The main game folder contains the executable files and the vast majority of the game's assets, ranging from textures to audio. This folder is huge, so knowing its location is essential for installation and modding.
| Tool | Purpose | |------|---------| | | Extract/repack .rpf archives, edit textures/models. | | RDR2 Save Editor (by XB36Hazard) | Edit save files: money, honor, items, compendium, outfits. | | ScriptHookRDR2 | Enable custom .asi scripts. | | Lenny’s Mod Loader (LML) | Load mods without editing .rpf files. | | Magic.RDR2 | Extract/import text, language files, and metadata tables. | red dead redemption 2 files
| File | Purpose | |------|---------| | RDR2.exe | Main game executable | | Launcher.exe | Rockstar Games Launcher helper | | PlayRDR2.exe | Alternative launch entry point | | installscript.vdf | Steam installation script | | Redistributables/ | Required VC++, DirectX, and Social Club installers | The main game folder contains the executable files
RDR2 uses a specific format for its save files, which is helpful if you want to swap out a single slot: : Files are named SRDR3#### . | | RDR2 Save Editor (by XB36Hazard) |
These files handle your resolution, graphical settings, and graphics API choice (Vulkan vs. DirectX 12). 2. Where to Find RDR2 Files (Location Guide)
: C:\Users\[Your Username]\Documents\Rockstar Games\Red Dead Redemption 2\Profiles\[Unique ID]\ .
Inside this main folder, you'll find several key subdirectories: