Alex Ruben
How To Remove Red Dead Redemption 2 FitGirl Repack (2025)
This isn’t always straightforward, especially with cracked or repacked games like FitGirl’s RDR2. Sometimes, just hitting uninstall from the control panel or deleting the game folder doesn’t cut it. Leftover files, registry entries, or hidden caches can still hog space or cause weird bugs if you reinstall later. So, getting rid of everything cleanly is a good idea before trying to reinstall or just freeing up storage.
What you’re after is a thorough removal — removing the main game files, uninstallers, leftover configs, and maybe even some registry junk if you’re feeling brave. It’s a bit of a process, but on the bright side, this method should help your system stay tidy. Just be aware that some leftover files might be tucked away in weird spots, and Windows likes to make things complicated. On Windows 10/11, the typical process is to find the game folder, run the uninstaller, then manually hunt down leftovers in Program Files and Documents. Also, don’t forget to clear the Recycle Bin at the end. After this, your space should be freed up and the game completely gone.
How to Fix RDR2 FitGirl Repack Leftovers and Uninstall It Completely
Site of the problem: Uninstallation weirdness or leftover files
Usually, the game appears uninstalled, but some files or registry entries linger behind. On some setups, the uninstaller might not run if you’re missing admin rights, or if the game installed in a weird directory. Also, because of course, Windows has to make it harder than necessary, wandering into hidden folders or leftovers can be a pain in the ass. The goal here is to ensure your system is squeaky clean—no straggling files, no registry bloat.
Method 1: Manual cleanup from the installation folder
- Find the game folder: Usually,
C:\Program FilesorC:\Program Files (x86). If you installed it somewhere else, try to remember or check your desktop shortcut properties to see the exact path. - Run the uninstaller: Inside that folder, look for an
uninstall.exeor a similar launcher. Right-click, select Run as administrator. If it doesn’t work, don’t force it—skip to the manual cleanup methods below. - Delete leftover folders: After uninstallation, browse the folders to delete any remaining game files—like folders named Red Dead Redemption 2 or similar. Also, check your Documents folder for any saved configs or save files, and delete those if you’re sure you won’t need them.
Note: Sometimes, FitGirl installs stuff in odd places—like inside AppData or in user-specific folders—so be prepared to do a quick search if needed (e.g. search “RDR2” in File Explorer).
Method 2: Use system tools and registry cleanup
- Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features: Check if the game or anything related is still listed, and uninstall from there if possible. Sometimes, the game leaves an entry behind, especially with repacks.
- Registry cleanup: If comfortable, open Registry Editor (Win + R, type
regedit, press Enter). Search for entries related to RDR2 or FitGirl in HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE, HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software, and delete them carefully. Be cautious—editing registry can mess things up. A tool like CCleaner helps automate and clean leftover registry entries, but use it with caution.
This is kind of overkill if not familiar, but it removes hidden registry junk that might trip up future reinstallations or just clutter your system.
Method 3: Clean cache and leftover files
- Check AppData\Local and AppData\Roaming folders for any directories named after RDR2 or FitGirl. Delete those too.
- If you find a launcher or updater, like Winhance or custom uninstallers, run those if applicable.
- Don’t forget to clear your temp files! Open Disk Cleanup (search it from the Start menu) and select all temp categories, or just run
cleanmgrin Command Prompt.
Extra tips & troubleshooting
- If the uninstaller refuses to launch, try right-clicking it and choosing Run as administrator. Some repacks lock permissions or hide files from standard accounts.
- Reboot after doing all this—yeah, it sounds basic, but Windows sometimes keeps junk in memory or temp folders, so rebooting can help finalize the cleanup.
- In some cases, if the game installed via a (cracked) Steam or Epic launcher, check those client features to remove the game. Otherwise, manual cleanup is your best bet.
Summary
- Find the main install folder and run the uninstaller (try admin rights).
- Delete leftover game folders from Program Files and Documents.
- Check and clean registry entries if you’re comfortable with that.
- Empty Recycle Bin and clear temp files for good measure.
Wrap-up
Basically, removing this game completely takes a little elbow grease, especially with repacks, but it’s doable. Just don’t be surprised if you have to hunt down a few obscure folders or clean some registry bits. Usually, the thing that trips people up is forgotten leftover files or permissions issues, so keep an eye out for those. Sometimes, it’s just a matter of running everything with admin rights and doing a bit of manual cleanup. Fingers crossed this helps, and that your disk space or system stays nice and tidy after.