Red Dead Redemption: Undead Nightmare Pack PlayStation 3
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7.8 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 129 Ratings

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  1. Zilcell
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    This made Red Dead Redemption more awesome than it already was. This story is almost as long lasting as the normal story, and that is really saying something.
  2. wesker2012
    Sep 26, 2012
    8
    It feels like its own unique game while including the other characters in red dead redemption. Amazing atmosphere. A classic just like the original game.
  3. Tokyochuchu
    Apr 3, 2012
    5
    Red Dead Redemption is one of my favorite games of all time, so I was frothing at the mouth (pun intended) for this piece of DLC. Unfortunately, Undead Nightmare is shallow, vapid and repetitive. The scripting and cut-scenes are absolutely hilarious, but the zombie slaying gameplay is actually quite boring. Whilst fun at first, clearing out graveyards or re-taking lost cities fast becomes a chore. As I have already noted, it's just very repetitive. Shoot zombie in the head. Run in a circle whilst reloading. Shoot zombie in the head. Re-take town from zombie hoard. Clear out graveyard. Shoot zombie in the... zzzzzzz. I love Red Dead Redemption. This DLC... Not so much.… Expand
  4. Mattaclysm
    Nov 16, 2010
    7
    Adding about 8-10 hours of content to one of the best games ever this DLC is merely average. The story of Undead Nightmare is somewhat laughable as how everything fans out. Voice acting is still stellar and killing zombies is always fun. Definitely worthy of the 10$ price tag on it.
  5. TheNewSpielberg
    Jun 6, 2011
    8
    This is definitive proof that DLC can be just as entertaining as a full game. Rockstar certainly know how to make it fun, two examples being the Lost and Damned and of course The Ballad of Gay Tony for GTA 4. But for their cowboy sandbox title, they pulled out all the stops and added zombies. That's right, ZOMBIES. The environments look creepier, there are zombie animals and in order to save your game in a town you have to clear out the town of undead. There are some new weapons such as Holy Water, the Blunderbuss and my personal favorite, the flaming Torch. Most of the characters from the main campaign return and all the voices are done by the original actors. So far my only gripes are that the zombies are getting repetitive and its annoying when settlements are constantly being attacked. Now if they could just make a zombie DLC for GTA 4....… Expand
  6. Hyperbole
    Jan 17, 2012
    9
    One of the most 'WTF?' moves I've seen in a while. Totally unexpected and totally enjoyable. It's like one of those things you think about for a DLC or an add-on, but they actually did it! Kudos to Rockstar for this hidden card up the sleeve.
  7. MAINEiac4434
    Jul 9, 2011
    10
    Undead Nightmare is totally worth the price of admission. Not only do you get a fantastic, occasionally hilarious new single-player campaign, with new minigames and characters, you also get two new online modes, both of which are very fun.
  8. digiart247
    Nov 13, 2010
    10
    Fantastic! got it as a DLC and definitely got me in the mood for halloween. but i mean zombies will be fun all year round too. the story alone is worth it, as a stand alone thing idk if people will get it but if you got it as a dlc the characters and the nonsense that happens is hilarious. but also creepy at the same time. they hit just as many creepy tones as they do funny. i mean with them hording you while you clear out a graveyard it can be very intense and then one springs on you from behind i actually jumped! overall loved it and still play it. trying to 100% it is hard! so hours of gamepaly still there. also online mode is just plain fun. thought it would be harder to get through all the waves, and even though it's nowhere near easy, if you have a solid team you can walk away with the win. definitely a nice change when you are tired of free roam and the other multiplayer games. must have for any red dead fan!… Expand
  9. Alpha-Six
    Aug 27, 2011
    9
    For any fan of RDR or zombies, Undead Nightmare is a must-buy. Nothing combines excellent story-telling, old west action, and zombie killing like Undead Nightmare! Way to go Rockstar!
  10. Bjorn77
    Oct 29, 2010
    9
    This is what DLC should be all about! Really exciting game and a salute to Rockstar Games for making this gem. If you own RDR you should not be asking for any excuses and just do yourself a favor and download this add-on.
  11. BroncosOwnYou
    Dec 3, 2010
    9
    Wow, what a great addition to an already fantastic game! Red Dead Redemption was (is) one of the best games to come down the pipe in a long time and for Rockstar to give the fans something like Undead Redemption makes you feel like they really appreciate those of us who played the game.

    There is so much to do in this game it's almost like playing the first one again for the first time. Ex    cept with Zombies!

    Seriously though, you can tell that great care was put into this game to make it an original experience and not just the same game with a macabre story line thrown in. It has it's own time line and "universe" and the simple things like the little comments made by Marston and the people who populate the towns are hilarious.

    This game, although very dark with it's visuals and storyline, is extremely funny. It's almost like a parody of all the zombie games that populate the video game world. It gives us a great game to play while not taking itself too seriously.

    If you loved ed Dead Redemption, or even if you haven't played it, you should give this one a try.    … Expand
  12. zman
    Nov 1, 2010
    10
    Wow, Rockstar has done it again. Following their best game ever, they come out with a 10 dollar DLC worth about 8 hours of awesomeness. This is what downloadable content is about! They can do so much more at that. Keep on truckin' with the Red Dead DLCs Rockstar!
  13. folk_tylore
    Oct 29, 2010
    9
    Undead Nightmare is definitely a must for any fan of Red Dead. I've played the pack for just over 7 hours and I'm only 49% completed. You can beat the storyline missions in about 6 hours but the DLC packs a ton of extra stuff to do outside the campaign. New additions include a "build" system which entails collecting herbs to make special ammo to defeat the zombies, new sharpshooter, treasure and mount challenges which have rewards like new weapons, ammo, and having an awesome horse of the Apocalypse. All that not to mention the multiplayer mode, which I haven't played yet. The game looks beautiful, new environmental lighting and weather give the presentation an eerie feel that gives an extra level of substance to the game. The only reason I don't give it a 10 is because controlling Marston is still difficult to control. When you're trying to flee from a horde of zombies by climbing up a ladder or escaping through a doorway, you more often than not find yourself running into a wall. Also as far as I am aware of you can't choose which horse of the apocalypse you want even after breaking them. The last steed you broke you're stuck with, which is a bummer because War lights zombies on fire where as Famine has no definitive characteristics, besides unlimited stamina (add to that flies which annoyingly buzz uncontrollably). Despite the flaws, Undead Nightmare is still a fantastic expansion and worth every penny, and you only need 899 of them if you have playstation plus.… Expand
  14. Dolaction
    Nov 8, 2010
    10
    Buy this DLC. You will not be disappointed. The challenge of shooting every undead in the head is exhilarating. While the save system has changed, eliminating fast travel from your campsite, it makes sense in this alternate world where zombies roam the country side. I recommend completing the main campaign, not just to get all the little inside jokes, but to sharpen your gaming skills because they will be tested.… Expand
  15. Billyliar87
    Oct 28, 2010
    9
    This pack is all that a fan of Red Dead Redemption could have asked for. It's a good length expansion, with PLENTY to do!
    I would like to commend Rock Star San Diego for having enough faith in their world to tear it to shreds. It's such a nice, tongue-in-cheek, alternate world that they have created. The actions that take place in the Undead Nightmare Pack are only semi-related to the w    orld of the original storyline. However, there is plenty of room for flexibility which makes the experience so fresh for somebody who has already completed the game.

    The core gameplay remains unchanged. However, I love the aspect of money being irrelevant during the zombie apocalypse. It's all about the ammo. And you're always looking for ways to get it. This makes the game a lot more fun! The story is campy, and very humorous. However, like any good horror film, it manages to mix the horror and humor together that leaves a childlike smile on your face.

    If you were not a fan of the original Red Dead Redemption, but you're a die hard zombie fan...this may be for you. However, you still have to look past the original bugs and clunky controls that we fans have gotten used to by now. (Marston is still a little tough to maneuver precisely). The game is so much fun, though, the flaws can be over looked. A must have for zombie/western fans.    … Expand
  16. JunkmanUK
    Jan 7, 2011
    7
    It's a fun expansion pack but I felt that it detracted from the story of the main game a little too much for me. It simply doesn't mesh into the main RDR storyline history in the slightest and I think if they had changed the protagonist to someone else, or allowed playing from a choice of sub characters from the main story, it would have worked better for me. I guess with the success of RDR breathing life and emotion into the main story characters I just felt a little let down when this plot was completely out of context! Other than that - it has all the greatness of the main game... just... I dunno... it's not Red Dead Redemption any more!… Expand
  17. B-Knock
    Nov 11, 2010
    10
    Rockstar all i can say is quality, nothing but quality. Talk about getting every bang for you buck, this is true when it comes to playing undead nightmare. The campaign is 6 hours long that's like a full game when compared to ripped off games like call of duty black ops and modern warfare 2. Not to mention that this expansion only cost $9.99 that's a steal!!! This game is fantastic and recommend for any zombie lover. You will not be disappointed with this.… Expand
  18. bluscorp91
    Nov 10, 2010
    9
    Possibly the best add-on i've ever bought. The story is great, and the zombies are some of the best i've seen. Also, the multiplayer, in my opinion, is on par with Nazi Zombies.
  19. Llamajoe
    Dec 10, 2010
    9
    RDR has great feeling when firing the guns, there was just never enough opportunity to shoot randomly or when you wanted without being punished. This give players the perfect chance to go wild with the great shooting/ragdoll system!
  20. MrGlas
    Sep 7, 2011
    10
    played until 100% and it was a scary, funny and interesting adventure through the darkest, craziest and most dangerous places and towns in the red dead undead universe!
  21. bri560
    May 18, 2011
    8
    ver 7 hours and I'm only 49% completed. You can beat the storyline missions in about 6 hours but the DLC packs a ton of extra stuff to do outside the campaign. New additions include a "build" system which entails collecting herbs to make special ammo to defeat the zombies definitely a must for any fan of Red Dead. I've played the pack for just over 7 hours and I'm only 49% completed. You can beat the storyline missions in about 6 hours but the DLC packs a ton of extra stuff to do outside the campaign. New additions include a "build" system which entails collecting herbs to make special ammo to defeat the zombies, new… Expand
  22. MacRorie
    Dec 7, 2010
    8
    I just got this and had a lot of fun so far with it. It is a little unforgiving in that you have to headshot EVERYONE or wast a lot of ammo taking them down with body shots. That's fine and all, but could be a bit better explained. Also, there is little preamble to the zombies, so you are not certain what to do for a little bit.

    Get your Portable ID!
  23. Punker29
    Nov 13, 2010
    10
    Zombies are the new trend and we see everyone combining zombies with anything. Well, with Red Dead Redemption works and perfectly. A new story, exciting new contents and much more make this DLC a perfect 10
  24. Cy_Chosis
    Apr 4, 2013
    3
    This would be awesome as a $5-$10 DLC, but I paid as much for this as the game costs, so I'm reviewing it as a game. I finished it in 2 short evenings, and actually thought the end was a halfway point until nothing else happened. Red dead redemption was a Legend. This game was a profanity. They should never have boxed this game. It only tarnishes the memory of the original.

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Metascore
87 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. PSM3 Magazine UK
    Jan 13, 2011
    83
    For Wild West virgins, it's an entertaining package, if just shy of an essential purchase. [Jan 2011, p.96]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Dec 24, 2010
    80
    Rockstar is the master of horror. [Christmas 2010]
  3. Play UK
    Nov 30, 2010
    87
    There's no doubt that this is top quality content but playing these modes without the main game is not a full experience. Thankfully the price tag makes up for that in a big way. [Issue#199, p.86]
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