Welcome to this all-in-one guide for the controls of Red Dead Redemption and its iconic expansion, Undead Nightmare. In this guide, we'll walk you through the controls for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. We'll also share some gameplay tips to help you become a legend of the West. Let's get started!
Table of Contents
PlayStation Controls (PS4, PS5)
- Move: Left Analog Stick
- Look Around: Right Analog Stick
- Shoot: R2
- Aim: L2
- Run: X
- Jump: Square
- Reload: Circle
- Crouch: R3
- Interact: Triangle
Horse Controls
- Accelerate: X
- Stop: R1
- Turn: Left Analog Stick
Xbox Controls (Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S)
- Move: Left Thumbstick
- Look Around: Right Thumbstick
- Shoot: RT
- Aim: LT
- Run: A
- Jump: X
- Reload: B
- Crouch: RS
- Interact: Y
Horse Controls
- Accelerate: A
- Stop: RB
- Turn: Left Thumbstick
Nintendo Switch Controls
- Move: Left Joy-Con Stick
- Look Around: Right Joy-Con Stick
- Shoot: ZR
- Aim: ZL
- Run: B
- Jump: Y
- Reload: A
- Crouch: Right Joy-Con Stick Click
- Interact: X
Horse Controls
- Accelerate: B
- Stop: R
- Turn: Left Joy-Con Stick
PC Controls
- Move: W, A, S, D
- Look Around: Mouse
- Shoot: Left Mouse Button
- Aim: Right Mouse Button
- Run: Shift
- Jump: Space
- Reload: R
- Crouch: C
- Interact: E
Horse Controls
- Accelerate: W
- Stop: S
- Turn: A, D
Red Dead Redemption And Undead Nightmare Gameplay Tips & Tricks
Always Keep Your Guns Ready
The Wild West is a dangerous place. You never know when you might need to draw your weapon. Make sure you have plenty of ammo and that all of your guns are reloaded. This is especially crucial in high-stakes missions where you can't afford to pause and reload.
Utilize Cover
Taking cover is a lifesaver in gunfights. Whether it's a rock, tree, wall, or wagon, cover helps you reload, regenerate health, and assess your situation. Some covers are destructible, so keep that in mind and be ready to move if your cover starts to fall apart.
Be Mindful of Stamina
Both you and your horse have stamina bars. Running out of stamina during a chase or escape can be fatal. Always keep an eye on the stamina bar and use stamina-boosting items or slow down to let it recharge.
Save Often
Auto-saves only happen during key points or after certain actions. To make sure you don't lose progress, manually save your game, especially before undertaking risky or unknown endeavors. It can save you a lot of time and frustration.
Use Dead Eye
Dead Eye is one of your most valuable skills. It slows down time, allowing you to aim with deadly precision. It's invaluable for taking down tough enemies or groups of foes. The Dead Eye meter depletes as you use it, so make sure to refill it by consuming certain items or resting.
Explore
Red Dead Redemption offers a massive open world filled with secrets, treasures, and side missions. Exploring is not just fun; it's also rewarding. You'll find items, meet interesting characters, and unlock side quests that you might have missed otherwise.
Conserve Ammo in Undead Nightmare
Ammo becomes a precious commodity in the Undead Nightmare expansion. Zombies are everywhere, and ammo is limited. Always aim for the head to conserve ammo and take zombies down quickly. Scavenge whenever you can and consider using melee weapons when appropriate to save bullets.
Headshots Are Key in Undead Nightmare
Zombies can be tough to put down unless you aim for the head. Headshots are the quickest way to eliminate a zombie threat. Practicing your aim can make your Undead Nightmare experience far less stressful.
Upgrade
Over time, you'll earn money that you can use to upgrade your equipment. Don't hoard your cash; spend it to buy better weapons, ammo, and other supplies. Upgrading your gear can make a noticeable difference in your performance.
Be Kind
Your actions in the game affect your Honor level. Positive actions like helping strangers, capturing bounties, and choosing non-violent options in missions will raise your Honor. A high Honor level not only affects how NPCs interact with you but also can lead to discounts in shops and new mission opportunities.
By keeping these tips in mind, you'll become a seasoned cowboy in no time, ready to face whatever challenges lie ahead in Red Dead Redemption and Undead Nightmare. Enjoy your journey through the Wild West!
