Gaming

Red Dead Redemption (PC) review: A faithful port

Play the original in its best available version

Published

November 15, 2024

Luigi Leonardo

Like the prequel that came after it, Red Dead Redemption is a quintessential title that typifies its generation – which, in this case, is the PlayStation 3. Now, after more than a decade, the classic cowboy game has finally arrived on the PC. But, two generations removed from the original, how does the PC port fare on today’s hardware?

Port vs. remaster vs. remake

If you were to pick, which of these three is the best for today’s hardware? The answer, of course, depends on the game. While some titles can use an overall remake, most title can make do with a simple port or remaster.

Red Dead Redemption is clearly a port. It does not have updated graphics or newly introduced gameplay mechanics. It’s the original game playable on a PC.

That said, the classic doesn’t really need a new introduction. Now, it can do with a fresh coat of paint to match up against the prequel’s more realistic graphics. What we got is enough, though. It’s the PlayStation 3 version but with unlocked graphics options. You can now play the game at higher resolutions and smoother framerates.

There’s nothing quite like playing an older game at 60 frames per second. It’s an absurdly smooth experience, especially for a dated game. Plus, if you have a large monitor, exploring the Wild West is satisfyingly immersive.

Mouse and keyboard support is mostly a win

Because it was exclusive to the PlayStation 3, Red Dead Redemption was built for controllers. One of the benefits of creating a PC port is the addition of support for mouse and keyboard. For a game that relies heavily on gunplay, a mouse makes aiming completely trivial, even without the time-slowing Dead Eye ability.

However, there are some elements that don’t translate well on a keyboard. For one, navigating menus still relies on the arrow buttons.

Also, some controls need a bit of gymnastics to pull off. For example, sprinting with a horse requires players to tap the Left Shift button repeatedly. It gives your pinky finger a workout. Thankfully, you can rebind keys immediately, but it does take some getting used to.

Alternatively, the game can seamlessly transition between a gamepad and the mouse/keyboard combo. I had both connected to my PC while I was playing: a controller for riding a horse and a mouse for aiming. I didn’t experience any input lag when switching between them.

A brief introduction

For the uninitiated, Red Dead Redemption is still one of the best series set in the Wild West. The first game puts players inside the boots of John Marston, a bounty hunter tasked with hunting down the remnants of his old gang.

Like every game in the extensive library of Rockstar Games, the title features an immersive experience in its setting. Players can wrangle cows, participate in horse races, and play poker in a saloon.

Immersing yourself in the Wild West is already a draw in itself. However, the franchise’s biggest attraction is its story. More so than the Grand Theft Auto series, Red Dead Redemption has a compelling story that can hook you after every beat in its story.

The plot starts off with John facing off against Bill Williamson, the first of his former gang. Brutally unprepared, John gets shot immediately. A passing rancher mercifully saves John before he bleeds out, leading to a long journey to fight his way back to Bill’s front door.

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Red Dead Redemption belongs in the gaming world’s hall of fame. It’s an absolute must-play. However, the only drawback is its price as a full game. Despite being more than a decade old, you still need to pay as much as a brand-new game.

Now, if you’ve never played the game in its original format or just want to re-experience it in a smoother framerate, the PC port offers the best version of the game available today.

Gaming

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 clip shows Losing Ground 1st look

Pre-order now for Campaign Early Access

Published

August 2, 2026

GadgetMatch

A short new Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 teaser shows a quick look at the Losing Ground mission for the first time.

It is one of the big war missions from the title’s Campaign mode, following the Korean grunt squad through chaos on the ground.

The brief clip is a pre-order promotional material, wherein gamers can place pre-orders now on any platform for Campaign Early Access.

This shall allow players to dive into the full single-player campaign a week ahead of the official worldwide release date on October 16.

In the vignette, soldiers can be seen advancing through a burning urban environment while under intense enemy fire.

The squad pushes through a breached storefront into a local cafe to clear enemy strongpoints.

Laster on, out in the open on the bridge, squad members realize they are heavily exposed and call out incoming enemy air support. This was right before an explosion rocks the area.

Computers

AMD launches Radeon RX 9050 graphics card

Affordable GPU option for AAA titles

Published

July 30, 2026

GadgetMatch

AMD has launched the new AMD Radeon RX 9050 graphics card, expanding the Radeon RX 9000 series with an affordable option.

This brings AMD RDNA 4 gaming technologies to mainstream gamers with a retail price of US$ 279.

The particular GPU is designed for responsive gameplay at 1080p. That’s for esports and modern AAA titles.

Some popular titles it can run at high frame rates on a 1080p resolution include: Cyberpunk 2077, Forza Horizon 6, Pragmata, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Valorant, and Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege, to name a few.

This highly efficient, drop-in upgrade features a 92W TBP and fully supports the latest AMD FSR technologies, next-gen raytracing, and high-quality AV1 video streaming.

Key specs:

Architecture: AMD RDNA 4
Compute Units: 16
VRAM: 8GB GDDR6
Game Clock / Boost Clock: 1.92 GHz / Up to 2.60 GHz
TBP: 92W

In line with the Radeon RX 9050 launch, AMD has also released AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition 26.7.1.

This driver introduces official day-one support for Radeon RX 9050, alongside early multiplayer access for Gears of War: E-Day.

Users can download the software here.

Gaming

NBA 2K27 gameplay trailer showcases new dunk mechanics, Rucker Park, and more

First gameplay details revealed

Published

July 29, 2026

Rodneil Quiteles

NBA 2K27 is giving fans their first look at this year’s gameplay.

2K has released the official gameplay trailer for NBA 2K27, showcasing enhanced visuals and several gameplay updates ahead of the game’s September 4 launch. The trailer also features cover athletes Victor Wembanyama, Caitlin Clark, and Derrick Rose while teasing changes across Gameplay, MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA, and the MyPLAYER Builder.

The publisher also confirmed the Preseason Breakdown: NBA 2K27 Game Reveal, which streams on August 18 at 10:00 AM PT. During the presentation, 2K will reveal this year’s biggest gameplay innovations and mode updates before Early Access begins on August 28 for Deluxe Edition and Ultra Edition owners.

Smarter AI and a new Dunk Meter headline gameplay changes

NBA 2K27 introduces several gameplay refinements based on community feedback.

AI defenders now contest shots more effectively and hold their defensive positioning better, especially in online modes like The REC. The changes aim to create a more balanced experience on both ends of the floor.

The game also introduces a fully dynamic Dunk Meter. Instead of locking in the timing at takeoff, the meter continuously evaluates defensive positioning throughout the dunk attempt. Open driving lanes create a larger green window, while late defensive rotations shrink it, making each dunk attempt feel more responsive to the action on the court.

MyPLAYER Builder expands with more Badges

The MyPLAYER Builder now features 53 total Badges, up from 40 in last year’s game. Players can also experiment with 19 brand-new Badges designed to support more specialized builds.

Cap Breakers are also making a return. This time, players can preview attribute boosts directly inside the Builder before finalizing their character.

MyTEAM and MyNBA receive community-requested updates

MyTEAM introduces the franchise’s first unified Auction House across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. The shared marketplace creates the largest pool of community-listed cards in the mode’s history. It should also make card prices more consistent across supported platforms.

Winning an auction is now faster, too. Purchased cards go straight into your collection without a verification delay.

MyNBA also receives several franchise management updates that reflect today’s NBA. These include second apron salary cap rules from the league’s latest collective bargaining agreement and the ability to offer No-Trade Clauses to free agents.

Rucker Park comes to MyCAREER

The City returns with the same centralized layout introduced last year. This time, however, it gets a new nighttime look filled with neon lights.

NBA 2K27 also recreates the legendary Rucker Park. The iconic streetball court serves as the setting for this year’s MyCAREER prelude story, Fire & Concrete, and also appears in the Street Kings mode.

NBA 2K27 launches on September 4 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, and Nintendo Switch 2. Players who purchase the Deluxe Edition or Ultra Edition can jump in early starting August 28 through Early Access.

Watch the full trailer.