Red Dead Redemption 2

 PlayStation 4
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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 21344 Ratings

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  1. OVLange
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    You know if a game goes as far as detail to make you brew coffee via campfire before drinking it, or getting your weapons from a horse's satchel, or literally watching it's testicles shrink in cold weather, that this is game of the decade material.
  2. pongkrit03
    Nov 12, 2018
    8
    The 10 score reviews here must be some hardcore fanboys or Rockstar employee themselves since most of their accounts are only review RDR2 game. On the other hand, those who give 0-3 must be troll PC gamers. Anyway, I myself have played the game for 10 hrs+. Still early, but I do agree with most helpful user reviews here. This game is overrated, the score should be around 7-8. However, IThe 10 score reviews here must be some hardcore fanboys or Rockstar employee themselves since most of their accounts are only review RDR2 game. On the other hand, those who give 0-3 must be troll PC gamers. Anyway, I myself have played the game for 10 hrs+. Still early, but I do agree with most helpful user reviews here. This game is overrated, the score should be around 7-8. However, I give a 8 because I respect the sheer amazing detail Rockstar has put in this game. I will keep short here since many most helpful reviews did a great job of criticizing the bad things. Besides, I might revise my review later once I am done with the game.

    Major Pros
    - Amazing Detailed World
    - NPCs feel like real persons. Many different dialogues.
    - Hunting feels fantastic
    - Side activities are good, I love hunting down wanted criminals.
    - Various mini games. (I like poker game)

    Major Cons
    - Control is weird and need a lot of memorizing (But become less problem once you get used to it). You may need to check online for clearer explanation of control since ingame does not give you a controller mapping. (why ?)
    - No Fast travel in early game ( You need to upgrade camp to get fast travel ability but it costs a lot)
    - Law is too restrict. Bumping someone can easily lead to gunfight and you get a fine for murderer. This is not right. In real life situation, you should be able to apologize
    - Chores - can't skip taking a bath.
    - Lack of freedom in term of choices. Most of the times, you will have only 2 choices, good or bad, nothing in between. For example, there was a main mission that I had to talk with the priests, I could only talked politely with them, like I was interested in their religion, or choked their leader to dead. This felt wrong to me. I should have been able to aim my gun and threaten them to go away.
    - No quick save
    - Main character attitude is unlikable for me. I personally don't like his voice as well.

    In Sum, RDR2 is great in detailed world but not as great in gameplay. It is still a good fun game if you have patience but the realistic should be optional. For people who want fast paced game, devs should give a choice to skip chore scenes and allow fast travel at the beginning of the game.. For those who hasn't played the game yet, I would advise to wait and see if Rockstar will have a patch to tone down the wanted system or not. I love its realistic though but as it stands now my Witcher 3 is much better game in comparison.    … Expand
  3. l3anyan
    Nov 15, 2018
    8
    *This is a updated review.*

    Initially I had a very hard time adapting to the feel of the game and its controls. I think coming from PC to a PS4 exacerbated this, as well as my lack of love for Sony's controllers. At about twelve hours in I was ready to give up; I was considering returning or selling the PS4 Pro bundle, and I also started browsing other games. And while I do still think    *This is a updated review.*

    Initially I had a very hard time adapting to the feel of the game and its controls. I think coming from PC to a PS4 exacerbated this, as well as my lack of love for Sony's controllers. At about twelve hours in I was ready to give up; I was considering returning or selling the PS4 Pro bundle, and I also started browsing other games. And while I do still think the controls can be cumbersome, now at forty hours in, and having punched horses tethered next to mine too many times, by attempting to mount my horse, I've finally been able to simply get over it. At this point when I do play the game I find it difficult to stop. Graphically the game is stunning (aside from character faces). The audio is the real gem for me - sometimes I wish I can go to sleep with my character parked in one of the minor towns... It's among the best I've ever seen in that department. Further, everything has dialogue. I have no issues with the gun play, and again here, the audio puts the cherry on top. Most of the missions are very engaging with the exception of the scripted chases that get a little cliche. I do wish Rockstar would review the missions in their games where you have to sprint after someone requiring you to tap a button fast enough to cause carpal tunnel - it's seriously getting old and it's in no way fun or enjoyable - it's a chore. I still find the bounty/wanted system a bit wonky; at times, while in a new set of clothes and mask et al, when robbing a train I am quickly identified. The bottom line is this game is worth every penny. There are no micro-transactions (yet) which a lot of developers should take note of. The pace of the game is also perfect; with so much on hand that you can do the pace allows you to thoroughly explore the game and its regions... To the point where I find myself not wanting to move to the next chapter quite yet. This and AC Odyssey are the only two games this year that the asking price is actually worth the product. Anyone owning a console should own this game; I came from PC and purchased a PS4 bundle to get my hands on the game with no regrets. Is it perfect? Nothing is. But it's damn close.

    In the end the reader will have to take what I am saying here, and many others, with a grain of salt, as many of us aren't even done with the game. Ideally reviews should only be written after completely seeing a movie, listening to a record, or playing a game. Next time I'll take my own advice and I'll update my review should something need to be added or if my rating changes.    … Expand
  4. Eymen
    Nov 8, 2018
    10
    If these things change, this Game could be a masterpiece for me:
    - Yes an unrealistic, but defrustrating fast travell option like in Assassin‘s Creed. (I dont want spent hours on riding in the whole game)
    - Better controlls in movement and aiming/shooting (This is a Western Game by the way....shouldnt be shooting one of the most important things here??? And no, i dont want just switch to    If these things change, this Game could be a masterpiece for me:
    - Yes an unrealistic, but defrustrating fast travell option like in Assassin‘s Creed. (I dont want spent hours on riding in the whole game)
    - Better controlls in movement and aiming/shooting (This is a Western Game by the way....shouldnt be shooting one of the most important things here??? And no, i dont want just switch to auto aim!!!)
    - A more fairly Bounty System which does not punish me for just jostle.
    - Option to adjust survival mechanics like eating, cleaning weapons, clothing, bath etc.
    (I want to escape my real live, not spend hours for living another live!!!)
    - Graphics fix for Ps4 Pro (Sharpness and Blurry Problem)

    I am hopefull for the next update and will wait to play until then.
    Without the Game mechanics fixes, i cant think about playing RDR2 online. Gameplay mechanincs are the core in online Play.    … Expand
  5. bbeeman
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    51% complete and have not been bored one minute out of those 35+ hours. Beautiful graphics, entertaining combat, dense cities, impacting decisions, and intriguing character development within the story. All of these characteristics of RDR2 make it an instant classic.

    For those giving this game a 0 - You're cheating Rockstar out of a reasonable score. In no world does this game deserve a    51% complete and have not been bored one minute out of those 35+ hours. Beautiful graphics, entertaining combat, dense cities, impacting decisions, and intriguing character development within the story. All of these characteristics of RDR2 make it an instant classic.

    For those giving this game a 0 - You're cheating Rockstar out of a reasonable score. In no world does this game deserve a negative score. Those reviewers either can't play the game on their PC, over-dramatize rare bugs, or just have some odd kind of hatred towards polished single-player games. Don't pay any attention to the 0's here. This game is as deserving of a 10 as any. The only fair gripe that can be made regards clunky controls and clunky movement from Arthur. There are alternative controller configurations, so it only takes a few hours to get accustomed to Rockstar's "heavy" movement response. All other complaints about the game on this thread are most likely unjustified and unfairly claimed.    … Expand
  6. warmakern
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    Red Dead Redemption 2 isn't a game that should be taken lightly. This is true in most of Rockstar's long list of games, which often overwhelm the player with their sheer size and mechanical depth. Red Dead Redemption 2, however, stands out as a pinnacle among masterpieces. You may, understandably, assume that I'm simply riding the "Red Dead hype wagon" but, unless the game drasticallyRed Dead Redemption 2 isn't a game that should be taken lightly. This is true in most of Rockstar's long list of games, which often overwhelm the player with their sheer size and mechanical depth. Red Dead Redemption 2, however, stands out as a pinnacle among masterpieces. You may, understandably, assume that I'm simply riding the "Red Dead hype wagon" but, unless the game drastically changes after the first 10 hours or so, this is certainly not the case.

    From what I've experienced so far, Red Dead Redemption 2 offers the player an unprecedented amount of options in what to do and how to tackle the, both optional and integral parts of the game. Fortunately these options do not overwhelm the player, but are instead revealed progressively, allowing you to first master what is already there. After several hours spent with the game I was still constantly being surprised by a steady stream of new features and added complexity to pre-existing mechanics.

    All this depth, however, wouldn't be worth 2 cents if it wasn't for the incredibly high degree of fine tuning and polishment that went into the game. The frame rate stays smooth and constant throughout the whole experience and, incredibly enough, so far I haven't encountered a single bug during my 14 hours of playing the game. Rockstar have certainly nailed the shooting mechanics, but there are also more discreet options for those who aren't completely certain that lead is the be-all end-all problem solver.

    To summarize: Red Dead Redemption 2 is a must buy for anyone looking for a deep and fleshed out experience, that gradually unfolds during many hours of game time. It's not a game that you can rush through over the weekend (though, admittedly, I myself might in retrospect have been a bit too hasteful in order to experience as much as possible in a short time window). If you're willing to put in the time however, Red Dead Redemption 2 is guaranteed to offer you a complete and thrilling experience, brimming with possibilities for the player to discover. If I have one complaint regarding the game it's that it didn't come out sooner.    … Expand
  7. TheOnlineGamer
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    This is the greatest game I have ever played.

    Everyone has already gone on about how it has the most immersive open-world, godlike graphics/art direction, the most lifelike physics engine ever made (thank you Euphoria!), exquisite music and attention to detail, and that is all true, but I want to draw the attention to what really makes this game special: its connection to Red Dead    This is the greatest game I have ever played.

    Everyone has already gone on about how it has the most immersive open-world, godlike graphics/art direction, the most lifelike physics engine ever made (thank you Euphoria!), exquisite music and attention to detail, and that is all true, but I want to draw the attention to what really makes this game special: its connection to Red Dead Redemption 1.

    Most game sequels of this calibre completely neglect their previously established characters and story because they don’t have the confidence to try and build on them in case they flop and just make everyone hate their previous work as well, but Red Dead Redemption 2 is different. It actually HAS that confidence. And it delivers. This is the greatest video game narrative ever written. The choice to make it a prequel and tie it back to John Marston’s old days in the Dutch Van Der Linde Gang is hands down the BEST aspect of this game. It harkens back to characters you love, so you instantly have that connection and uses that context to establish new characters you’ll know and love as well. Arthur Morgan’s struggle with morality and the inevitable outcome of his actions is one of the most engaging gaming stories ever told and is a great successor to John Marston’s story which was also brilliant.

    I **** loved this game and I think it’s smart that Rockstar are investing in their new IPs instead of just hashing out another GTA (which would’ve been the obvious financial decision). But Rockstar isn’t like that. They’re not EA. They have actual integrity and want to be remembered for their resonance, quality and hard work rather than just taking the easy decision.

    Red Dead Redemption 2 is proof of that.

    Now make L.A Noire 2, PLEASE!    … Expand
  8. Jezirah
    Oct 26, 2018
    8
    All these reviews with 0/10 are annoying, also 10/10 with "this game WILL be amazing" who haven't played it...

    It's a solid game, nothing revolutionary... pro: big beautiful looking World good presentation smooth gameplay neutral: story - not enough seen to judge con: nothing revolutionary - too much hype world feels empty - authentic for western, but not for exiting    All these reviews with 0/10 are annoying, also 10/10 with "this game WILL be amazing" who haven't played it...

    It's a solid game, nothing revolutionary...

    pro:
    big beautiful looking World
    good presentation
    smooth gameplay

    neutral:
    story - not enough seen to judge

    con:
    nothing revolutionary - too much hype
    world feels empty - authentic for western, but not for exiting gameplay
    timesink - riding simulator
    (small one: no ballistics - when you shoot with a bow it flies straight forward)

    Good game for every western fan and for those who have nothing to play anymore...    … Expand
  9. mlnsfn
    Oct 27, 2018
    10
    Do not consider the negative reviews, seriously. I don't know what's wrong with these people... RDR2 is a masterpiece, full stop. If you enjoyed the first chapter, this is the game you've been waiting for the last 8 years. Wonderfully crafted, fun, deep, relaxing, and some of the best dialogues I've ever listened to (yeah, movies included). It's a ****ty world, but a great age for gaming.Do not consider the negative reviews, seriously. I don't know what's wrong with these people... RDR2 is a masterpiece, full stop. If you enjoyed the first chapter, this is the game you've been waiting for the last 8 years. Wonderfully crafted, fun, deep, relaxing, and some of the best dialogues I've ever listened to (yeah, movies included). It's a ****ty world, but a great age for gaming. RDR2 will be remembered as one of the reasons why. Peace!… Expand
  10. JagWarr
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    Quality. That is what this game is. Many try to do what Rockstar does, and many fall flat on their face. There is a reason why Rockstar takes years to develop their games. It's because they value QUALITY, rather than quantity.

    Red Dead Redemption 2 has just set the bar for open world games. This masterpiece, this work of art, this gift from gods, is sooooo good that I told my girlfriend    Quality. That is what this game is. Many try to do what Rockstar does, and many fall flat on their face. There is a reason why Rockstar takes years to develop their games. It's because they value QUALITY, rather than quantity.

    Red Dead Redemption 2 has just set the bar for open world games. This masterpiece, this work of art, this gift from gods, is sooooo good that I told my girlfriend I am too sick to come over and give her the D. I spent a week locked in my house playing this game. I havn't done that since I was a teen. So you can imagine how good a game is when you deny the D to a woman just to play a game.

    I havn't felt so apart of a video game world since Skyrim. Its that good. The level of detail is through the roof. The level of polish is through the roof. The level of replayability is through the roof. I can go on and on. GTA, step aside. RDR is the new king of the open world genre.    … Expand
  11. Imprisoner
    Oct 26, 2018
    8
    I will be completely honest. The game is obviously well made and is by no means bad... But where is the line between fun and frustrating? I cannot help but feel that the realism hurts Red Dead Redemption 2. Constantly having to do mundane and boring tasks like bathe, eat, clean your weapons, and others make the game feel like a chore. I will also say that the aiming controls are TERRIBLE.I will be completely honest. The game is obviously well made and is by no means bad... But where is the line between fun and frustrating? I cannot help but feel that the realism hurts Red Dead Redemption 2. Constantly having to do mundane and boring tasks like bathe, eat, clean your weapons, and others make the game feel like a chore. I will also say that the aiming controls are TERRIBLE. I hope they are improved in a patch.

    Regardless, the world is alive and brilliantly crafted with plenty of content to keep you going for hours upon hours. Will update this review when multiplayer comes out.    … Expand
  12. bobishere
    Dec 23, 2018
    10
    Changed my review, the game is amazing and full of great characters that you fall in love with.
  13. ELGuztavos
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    Best game I've played since the Witcher. The amount of content is overwhelming. Beautiful and amazing in every way
  14. ZMZMZM2900
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    Read dead 2 is a fantastic game, from fun addicting game play to amazing graphics. I had loads of fun playing this game
  15. Darklord1744
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    Game of the year material, the way Arthur trotted through the snow, as well as the first instance when the game open up to you. A must play for all gamers.
  16. mrfoxys
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    Play it for 10hour straight, this games so beautiful, brilliant story so far, world sooo freaking big, to much to do..i love slow pace games like this.
  17. ps4lover
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    Omg, what the **** wrong with PC gamers who gave 0 on this game.. Metacritic need to figure it out for keep haters, trollers and PC gamers away from give zero on games if it is not for PC version.. i played this for 2 hours last night so graphic is amazing and details like jaw dropping. gameplay is great.. physic and animations look realistic.. voice acting is top notch. music is so goodOmg, what the **** wrong with PC gamers who gave 0 on this game.. Metacritic need to figure it out for keep haters, trollers and PC gamers away from give zero on games if it is not for PC version.. i played this for 2 hours last night so graphic is amazing and details like jaw dropping. gameplay is great.. physic and animations look realistic.. voice acting is top notch. music is so good while playing game.. Please make Bully 2 and GTA VI for PS5.. RDR 3 should take event after RDR 1… Expand
  18. anto81
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    Best open world game ever made,as usual Rockstar set the bar and on this one is very high,perfect!!!!
  19. elraphael
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    Genialna gra, co tu dużo pisać, gram dopiero 3h, ale już widzę że będzie to piękna historia, brawo R*.
  20. JTJSGamer
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    Ah Rockstar, you've done it again. This game has a lot of hype going for it, and still went above expectations.
  21. Proteus
    Oct 26, 2018
    9
    Very attractive game and feels like the old wild west...we want that right? Just solid throughout but the I've seen nothing to really rave about besides consistent quality. Obvious choice for a FP single player fan and western fan.
  22. HayvenMoses
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    Been a gamer all my life,since the Atari,very few games have blown me away like this,The Last of Us the very First Tomb Raider,Splinter Cell come to mind. This games a once in a lifetime expierence,its so well done,the story,voice acting and gameplay are second to none. This is just one of those games EVERYONE should have,do yourself a favor pick this one up.
  23. MikeG4Life
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    Wow Rockstar Games done did it again a real masterpiece definitely goty, The realism in this game is simply amazing with some amazing detailed graphics, story, characters and the music score is beautiful, I hate that people’s making a big deal out of the realistic features can’t wait for online in November hope it’s not a pay to win with buffalo cards etc like gta online because it totallyWow Rockstar Games done did it again a real masterpiece definitely goty, The realism in this game is simply amazing with some amazing detailed graphics, story, characters and the music score is beautiful, I hate that people’s making a big deal out of the realistic features can’t wait for online in November hope it’s not a pay to win with buffalo cards etc like gta online because it totally took the fun out of the online because everyone has lock on rockets vehicles etc lol.… Expand
  24. OnlyOneHere
    Jun 21, 2023
    9
    This game is a jaw-dropping masterpiece. Ever since I got a PS4, I've been waiting years for that "next-gen" AAA gaming experience. After so many disappointing games, it's finally here. The visuals look stunning. The gunplay and shooting mechanics are very satisfying. You can switch between third person and first person. The story and characters are well-written. The missions are fun andThis game is a jaw-dropping masterpiece. Ever since I got a PS4, I've been waiting years for that "next-gen" AAA gaming experience. After so many disappointing games, it's finally here. The visuals look stunning. The gunplay and shooting mechanics are very satisfying. You can switch between third person and first person. The story and characters are well-written. The missions are fun and diverse. Horse mechanics have so much depth.

    There is so much attention to detail in this game. The physics are godly. If you run towards a tree with a horse, the player and the horse will crash and fall. The horse can also lose balance and trip if you put it next to the edge. The mud and snow physics are so immersive. There are so many customization options. Lots of animals to hunt with detailed skinning animations. The hand-to-hand combat is great. There is so many things to do in the open world, like fishing, poker, dominoes, interact with NPCs, cause mayhem, and much more.

    The online multiplayer isn't available yet but it will be coming soon. I am fully satisfied with the singleplayer, and the fact that the developers are adding multiplayer to this masterpiece is biblical. There is so much content in this game, I can wait for the multiplayer. I strongly recommend you get this game now. This game puts most "AAA" games to shame. This is the greatest game of this generation.

    Edit: I see that Rockstar likes to make stupid changes to their old games like GTA 5 Online, so allow me to do the same with this game regarding the score. No longer a 10, it's a 9. Let me be perfectly clear Rockstar, I only gave you a 10 because back in 2018 I had to find a game on Playstation to score a 10 so these developers wouldn't think I'm some Xbox fanboy for giving Forza a 10. Well I hope the developers see this, because I absolutely hate Xbox and Playstation has always been my main console since its debut. Anyway does this deserve a 10? Close, but no cigar. This game is indeed biblical and it has everything I could ever ask for in a full priced AAA open world game, but Dan Houser can't resist his obsession with movies and storytelling. If they were to cut down a bit on this movie stuff or make a biblical multiplayer experience, this would easily remain a 10. To this day, RDR2 is still jaw-dropping. Another criticism I have, where is the freaking next-gen version Rockstar? Jesus Christ are these developers so lazy. Ubisoft can give me PS5 upgrades for free. You know the gaming industry is horrible when almost all developers are lazier and greedier than Ubisoft.    … Expand
  25. Neu-ro-man-cer
    Oct 27, 2018
    10
    Phenomenal game.
    ...and I am not a fanboy.
    I am an AI scientist, not a Rockstar Games employee. Have no relation to Rockstar Games, except for admiring them for the Art, they Create. I didn't finish RDR2 by far...but as far as I reached, I can tell this: RDR2 is the game, which achieves creating / re-creating a living-breathing environment (the Wild West) the most. No other game can /    Phenomenal game.
    ...and I am not a fanboy.
    I am an AI scientist, not a Rockstar Games employee.
    Have no relation to Rockstar Games, except for admiring them for the Art, they Create.
    I didn't finish RDR2 by far...but as far as I reached, I can tell this: RDR2 is the game, which achieves creating / re-creating a living-breathing environment (the Wild West) the most.
    No other game can / could do this so well until now, and I played nearly all (since the age of 3).
    All Elder Scrolls, all Fallouts, Horizon: Zero Dawn, most Assassin's Creed games, GTA3-4-5, and the list could go on (from Digger and Frogger in 80's to today's titles, since more than 35 years).
    ...and this is the game, that comes closest to reality, imho.
    The pace is slower, than GTA, or other action-games...but if you can reduce your BPM, and sync-in with the frequency of this Masterpiece, then you can experience something (a level of immersion, fun and Meaningful Freedom!), no other game can / could deliver until today.
    Did you climb up a barn, and sit in the window, and watched the sunset, while smoking a cigarette, and then observing the world through your binoculars, as the _autonomous_ inhabitans, NPCs, i.e. people, animals and all, live their life?
    Try to play it as if You Are Really There!!
    That is going to give you something, no other game could (to me it does / did).
    10 / 10.
    ...and this is my absolute score. Not in order to balance out all the zeroes (made by zeroes).
    This is my personal, objective (as far as possible) opinion of the quality of this interactive experience.
    Rockstar Games --------- Hats Off, and G.d Bless You for being, and for being so amazing a studio, shooting for quality, similarly to a few others, like e.g. CD Projekt Red.
    Thank you very much for the gift and the art.
    ...and you, all fellow players: please slow down, and explore, and pay attention to the details as well, while playing. Look at how the water splashes, when horses run through a stream - look at how the snow is swept by the feet of those horses - look at how the clouds are swirling and painting the sky - look at this Creation, at the World, and dream yourself away in it, slowly, peacefully, giving yourself enough time, hours each time you play, without pressure to complete or compete. Like a truly delicious dish, which is too tasty to eat it in a rush. Enjoy every bite, and every bit...and also please spread the word. This one truly deserves to Fly!    … Expand
  26. sw1ft111
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    NOFAP November now is possible thanks to this game.... thanks rockstarfor this game
  27. Nassalrais
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    Absolutely amazing. This game is a trip, this game is a journey, this game is the most beautiful open world of its generation and what about everything else... Talking about gameplay, of course it is similar to RDR with a character quite heavy but this is relevant because the feeling is much more realistic than some other games where the character is as heavy as a feather. There is so manyAbsolutely amazing. This game is a trip, this game is a journey, this game is the most beautiful open world of its generation and what about everything else... Talking about gameplay, of course it is similar to RDR with a character quite heavy but this is relevant because the feeling is much more realistic than some other games where the character is as heavy as a feather. There is so many things to do, to discover and to dream about that is seems you can spend entire days playing RDR2 without getting bored. The framerate is good with some (very rare) drop in town but that's ok. To conclude, I can say that this game deserve the maximum grade and the only reason some people put negative is because they need to feel different than the others, and because it is Rockstar. But trust me, you've never see something like this.… Expand
  28. Patman1234
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    It is without a doubt the greatest game ever made. If you can't handle gritty physical game play then don't bother, go and whine like the PC "Master Race" (LOL). Obviously everyone knows the kind of highly detailed, large open worlds Rockstar creates. This one is that on a hole new level and with an immersion not seen before in games. This pushes the open world genre forward like no gameIt is without a doubt the greatest game ever made. If you can't handle gritty physical game play then don't bother, go and whine like the PC "Master Race" (LOL). Obviously everyone knows the kind of highly detailed, large open worlds Rockstar creates. This one is that on a hole new level and with an immersion not seen before in games. This pushes the open world genre forward like no game since GTA III.

    As for people giving it a 0 because it isn't on PC. You can't review a game you haven't played so please grow up. Console gamers have had to listen to your comments on every gameplay video for every console game ever, saying the graphics/framerate etc are better on PC, and I am sick of it. No one cares that you have spent 5 or 6 times more and a machine to play games on. The performance may be better, but consoles are by NO MEANS bad. It's not just black and white, rubbish and amazing, there is an in between and RDR2 looks ridiculously good on PS4.

    Metacritic should remove anyone who mentions PC because they aren't reviewing the game, they are just sad and pathetic that they haven't got to play the greatest game ever made (by some margin as well). This isn't just a game, it's a life simulation set in the Wild West. Buy it and ignore the idiots who can't cope and need to get back to their mother's basements.

    Check the critic review score for confirmation, they know a lot more than the desperate PC fornicators. End.    … Expand
  29. hernaxx
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    Le pongo un diez, solo por el hecho de que están entrando en enjambre niñatos medio bobos poniendo ceros sin haberlo tocado. Metacritic no debería dejar poner puntuaciones hasta pasado un tiempo desde el lanzamiento, porque esto es de coña y no tiene ninguna veracidad.
  30. beb2592
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    So far, all I can say is: Wow! What a game!
    The beginning is a bit of a slow burn ( never boring just slow, still very interesting) bit once you get out into the open world everything sort of just clicks.
    The characters have great personalities so far, and I can actually already start to understand these people and form a connection to them. So far the story in good, looking    So far, all I can say is: Wow! What a game!
    The beginning is a bit of a slow burn ( never boring just slow, still very interesting) bit once you get out into the open world everything sort of just clicks.

    The characters have great personalities so far, and I can actually already start to understand these people and form a connection to them.

    So far the story in good, looking forward to seeing how everything pans out

    The graphics. My GOD the graphics are spectacular! Everything from the falling snow to the mud clinging onto your clothes when you are wrestling with an npc. Textures are detailed and the world feels alive!

    Now onto the gameplay, and sorry for being brief on all this ( I want to continue to play after this)
    It takes a bit to get used to coming from GTA IV, V, and the original Red Dead Redemption. This is due to, from what I can tell, there being more weight to everything. From running to firing your gun. Some may call this slow and clunky, I call it more real. If that is what they were going for.

    Overall so far great job Rockstar! Once again you have not disappointed me!    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#1 Best PS4 Game of 2018
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#2 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2018
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#2 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2018

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Metascore
97

Universal acclaim - based on 99 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 98 out of 99
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 99
  3. Negative: 0 out of 99
  1. CD-Action
    Nov 14, 2019
    95
    It’s an huge, outstanding piece of art – worth the hard-earned cash as well as countless hours that are needed to get to know at least some of the attractions of Rockstar’s rendition of Wild West. For those who put story first – the biggest virtue of Red Dead Redemption 2 is that it sets the stage for RDR 1 and does it wonderfully. [13/2018, p.40]
  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Dec 31, 2018
    100
    Amazing not only for Western lovers. No other game has probably offered so many options to express yourself in the open world, and at the same time did not have such an interesting, rough and moving story. A magnificent experience, with a slightly slower start. [Issue#291]
  3. TrueGaming
    Nov 30, 2018
    95
    The first new game from Rockstar for this generation of consoles doesn't disappoint, it is as impressive as you hoped it to be.
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