Optimizing Graphics Settings for Red Dead Redemption on PC

Red Dead Redemption has officially launched on PC, and Double Eleven has successfully transitioned this classic Rockstar game to contemporary systems. The PC edition features notable enhancements, particularly in draw distance and shadow details. Fortunately, the game accommodates a wide range of hardware, making it accessible for many players. Below, we outline the optimal graphics settings for an exceptional Red Dead Redemption experience on PC.

Optimal Graphics Settings for Red Dead Redemption on PC

For those equipped with recent hardware, there’s no need for adjustments; you can set everything to the maximum. Being an older title, my setup with an RTX 4070 Super and Ryzen 7 5700X3D maintained a steady 144 FPS for the most part, with only minor frame drops in specific areas. Overall, the frame times remain consistently smooth.

If you’re using older graphics cards like the GTX 1060 or RX 580, you can still enjoy a smooth 60 FPS at maximum settings when playing at 1080p. However, we can slightly elevate the frame rate with some tweaks. For our recommended settings, keep everything on high, but adjust the following options:

Resource-Intensive Setting	Suggested Value
Shadow Quality	High (or Medium)
Tree Level of Detail	3/5
Grass Level of Detail	4/5
FSR 3.0	Quality (or Balanced)

With these configurations, you can achieve a significantly higher frame rate compared to the default ultra settings. Shadow Quality is especially crucial for performance, offering a potential boost of around 15-20 FPS depending on the area. The visual difference is minimal, so you might need to focus closely to spot any notable changes.

For those gaming at higher resolutions like 1440p, it’s advisable to set the FSR to either “Balanced” or “Performance” to uphold a smoother frame rate.

In summary, Red Dead Redemption stands out as one of the finest ports from the seventh generation, and we’re pleased with Double Eleven’s efforts to enhance the engine for PC, particularly in terms of draw distance, shadow enhancements, as well as implementing upscaling technology and frame generation.

However, it’s not without its imperfections. If you aim to exceed the 144 FPS limit, continue reading to discover how to unlock the frame rate in Red Dead Redemption.

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