Tag: Red Dead Redemption 2
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Clean and Brush Your Horse
How to brush and wash your horse
How do you clean and brush your horse in Red Dead Redemption 2? Taking care of your steed in RDR2 is something you should prioritise throughout the game, because a reliable horse is often your best friend out in the wilderness. However, with all of the roaming around that you'll be doing, your horse won't stay clean...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Increase Health, Stamina, and Dead Eye
How to gain health, stamina, and dead eye xp
Increasing your health, stamina, and dead eye bars in Red Dead Redemption 2 is crucial to your success as an outlaw -- and even your survival. With more health, you can take more damage before falling over dead. With more stamina, you can sprint for a longer time and perform more demanding physical...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Instantly Open the Map
The fastest way to see your map
How do you quickly open the map in Red Dead Redemption 2? RDR2’s map is a crucial navigation tool, as the Wild West is vast and there’s lots to see and do. Fortunately, the game has a pretty detailed map that you can pull up at any time from the pause screen – but what’s the quickest way to load the map in...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Complete a Companion Activity in Each Camp
Friends with benefits
How do you complete a companion activity in each of Red Dead Redemption 2's camps? Gadding about with gang members in RDR2 is a big part of the game's appeal, and so you’re going to want to take the time to hang out with your pals on the path to your Platinum Trophy. Unlocking the ‘Friends with Benefits’ Trophy can only...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Start a New Game
How to find the new game option
How do you start a new game in Red Dead Redemption 2? Just like Grand Theft Auto V, the game doesn't have a traditional main menu -- you just press X and you're booted into the single player story, where it carries on from your last save. But what if you want to start a new game? Well, there is a 'new game' option,...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 Controls - How to Improve Aiming
Better control settings in Red Dead Redemption 2
Can you make Red Dead Redemption 2 control better? Is there a way to make aiming in RDR2 more responsive? The game's often clunky controls have been a sticking point for many players, but after spending over 100 hours with the open world title, we've found surprisingly effective ways to improve how...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Load and Save the Game Manually
When autosave isn't an option
How do you save the game manually in Red Dead Redemption 2? How do you load a game in RDR2? The game doesn't do a great job of telling you that you can actually save your game manually whenever you want. It's perfectly possible to play through the entire thing with autosaves alone, but it's probably best to make a...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - All Dinosaur Bones Locations
Jurassic west
One of the side quests in Red Dead Redemption 2 challenges you to track down a whopping 30 dinosaur bones so that a crazy collector can recreate the ancient monster. Do so and you'll get a lovely new hunting knife as a reward. These bones can be incredibly tricky to spot. They occasionally hide in the undergrowth, are wedged into a...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - All High Stakes Treasure Map Locations
Where to find all high stakes treasure maps
Where can you find all the High Stakes Treasure Map locations in Red Dead Redemption 2? Are you running short on cash? Not to worry, for you can just hunt down a treasure map or two. These are in short supply, with only three (four if you got a fancy deluxe edition) of them available in the game, but...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - What Are the Best Weapons?
The best guns in RDR2
What are the best weapons in Red Dead Redemption 2? Which guns should you use in RDR2? It's a good question, because the game's world is absolutely stuffed with danger, and you'll want the best guns money can buy to ensure your survival. Weapons are either acquired automatically as you progress the story, or they can be bought...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Sell Valuables and Stolen Items
Where to sell pocket watches, rings, more
How do you sell valuables and stolen goods in Red Dead Redemption 2? Where can you sell all your valuable items in RDR2? It's a question that you're bound to ask at some point, because regular stores won't buy valuables such as pocket watches, rings, and belt buckles. Reason being that these items are...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Change Clothes When on Your Horse
How to change Arthur's outfit when away from camp
Can you change your clothes away from camp in RDR2? How do you change your clothes when riding on your horse in Red Dead Redemption 2? Rockstar’s epic Western has a pretty deep weather system, which means that your cores will be affected if you’re too hot or too cold. As such, you’ll want to...
News Red Dead Redemption 2 DLC Rumours Resurface as Mystery Rockstar Project Gets Rated
Oh boah
Putting aside the fact that there seems to be a fresh Rockstar rumour every other day, these latest whispers actually have some weight to them. As reported by Kotaku AU, Australian ratings board IARC has essentially refused the classification of an unannounced Rockstar project. Sadly, this is an all too common an occurrence down under, but...
Feature Is Red Dead Online Worth Playing Now That It's Out of Beta?
Red or dead?
Is it safe to say that Red Dead Online has been a bit of a disappointment? The online component of Red Dead Redemption 2, we expected big things from the team at Rockstar -- especially given the developer's experience with the ridiculous ongoing success of GTA Online -- but a few weeks after Red Dead Online launched, it just kind of...
News Rockstar and Real World Pinkerton Agency in Legal Dispute over Red Dead Redemption 2
Detective mode
In case you weren't aware, Pinkerton Consulting & Investigations is a real life detective agency, founded all the way back in 1850. Then known as Pinkerton National Detective Agency, the company was apparently very active in tracking down real outlaws at the time, and the name has become more or less synonymous with Western media...
Random This Is Easily the Funniest Red Dead Redemption 2 Video We've Seen
You okay, Arthur?
Mondays can be tough, so we thought that we'd go ahead and post a video that made us laugh our asses off. The video comes from YouTube user BedBananas, who's been making brilliant game-related goofs for years, but we reckon that this Red Dead Redemption 2 compilation is quite possibly the best yet. There are some very minor story...
Guide Red Dead Online - When Will It Launch?
Can you play Red Dead Redemption 2 online?
When will Red Dead Online launch? What is the release date for Red Dead 2 online? Can you play Red Dead Redemption 2 online? These are questions you may have about Rockstar’s epic Western right now. Fortunately we can bring you answers about RDR2’s online play options, so read on and be sure to drop us...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - All Cigarette Cards and Locations
Smoking
Cigarette cards are just one of the many collectables in Red Dead Redemption 2. There are 144 in total to collect so you'll have to be insanely dedicated to walk away with the entire set. Do so though and you'll earn yourself a set of Vintage Civil War Handcuffs, which you can, in turn, use to craft yourself a lovely talisman. In this...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - Can You Fast Travel?
How to fast travel in RDR2
How do you fast travel in Red Dead Redemption 2? Can you fast travel in RDR2? Well, the unfortunate answer for those of you looking to quickly revisit discovered areas is that you can't -- at least, you can't at the start of the game. In order to fast travel in Red Dead Redemption 2, you're going to need to spend some...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Complete 10 Stranger Mission Strands
Western Stranger
How do you complete 10 Stranger mission strands in Red Dead Redemption 2? Doing so will unlock the ‘Western Stranger’ Trophy, but what are Stranger missions and where can they be located? In this guide, we’re going to explain how to complete 10 Stranger mission strands in RDR2. How to Complete 10 Stranger Mission Strands in...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 Cheats - How to Unlock Cheat Codes and What They Do
A list of RDR2 cheats
Red Dead Redemption 2 cheats can be collected as you progress through the campaign, and in this guide we’re going to list all RDR2 cheats, how you unlock them, and what they do. Remember that if you’re using cheats in this game Trophies will be disabled and you won’t be able to save your progress. As a result you should...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - What Year Does the Story Take Place In?
Is RDR2 a sequel or prequel?
When is Red Dead Redemption 2 set? And is RDR2 a sequel or a prequel? In this guide we’re going to answer some lingering questions about Rockstar’s smash hit Western, including the time period that the title takes place in, and whether it continues or precedes the story of the original Red Dead Redemption on the...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How Long Does It Take to Complete?
How long is Red Dead Redemption 2?
How long is Red Dead Redemption 2? How many hours does it take to complete? We're sure many of you will be wondering, so let's just say this: Red Dead Redemption 2 is a big game -- a very big game if you want to see and do everything. That week you booked off work probably won't be enough. If you want to know how...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Quickly Make Money
Best ways to make money in the opening hours
How do you make money in Red Dead Redemption 2? Trust us, you'll be making a lot of money throughout the game, but for the first ten hours or so, things can be rough. When Arthur and the gang are laying low, saving up a decent amount of money can be difficult, especially when there are no big jobs on the...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Upgrade Your Guns and Weapons
How to increase your gun's stats
How do you upgrade your weapons in Red Dead Redemption 2? If you're looking to customise your weapons and make them more effective in combat, upgrades are always an option if you've got the cash. By the end of the game you'll have a load of different guns to choose from, with multiple revolvers, pistols, shotguns,...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Bond with Your Horse
How to improve your horse's level
How do you raise your horse's bond level in Red Dead Redemption 2? Raising your horse's bond level is an important part of making sure your steed is reliable. Your horse is just about your most trusted companion throughout the game, and increasing its bond level gives you better control over it when riding. A higher...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Replay Missions
Gold Rush
How do you replay missions in Red Dead Redemption 2? Rockstar’s latest has such good quests that you may want to replay some of them. This is actively encouraged as the game has checklist system that awards you medals based on how you perform in each objective. If you plan to unlock the ‘Gold Rush’ Trophy by earning 70 Gold Medals in...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Buy the Machete, Hatchet, and Cleaver
How to unlock the machete, hatchet, cleaver
How do you unlock the machete, hatchet, and cleaver in Red Dead Redemption 2? These are the strongest melee weapons in the game, dealing big damage with every hit, assuming that you can get close enough to your enemies. How to unlock the machete, hatchet, and cleaver in Red Dead Redemption 2 To unlock the...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 Companion App - How to Use It and What It Does
What can you do with the companion app?
Rockstar has released an official Red Dead Redemption 2 Companion App on both iOS and Android. This second-screen application allows you to extend your open world Western experience, providing you with more options and putting important information at your fingertips. The app launched alongside the full game,...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Get the Best Horses
Where to find the best horses
What are the best horses in Red Dead Redemption 2? Your horse is your most trusted companion in RDR2, so you'll want to get your hands on a good one -- one that allows you to escape from danger quickly while also carrying you great distances when it's time to travel across the map. In this guide, we're going to go over...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 Poisonous Trail Treasure Map Locations
Treasure hunt
Money is in short supply even for those that steal in Red Dead Redemption 2, but we've got good news for you: there are several stashes of treasure dotted throughout the world that you can gather by following treasure maps. However, even finding the treasure map in the first place can be tricky, as they're often found in the most...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Lose Your Wanted Level and Escape the Law
How to avoid lawmen
How do you lose your wanted level and escape the law in Red Dead Redemption 2? Avoiding the law may sound simple enough on paper, but in Red Dead Redemption 2, things can quickly turn ugly if you're not properly prepared to make your escape after committing a crime. Whether you're on your feet or horseback, it's always best to...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Pay Off Your Bounty
How to pay off your bounty
How do you lose your bounty in Red Dead Redemption 2? A price on your head means that you're a wanted man, and once you have one, you'll be periodically tracked down by bounty hunters looking to claim their reward. The higher the bounty, the more bounty hunters you'll have to face or avoid. You can find out all the ways...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - All the Ways You Can Get a Bounty
How to get a bounty on your head
What crimes give you a bounty in Red Dead Redemption 2? There are a lot of different ways to get a bounty on your head in Red Dead Redemption 2, so it's always something to be aware of before you think about breaking the law. You can find out how to pay off your bounty in Red Dead Redemption 2 through the link. If...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 Jack Hall Gang Treasure Map Locations
Treasure Hunt
Stuff ain't cheap in Red Dead Redemption 2. There's so much to spend your hard-earned (read: stolen) cash on from new outfits, to horses, and camp upgrades that help Dutch and the gang live a little bit freer. Suffice to say that you're going to need a bunch of dollar if you plan on getting the most out of life as a cowboy...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How Many Chapters Does It Have?
How many missions are there?
How many chapters does Red Dead Redemption 2 have? In this guide we're going to break down how long Red Dead Redemption 2 actually is, but fair warning: knowing how many chapters the game has may impact your experience. If you want to know how long it takes to complete Red Dead Redemption 2, take a look at our guide...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - What Does Fortifying Your Health, Stamina, and Dead Eye Do?
How does fortifying work?
What does fortifying your health, stamina, and dead eye do in Red Dead Redemption 2? 'Fortifying' is an effect that tonics and other consumable items have on your health, stamina, and dead eye bars and cores. In this guide, we'll explain what fortifying actually does. What does fortifying your health, stamina, and dead eye...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Upgrade Camp
How to improve the gang's camp
How do you upgrade your camp in Red Dead Redemption 2? Arthur is in charge of improving the gang's main camp in Red Dead Redemption 2, so you get to decide how the camp's funds are spent. You can use the camp's money to upgrade various things like food variety, general comfort, ammo and medicine stockpiles, and other...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How Do You Tell the Time?
Find out the time in RDR2
How do you tell the time in Red Dead Redemption 2? As with most Rockstar games, RDR2 runs on a day-and-night cycle, with certain events only appearing at specific times of the day. But how do you tell the time? We’re going to explain in this guide. How Do You Tell the Time in Red Dead Redemption 2?: To tell the time in...
Poll Have You Bought Red Dead Redemption 2?
The biggest game of 2018?
Regular readers will have known that this poll was coming. Releasing today (that's the 26th October, in case you're reading this at a later date), Red Dead Redemption 2 is finally here. Unbelievably, it's been over eight years since the first game, and we're sure that many of you are dying to get started on this highly...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How Do You Play in First-Person?
A different perspective
Red Dead Redemption 2 can be played from a first-person perspective, just like Grand Theft Auto V before it. Changing the viewpoint gives you a whole different outlook on the Wild West, and you can do it in-game on the fly. But how do play RDR2 in first-person? In this guide, we’re going to explain how you can play Red Dead...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - All Dreamcatcher Locations
Where to find all 20 dreamcatchers
Where can you find all the dreamcatchers in Red Dead Redemption 2? There are 20 dreamcatcher locations found throughout the world in Red Dead Redemption 2, and some of them can be tricky to find. Once you find your first dreamcatcher, you'll open up a challenge that tasks you with finding all 20. Fortunately, our...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Discover the Fate of Marco Dragic
Artificial intelligence
One of the quest lines in Red Dead Redemption 2 sees you attempting to discover the fate of Marco Dragic, and completing it will unlock the ‘Artificial Intelligence’ Trophy. We’re going to walkthrough the steps that you need to follow in order to complete the Stranger Mission in this guide, so read on. How to Discover...
Review Red Dead Redemption 2 - Rockstar's Best Ever Game
Dutch courage
It's almost hard to believe that the first Red Dead Redemption released more than eight years ago. Rockstar Games achieved something quite special with the gritty tale of John Marston, delivering an open world title that was ahead of its time. The genre's come a long way since, but with Red Dead Redemption 2 -- a prequel, despite the...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 FAQ - Everything You Need to Know
All your questions answered
Red Dead Redemption 2 is finally here. After a lengthy development and a whole ton of hype, the open world Western sequel is within reach. There's lots of information out there regarding Rockstar's latest, so to make sense of it all, we've gathered as much of it as we can right here, in one handy dandy guide. See below...
Guide How to Buy Red Dead Redemption 2 Game and PS4 Pro Console Bundles
Where to get your hands on RDR2
Red Dead Redemption 2 is out very soon indeed, and it's looking to be another stunner from Rockstar Games. The open world Western releases on 26th October 2018, and there are a couple of different ways you can get involved on PS4. If you're just after the game itself, there's the standard or special edition to...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Gain or Lose Honor
How to increase or decrease your honor
How do you gain or lose honor in Red Dead Redemption 2? Much like in the first Red Dead Redemption, main character Arthur can be more of a good guy or more of a bad guy depending on how you play. Do generally nicer things, like saving people from being robbed, to increase your honor. Do generally bad things,...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - How to Give to the Poor
Donate $250 to the gang tithing box
Red Dead Redemption 2 allows you to give to the poor via the Gang Tithing box, but you have limited opportunities to part with your hard earned cash. Donating a measly $250 will reward you with the ‘Give to the Poor’ Trophy, but if you don’t do this between Chapters 2 through 4, you may miss the opportunity...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - All Mini Games and Where to Find Them
Hobby horse
Red Dead Redemption 2 has four mini games that you’ll need to complete in order to unlock the ‘Hobby Horse’ Trophy and move one step closer to 100 per cent completion. These four mini games are: Blackjack, Dominoes, Poker, and Five Finger Fillet. In this guide we’re going to list all four mini games and tell you where to find...
Guide Red Dead Redemption 2 - Best Ways to Restore Your Health, Stamina, Dead Eye Cores
How to restore cores
What are the best ways to restore your health, stamina, and dead eye cores in Red Dead Redemption 2? Making sure Arthur is fit and healthy is your first step towards finding success in Red Dead Redemption 2, so keeping your health, stamina, and dead eye cores topped up is pretty important. Your health, stamina, and dead eye...
