Netflix is ​​launching a mobile-friendly version of Red Dead Redemption

Red Dead Redemption joined Netflix’s game catalog on Tuesday, and it’s a great moment for fans of the series because it marks the first time the game has been officially available on iOS and Android devices.

Players with a Netflix subscription can now download the game, which features mobile-friendly controls, including shooting and touchscreen 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 assume the role of John Marston, a former outlaw searching for his kidnapped family. The portable version includes the standalone expansion pack “Undead Nightmare” which follows Marston as he faces a zombie outbreak.

The inclusion of Red Dead Redemption in Netflix’s gaming lineup is an important 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 the available games. The company’s investment in the space finally showed signs of growth in 2024, when estimates showed that Netflix game downloads increased 180% year over year.

Red Dead Redemption is one of Rockstar’s most popular franchises, second only to the popular Grand Theft Auto series. The game has attracted a dedicated fan base, and some players have speculated that a prequel may be announced soon. The newly launched mobile game will likely generate renewed interest in the franchise.

The launch comes on the heels of Netflix introducing gaming to smart TVs in October. Subscribers can use their phones as controllers to play a range of party titles, including Boggle Party and LEGO Party! And Pictionary.

The rollout also occurs just two years after Netflix introduced Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy to its mobile game catalog. However, GTA: San Andreas will leave Netflix Games on December 12, which is the last day subscribers can enjoy the game.