Red Dead Redemption 2

 PlayStation 4
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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 21344 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 1,937 out of 21344
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  1. Quadrobeam
    Oct 27, 2018
    10
    The beauty in this game is indescribably amazing. Content feels fresh constantly and is almost endless.
    The story is unrivaled by any other game and the controls are exceptionally smooth. It is the only game i will ever consider a masterpiece
  2. Shadow1234
    Oct 27, 2018
    10
    You don't need a review. You have already made up your mind that this game is great. Get out there, buy this game and enjoy it.
  3. poupet
    Oct 28, 2018
    2
    Beautiful visually, but it really lacks a good gameplay. The game is slow, and the story and characters are not very interesting.
  4. Bloodklot
    Nov 2, 2018
    10
    It's abundantly clear that the low scores you see here have ABSOLUTELY nothing to do with the game. It's just butt hurt PC fanboys that are too poor to buy a console. I have both PC and console for just this situation. And this game is GORGEOUS!!!! The only people missing out are these jealous dumbasses that sit behind a pc with nothing to do. There is SO MUCH to do in this game. YouIt's abundantly clear that the low scores you see here have ABSOLUTELY nothing to do with the game. It's just butt hurt PC fanboys that are too poor to buy a console. I have both PC and console for just this situation. And this game is GORGEOUS!!!! The only people missing out are these jealous dumbasses that sit behind a pc with nothing to do. There is SO MUCH to do in this game. You can not go wrong. This might be the best Rockstar game I've ever played. Again, don't pay attention to the PC trollers. They no nothing and aren't true gamers. A true gamer plays on all platforms. These are children that don't have enough allowance from mommy.… Expand
  5. Soullessrun
    Nov 3, 2018
    8
    One of the best games that i ever played last time i saw so much detail and secrets in any game was back in 2004 when i played MGS3.
  6. GenericGamer283
    Nov 6, 2018
    9
    Red Dead Redemption 2 is the cultivation of Rockstar's entire gaming development history and sets new bars and expectations we as gamers will have for future games being released, especially Rockstar titles. Graphically, it is the most beautiful game in the market, as well as being more immersive than it probably should be. Some may say the "ultra-realistic immersion" hurts the gameplay asRed Dead Redemption 2 is the cultivation of Rockstar's entire gaming development history and sets new bars and expectations we as gamers will have for future games being released, especially Rockstar titles. Graphically, it is the most beautiful game in the market, as well as being more immersive than it probably should be. Some may say the "ultra-realistic immersion" hurts the gameplay as a whole, and while I don't agree with these statements, I could do definitely see how casual players might be annoyed by these aspects. In terms of the game's story, it's without a doubt the best modern western in recent years and a proper prequel to its predecessor. You will find a wide array of new and returning characters, each memorable in their own way, and with over 500,000 lines of dialogue, every person you meet feels "alive." All in all, with its expansive open-world and fun gameplay loop, this is a game I believe everyone should experience.… Expand
  7. Reaperofsouls4h
    Nov 6, 2018
    9
    Don’t listen to these bad reviews on here either they are trolls, pc users upset because they don’t have the game or Xbox one users / PS4 users bashing the other version of the game. This game is not for gamers with short attention spans . This game is for people who like to take there time and enjoy the scenery, enjoy the game. Now granted no game is perfect that’s why I gave it a 9Don’t listen to these bad reviews on here either they are trolls, pc users upset because they don’t have the game or Xbox one users / PS4 users bashing the other version of the game. This game is not for gamers with short attention spans . This game is for people who like to take there time and enjoy the scenery, enjoy the game. Now granted no game is perfect that’s why I gave it a 9 instead of a 10 because no game is perfect. Now if rockstar does a few patch updates to address a couple problems the game has it would be a 9.5.. this is game of the year contender for sure. Either this or God of war will win game of the year but if I had to bet money on what it would be I would give it to red dead redemption 2. If you like westerns or open world games buy the game you won’t regret it.… Expand
  8. RichYardFineMen
    Nov 11, 2018
    8
    Graphically, this game does not disappoint. The world is packed full of detail and interactions with other NPCs are deep and meaningful; each character feels like a person with a unique story behind them which draws you in greatly.

    Although clunky at times, character movement is responsive and has clearly been improved from GTA V. The only main criticism I have is that the main story    Graphically, this game does not disappoint. The world is packed full of detail and interactions with other NPCs are deep and meaningful; each character feels like a person with a unique story behind them which draws you in greatly.

    Although clunky at times, character movement is responsive and has clearly been improved from GTA V.

    The only main criticism I have is that the main story can feel a bit boring and repetitive at times, especially with the horse riding. However, this is countered by the intricate hunting system and an abundance of side quests to choose from.

    Overall, I recommend this game strongly to anyone considering buying it.    … Expand
  9. Nasty_Cherry
    Mar 7, 2019
    0
    It is the worst game I've played recently. I even don't understand why it has so high ranking - poor plot (no logic, no excitement, primitive), poor RPG part of the game (it is just useless), poor shooting, the online is just a new battle royal where you even can't play. You can even apply a gel to your hair, but why? There is no use of it. Fancy? Yes. But it is not a good game. The onlyIt is the worst game I've played recently. I even don't understand why it has so high ranking - poor plot (no logic, no excitement, primitive), poor RPG part of the game (it is just useless), poor shooting, the online is just a new battle royal where you even can't play. You can even apply a gel to your hair, but why? There is no use of it. Fancy? Yes. But it is not a good game. The only good game that was created by Rockstar is GTA 5 and that is all.… Expand
  10. larsdebest21
    Nov 4, 2018
    9
    This games is not perfect like some say but its also not complete **** that others want you to think of it. But its a really nice open world game with random encounters bonding with your comrades and it also has online play. Therefore it gives way more than other games try to sell you for 60 euros. I am satisfied and look forward with the online play :)
  11. ProNoob
    Nov 5, 2018
    8
    Deep, rich in variety and with an excellent story. RDR2 is masterful in so many ways, but let down slightly by clunky gun mechanics and minor gripes. The world we play in is the most alive I've seen in an open world game, the details in execution of side missions, NPC's who go about their daily lives, random events and the beauty of the map itself are all astounding. The exploration,Deep, rich in variety and with an excellent story. RDR2 is masterful in so many ways, but let down slightly by clunky gun mechanics and minor gripes. The world we play in is the most alive I've seen in an open world game, the details in execution of side missions, NPC's who go about their daily lives, random events and the beauty of the map itself are all astounding. The exploration, hunting, crafting and mini games are all fun in their own right and you can lose a lot of hours within them, which is what I'm doing on my second journey through the game, slowly slowly. My biggest problem is that the gunplay doesn't flow and is rather clunky for the most part, and there isn't really enough of it through main missions as you will spend more time getting to them than you will actually shooting, and being a cowboy game shooting should be done way better than it is. Dead-eye makes it all easier, but it is already quite easy, so I rarely use it, unless I use quick draw which is actually very well done. The story is brilliantly written and acted out, and especially by Arthur, which gets better as the game goes on.

    I recommend this game to anyone who wants a great story, deep world and wants to sink a lot of hours into.    … Expand
  12. Materak
    Nov 2, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. a little too hyped, but still a solid game. Story is good. Shooting feels good. horses feel great. doesn't have the **** setup missions from gtav. I wish there were some more weapons; I wanted to go to another gunsmith and see the different weapons they had, but every vendor has the same thing. lots of fun shootouts. Has some good humor. Some cut-scenes were really amazing and showed emotion in an indirect manner. I wish the main character was a more compelling, but he still passes as a human being, but I think thats more of a matter of opinion. And lots of side stuff to do. Random encounters arent always a mission and i like that, keep it simple. I am almost done with the game and will be updating my review after that.

    FINAL REVIEW: A really great game. Arthur becomes a father like character by the end of the game and that made me feel a connection towards him. I ended up liking him more than John. The game gets A LOT better after the 3rd chapter. The pace picks up and tensions rise in the later chapters. The ending is set up very well and delivers an emotional experience that I loved so much. There were a few characters I wish I could spend more time with, but the character building was still pretty good. I wish the new area after you complete the game was less empty; there isnt much to do. Sorry if this review is a bit messy, Im just listing any criticism or praise that comes to mind. The people that are giving the game a 0/10 really need to grow the **** up and actually play the game.    … Expand
  13. timothyhys
    Oct 29, 2018
    9
    My experience with the game so far has been nothing short of fantastic, the horse mechanics, animations and gunplay all look good and felt natural. Also, I've seen reviews complaining about the gunplay, especially due to the fact that you have to manually run around when in gunfights, manually reload at the same time. Though I do agree that it may not be fanciful to everybody that playedMy experience with the game so far has been nothing short of fantastic, the horse mechanics, animations and gunplay all look good and felt natural. Also, I've seen reviews complaining about the gunplay, especially due to the fact that you have to manually run around when in gunfights, manually reload at the same time. Though I do agree that it may not be fanciful to everybody that played it. For me I think it felt purposeful for the type of game it is trying to be. It's mainly due to the fact that each weapon has almost an entirely different feel. There's a certain weight to the combat and shooting due to this that other games have not yet explored. This type of gunplay has not been done before in any game, so I wouldn't blame people for disliking the slow paced, cinematic style Rockstar was aiming for. It does need time to get used to it, it's probably due to common gameplay expectations to come with these sorts of shooting games. It's not a secret Rockstar is a company of experimentation and innovations, it's also clear that their intention was to reinvent 3rd person shooting with a more grounded style of gameplay requiring precise movements and strategy that blends in with their animations. It's more than meets the eye and I just can't help but wonder how many look past all this. Knowing Rockstar as the richest gaming developer in our modern world with 8 years on this game, you would think that there would be a reason behind the gameplay mechanics and decisions in the final outcome. Sad to see that this is underappreciated because of how casual many games have been that fixed our expectations on good shooting mechanics.

    I have yet to finish the story and this was my overall experience with the game so far. Basically Rockstar nailed what they set out to do with this game in terms of immersion, however the disappointing factor for me was that of the NPC interactions, which wasn't as I had imagined originally when showcased in their gameplay trailer.

    This game has not met the criteria for next gen gaming, but what it achieves here has definitely not been done before either.    … Expand
  14. L1nkAnd
    Oct 30, 2018
    10
    Игра класс столько мелочей и проработок,классная английская озвучка как будто окунулся в фильм вестерн ,а то что она только на консолях вообще все равно, потому что ради таких игр стоит покупать консоли.
  15. Who1dat2eat
    Oct 31, 2018
    10
    This game is a true masterpiece in gaming and entertainment in general, this is what you should get when you pay £50 for a game, not a half assed 4 hour game filled with barebones multiplayer and micro transactions. Expect more from your games. Red dead redemption 2 has set a new bar for single player games and games in general and I know I will spend 100 more hours in the game even afterThis game is a true masterpiece in gaming and entertainment in general, this is what you should get when you pay £50 for a game, not a half assed 4 hour game filled with barebones multiplayer and micro transactions. Expect more from your games. Red dead redemption 2 has set a new bar for single player games and games in general and I know I will spend 100 more hours in the game even after now that I have finished the story with multiplayer to come. This game is worth more than the price of admission. Play the game and find out for yourself… Expand
  16. SekiroShinobi
    Oct 31, 2018
    10
    This game is absolutely fantastic! I had been waiting for this game for a long time now and now that I've got it, it got me completely hooked. The score, the dynamic weather system and the completely believable characters are overwhelming! The intro of the game made me feel like I'm in a Westworld episode directed by Tarantino. Tonnes of exciting side quests to keep me busy for the coming days.
  17. tom2123
    Oct 31, 2018
    10
    Best game ever best game ever best game ever best game ever best game ever best game ever best game ever best game ever Best game ever best game ever best game ever best game ever best game ever best game ever best game ever best game ever
  18. Gmod44
    Oct 31, 2018
    9
    PROS: The story is excellent, graphics are the best I've seen on a base PS4, horse riding has improved since the first game, euphoria is back and better than ever, the games map is giant and diverse with an abundance of animals to hunt, your character is customizable from their clothes to hair and beard, horse is customizable as well.
    CONS: In-game days are too short (max 15 mins),    PROS: The story is excellent, graphics are the best I've seen on a base PS4, horse riding has improved since the first game, euphoria is back and better than ever, the games map is giant and diverse with an abundance of animals to hunt, your character is customizable from their clothes to hair and beard, horse is customizable as well.
    CONS: In-game days are too short (max 15 mins), default settings for gun play was not ideal (after playing with the settings I made it better), every time you get on your horse you put away your rifles and have to equip them again.
    In conclusion the experience of playing this game far outweigh the cons, and this will most likely win Game of the Year.
    Side-note: if you expect this game to play like GTA you will not like this game, if you don't like a story that slow burns/builds up you will not like this game, if you have a short attention span you will not like this game, if you don't like RPG elements i.e. having to eat you will not like this game.
    Also, the amount of people complaining about having to ride a horse everywhere blows my mind, are people really this dumb? It's a cowboy game, the only means of transportation is a horse or train, they didn't have supercharged cars or planes. If you don't enjoy riding a horse around the map, this game obviously wasn't made for your style of gaming (duh?).    … Expand
  19. Banana123
    Nov 1, 2018
    9
    It's good but a bit overhyped, i like it and its a good western style game.
  20. RebelPorcupine
    Nov 1, 2018
    9
    There are going to be a lot of people who don't like this game. The pacing is slow to start, you have to "pause" frequently to eat, the looting animations take a while, there's lots of riding, and the combat is pretty much the same as any other rockstar game.

    All that being said - I think the game is fantastic. I don't mind the long rides, the scenery is beautiful. The story is perhaps    There are going to be a lot of people who don't like this game. The pacing is slow to start, you have to "pause" frequently to eat, the looting animations take a while, there's lots of riding, and the combat is pretty much the same as any other rockstar game.

    All that being said - I think the game is fantastic. I don't mind the long rides, the scenery is beautiful. The story is perhaps the best we've seen in any game, ever. Graphics are incredible and dialogue is well written and acted. Most importantly, I enjoy myself every time I play. If you understand and accept that this isn't a fast paced, combat centric game, then I think you will too.    … Expand
  21. Sergiocrow
    Nov 2, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm reading comments about the game how much disappointment and its good but not perfect
    Gentlemen and ladies you have Big problem in your brain have a good f**** day

    The game is amazing it have some flaws but I don't mind still amazing!    … Expand
  22. denismilky
    Nov 2, 2018
    10
    This is the best I've played in the last three years. Thank you to Rockstar
  23. kreeperok
    Nov 3, 2018
    10
    Great game. Perfect balance between realism and arcade. Open world looks alive first time ever: something is happening around almost each moment of time. Never seen this level of attention to details. Realistic physics. Stunning lighting effects.
    This is a game worth to buy a console for.
  24. Fangenijus
    Jun 19, 2020
    8
    RDR2 is great in detailed world but not as great in gameplay. It is still a good fun game if you have patience.
  25. Zeydlitz
    Oct 27, 2018
    0
    This is not a game, this is a worst nighrmare. Interface is BAD, quest design is lame (man, inability to lassoed or shoot running out target? It's 2001 now?) Horses are STUPID and have no intention to survive, they are simply motorcycles with horse textures, they jump into pit, jump under the train, runing in trees and posts. But yes, horseballs is shrinking -- lame desing!
  26. barce1ona
    Oct 27, 2018
    2
    reviewers are suffering mass delusion. game is like a walking simulator. slow and boring. takes an age just to turn round. no wonder game is said to be 60 hours. most of it is grinding away doing rubbish with constant cut scenes!
  27. aiTarget
    Oct 30, 2018
    0
    I don't want to say what Rockstar did and especially did not. Peple, who did'nt remember their past has no future. You can't change your past.
  28. ducde
    Oct 28, 2018
    0
    Hello assassin's creed 3 graphics with halflife 2 gameplay and **** story. Play more than 10 hour and learn nothing fun
  29. adelzamzami
    Oct 29, 2018
    1
    i don't know where to start with this piece of garbage from uninteresting story to extremely old slow outdated mechanics, all i can say god damn rock star for this worthless game it should be free.
  30. Pooriya7
    Oct 28, 2018
    10
    best open world game 2018 and best game every time red dead redemption 2 is best
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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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