Undead Nightmare II - Origins

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,471 endorsements) 📥 75,306 downloads 📌 v1.0.0 📅 11/1/2021
⚪ Last updated 2021

By Dick Hertz and Eki · Miscellaneous

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 11/1/2021 📅 Created: 11/1/2021
⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
1🛠️ Script Hook RDR2 — Script Hook RDR2 Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #16 of 110 Miscellaneous mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

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A plague has struck New Austin, causing the dead to rise from their graves and wreak havoc among the already savaged lands.  Some have lost hope, worrying that the spread is too quick to stop; while others will not go down without a fight.

NEW UNDEAD MARSTON

Explore the undead world as Undead John Marston, complete with RDR1 accurate animations, textures, and undead sound effects

By KristianD3 and myself

The locals have set fire to the towns in attempt to kill the undead, some have taken to higher ground to protect their families, while others were left to perish in the streets.  Local shop owners either fled or boarded themselves inside, to fend off against looters, who have stashed away supplies throughout the town.  The law has bigger problems to worry about.  New Austin has been struck the hardest, small numbers of the dead still roam the five states but the law has it mostly under control..... for now.

Some settlements have been overrun, causing the dead to roam out into the wilderness in a desperate search food, feeding off the weary travelers of the west, and the small time ranchers who will die to protect their land.

As the moon turns blood red, and fog settles across the western countryside, some have concluded that this is no ordinary plague at all; but the works of a higher power.

No more happy farmer tunes, new ambience awaits in a hand-picked custom soundtrack to compliment the new world - the world of the undead.

1. Install the latest versions of Lenny's Mod Loader and Project New Austin: 1907

2. Go to Red Dead Redemption 2/lml/1907 and delete the "DELETE FOR UNII" folder

3. Drag the "lml" and "NA" folders from this mod into your main directory

IMPORTANT:

- Project New Austin is required for all the zombies, peds, and locations to spawn in properly

- For Classic Color Scheme users: Uninstall while UNII is active, all weather effects from Classic Color Scheme are already integrated into this mod.  Leaving it installed may break the UNII weather effects.

- Not compatible with Ambient Gang/Classic Characters, merges coming soon.

DISCORD: https://discord.gg/RUVCJyMPRH

Undead John Marston by KristianD3: https://www.nexusmods.com/reddeadredemption2/mods/1096

RDR2 Enhanced Edition by Bolmin70: https://www.nexusmods.com/reddeadredemption2/mods/1005

Dark Nights by Alsharad: https://www.rdr2mods.com/downloads/rdr2/other/97-dark-nights/

Disable Enemy Radar by alfabravozapa: https://www.nexusmods.com/reddeadredemption2/mods/892

Red Dead Offline by LMS, Bolmin, and Bob Ross: https://www.rdr2mods.com/downloads/rdr2/weapons/103-red-dead-offline/

Follow me on Twitter for updates, beta finds, and more https://twitter.com/Dabsveps

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Undead Nightmare II - Origins is a total conversion mod for Red Dead Redemption that transforms New Austin into a zombie-infested wasteland. It features burned towns, undead enemies, a custom soundtrack, and a new playable Undead John Marston with RDR1-accurate animations and sounds. With over 1,400 endorsements and 75,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a fresh, horror-themed experience.

✨ Key Features

Play as Undead John Marston with RDR1-accurate animations, textures, and undead sound effects.
New Austin is overrun by the undead, with towns burned and settlements destroyed.
Custom soundtrack replaces the original music with hand-picked ambience to fit the undead theme.
Blood red moon and fog effects create a supernatural atmosphere.
Looters and shop owners have boarded up, adding to the survival horror feel.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community following (1,471 endorsements, 75k downloads) – this mod is proven and loved.
  • Adds a whole new way to play RDR with zombies and a darker tone – not just a simple reskin.
  • Undead Marston is a killer feature – playing as a zombie John with authentic animations is a blast.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2021 – might have compatibility issues with newer game versions or mods.
  • The mod is massive in scope, so expect potential performance hits on lower-end rigs.
  • Since it's a total conversion, it may conflict with other mods that alter the same areas or systems.
🎯 Is This For You?
For RDR fans who want a fresh, horror-tinged playthrough with zombies and a darker atmosphere. If you're into survival horror or just want to see the Old West overrun, this is your jam. Skip if you prefer vanilla RDR or don't want to deal with a big overhaul mod.
📦 Install:Medium· 10-15 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure to back up your save files before installing – total conversions can mess with your progress.
  • Check the mod's forum page for any known conflicts with other popular RDR mods.
  • If you're using a mod manager, let it handle the file placement to avoid overwriting vanilla files.

📊 Mod Details

Game
RDR2 Mods
Author
Dick Hertz and Eki
Version
1.0.0
Downloads
75,306
Endorsements
1,471
Category
Miscellaneous
Created
11/1/2021
Updated
11/1/2021

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