming strategy, which saw a 180% year-over-year growth in game downloads in 2024.
– The game is a major Rockstar franchise, and its mobile release could renew interest and fuel speculation about a potential prequel.
– The rollout follows Netflix’s expansion into TV-based gaming and comes two years after adding Grand Theft Auto titles to its catalog.
Netflix subscribers can now experience the classic Western adventure Red Dead Redemption on their mobile devices, marking a major expansion of the streaming giant’s gaming library. The title officially joined the catalog this week, representing its first official release on iOS and Android platforms. This move provides a new way for fans to engage with a beloved franchise while potentially attracting a wider audience to Netflix’s gaming initiatives.
Anyone with an active Netflix membership can download the game directly. It has been adapted with mobile-friendly touch controls for actions like shooting and navigating the vast open world. Players should be aware of two key details: the mobile version does not include any multiplayer component, and a persistent internet connection is required, as offline play is not supported.
The game, originally launched by Rockstar Games in 2010, transports players to the American frontier in 1911. They step into the boots of former outlaw John Marston, who is forced to hunt down his old gang to save his kidnapped family. This mobile release also bundles the popular “Undead Nightmare” expansion, a standalone story that pits Marston against a supernatural zombie plague.
Adding such a high-profile title is a strategic play for Netflix Games, which has historically seen limited engagement from its massive subscriber base. The company’s persistent investment in gaming appears to be gaining momentum, with reported downloads surging by 180% in 2024 compared to the previous year. Red Dead Redemption stands as one of Rockstar’s most acclaimed series, often cited as second only to Grand Theft Auto in popularity. Its arrival on mobile could rekindle interest in the franchise and fuel ongoing speculation about a potential new installment.
This launch follows closely on Netflix’s recent expansion of gaming to smart TVs, where subscribers can use their smartphones as controllers for a selection of party games. It also comes roughly two years after Netflix added the Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy to its mobile offerings. However, subscribers should note that GTA: San Andreas will be removed from the service on December 12, making this the final month to access that particular title.
(Source: TechCrunch)
