8 PS5 Games for Red Dead Redemption 2 Fans Seeking New Adventures
Explore immersive PS5 adventures like Weird West and The Witcher 3, offering stunning visuals, emotional depth, and captivating worlds beyond Red Dead Redemption 2.
Arthur Morgan's story may have ended, but that cowboy-sized void in players' hearts? It's still wider than the Grand Canyon at high noon. While Red Dead Redemption 2 remains a masterpiece of open-world storytelling and technical wizardry, PS5 owners itching for similar immersive experiences have plenty of options. These titles won't just fill your boots—they'll have you shouting "yeehaw" all over again with their stunning visuals, emotional gut-punches, and worlds that practically breathe on their own. Saddle up, partners! The adventure continues beyond the Wild West.
🤠 Weird West: Where Six-Shooters Meet Dark Magic
Don't let the jank scare you off—this gem winks at RDR2 fans with a sinister grin. Imagine Arthur Morgan stumbling into a supernatural nightmare where skinwalkers replace outlaws. Its immersive sim mechanics let you approach scenarios with creative chaos: possess animals, set environmental traps, or go guns-blazing like a caffeinated cowboy. The choices? They matter more than your horse's opinion of your riding skills. If Red Dead's realism ever felt too stuffy, Weird West serves up fantasy rebellion with a side of "what in tarnation?!"
🗺️ Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection - Polish Overload
Nathan Drake's remastered escapades are like that fancy salon treatment for your PS5—sleek, polished, and ridiculously good-looking. Forget aging like milk; these adventures aged like vintage whiskey. The cinematic shootouts and heart-stopping set pieces? They hug RDR2 fans tighter than Uncle Arthur after three bourbons. Perfect for players craving linear storytelling after roaming the plains, with performances so sharp they could cut through campfire smoke. Pro tip: Sully’s mustache alone deserves an award.
🧙 The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Emotional Rollercoaster Required
Geralt’s world doesn’t just invite exploration—it grabs you by the collar and drags you into monster-filled swamps. Much like Arthur’s moral dilemmas, every choice here carries weight heavier than a stolen gold bar. You’ll bond with characters so vividly written, they feel like old campfire pals (or enemies who’d stab you for a copper coin). And those DLCs? They’re the rib-sticking stew to RDR2’s main course. If you cried when Arthur’s horse died, stock up on tissues before meeting Bloody Baron’s family drama.
⛩️ Ghost of Tsushima - Nature’s Instagram Filter
Jin Sakai’s island isn’t just pretty—it’s a landscape that purrs, "Take a screenshot, cowboy." Every swaying bamboo forest and blood-red maple grove rivals RDR2’s "stop-and-stare" vistas. While the sword combat dances with precision, ranged options add variety (though let’s be real—nothing tops Dead Eye’s slow-mo drama). The emotional journey? It’s got more layers than Arthur’s winter coat. Mongol invasions never looked this breathtaking.
🧛 Evil West - Vampire-Punching Therapy
Sometimes you just wanna punch evil in the face without existential dread, am I right? This third-person shooter cranks Wild West weirdness to eleven, swapping outlaws for bloodsuckers. It’s RDR2’s rowdy cousin—less "contemplate morality," more "electrocute vampires with gauntlets." The perfect stress-buster after those heavy Red Dead moments. Think of it as a saloon brawl where everyone’s fangs are showing 😉.
🧟 The Last of Us Part 1 - Tear-Jerker Extraordinaire
Joel and Ellie’s journey doesn’t just tug heartstrings—it yanks them like banjo wires in a hoedown. If RDR2’s storytelling left you emotionally winded, this remake’s narrative sucker-punches will feel familiarly brutal. The stealth combat? Tense enough to make your palms sweat like Dutch during a botched robbery. And those graphics? They’re so crisp, you’ll spot every fungal spore on Clickers. Bring snacks. And a therapist.
⚔️ Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 - History Buff’s Playground
Henry’s back, and his medieval world fusses over historical accuracy like Arthur polishing his favorite revolver. Want immersion? Try scrubbing bloodstains off armor or relearning sword skills after a tavern brawl left you with amnesia. It’s RDR2 without the horses (but hey, walking builds character!). The realism bites harder than a hungry wolf—you’ll manage hunger, sleep, and even hygiene. Pro tip: Don’t skip bathhouse visits. Henry gets cranky.
🚗 Grand Theft Auto 5 - Rockstar’s Flashy Sibling
Of course Rockstar’s other golden child makes the list! While it trades horses for supercars and emotional depth for Trevor’s... Trevor-ness, the DNA’s unmistakable. Police chases, NPC quirks, and chaotic shootouts feel like cousins to RDR2’s systems. That PS5 glow-up? It’s so pretty, you’ll forget to commit crimes (maybe). Just don’t expect Arthur-level soul-searching between heists.
❓ People Also Ask
- What games match RDR2’s emotional weight?
The Last of Us Part 1 and Witcher 3 will wreck you similarly—bring tissues and emotional support pets.
- Any pure cowboy games on PS5?
Evil West and Weird West deliver six-shooters with supernatural twists, but no cattle herding minigames (sadly).
- Which title has RDR2’s open-world immersion?
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 obsesses over realism like Arthur over his honor meter.
So there you have it—eight trails to wander when Saint Denis feels like a ghost town. Will any truly replace Arthur Morgan? Nah, partner. But they’ll sure make the ride worthwhile... until Rockstar drops that mythical PS5 upgrade. Keep those spurs jingling!