Red Dead Redemption 2

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  • Summary: Developed by the creators of Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption, Red Dead Redemption 2 is an epic tale of life in America’s unforgiving heartland. The game’s vast and atmospheric world also provides the foundation for a brand new online multiplayer experience. America, 1899. The endDeveloped by the creators of Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption, Red Dead Redemption 2 is an epic tale of life in America’s unforgiving heartland. The game’s vast and atmospheric world also provides the foundation for a brand new online multiplayer experience. America, 1899. The end of the Wild West era has begun. After a robbery goes badly wrong in the western town of Blackwater, Arthur Morgan and the Van der Linde gang are forced to flee. With federal agents and the best bounty hunters in the nation massing on their heels, the gang has to rob, steal and fight their way across the rugged heartland of America in order to survive. As deepening internal fissures threaten to tear the gang apart, Arthur must make a choice between his own ideals and loyalty to the gang that raised him. [Rockstar]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 33
  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. GamingTrend
    Oct 25, 2018
    100
    Red Dead Redemption 2 raises the bar for sandbox adventure games. It’s organic in a way almost unseen in any genre, creating an authentic open world that is as cohesive as it is compelling. This title will set the bar for action adventure games for years to come.
  2. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Dec 18, 2018
    100
    Unquestionably 2018's best game, and an all-time open-world masterpiece. [Christmas 2018, p.89]
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  3. IGN
    Oct 25, 2018
    100
    Red Dead Redemption 2 stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Grand Theft Auto V as one of the greatest games of the modern age. It’s a gorgeous depiction of an ugly period that’s patient, polished, and a huge amount of fun to play, and it’s combined with Rockstar’s best storytelling to date.
  4. MondoXbox
    Oct 25, 2018
    100
    Red Dead Redemption 2 isn't just a masterwork with an unparalleled attention in details and world development, but a real new milestone in its genre, capable of further shortening the distance between movies and games, but without sacrificing gameplay and complexity. A game that everyone should play.
  5. Impulsegamer
    Oct 25, 2018
    100
    Red Dead Redemption 2 lives up to everything and more with what Rockstar Games have promised. More importantly, the gameplay is enjoyable and accessible, the story engaging and the characters are interesting, however what Rockstar Games have achieved is creating a truly interactive, immersive and massive open-world game that feels solid and you can almost imagine that you are part of this world.
  6. Wccftech
    Oct 25, 2018
    97
    Red Dead Redemption 2 may not be perfect, but its minor shortcomings are like tiny blemishes on a stunningly beautiful face. In a way, they only serve as a reminder of how this world isn't made for perfection. Every single aspect of the game will put you into the very shoes of an outlaw roaming America with his gang as they try to escape the law long enough to make the money needed to disappear for good. It's an epic, memorable and engrossing tale which also elevates the open world genre to new heights with the brand new interaction system, a cast of memorable characters and a ton of high-quality content to play for a long time.
  7. New York Daily News
    Oct 29, 2018
    80
    Red Dead Redemption 2’s missteps are few. The autosaving system is a little bit cruel, leading you to replay failed missions not from a pivotal point, but often from the very beginning of the mission or the section; the game should have taken cues from Ubisoft’s Far Cry and implemented far more friendly checkpoint saves. And while horseback riding in this game is largely fantastic, it’s odd to spend so much time tapping a button just to create your horse’s pace. This is intuitive -- but it feels unnecessary at times, too. The entire Red Dead experience, though, feels fantastic overall.

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  1. Positive: 908 out of 1130
  2. Mixed: 108 out of 1130
  3. Negative: 114 out of 1130
  1. Mhben
    Mar 2, 2019
    10
    Im only 11 hours in and im stunned. Everything is so detailed and gorgeous. Even just riding on your horse is interesting and fun. It is farIm only 11 hours in and im stunned. Everything is so detailed and gorgeous. Even just riding on your horse is interesting and fun. It is far from boring. So much to do everywhere. This might change once i complete the game but im already addicted. Love this game… Expand
  2. 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 overwhelmRed 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
  4. Soldier1stClass
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I ever played. It's beautiful open world was amazing to explore and it's story is very well written and I loved the mainOne of the best games I ever played. It's beautiful open world was amazing to explore and it's story is very well written and I loved the main cast of characters.… Expand
  5. kobaeee
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    Years later this is still one of the most realistic games ever made. The world, people, and animals are all so belivable. On top of that theYears later this is still one of the most realistic games ever made. The world, people, and animals are all so belivable. On top of that the best cowboy/western game ever made.… Expand
  6. RickNeto21
    Nov 7, 2018
    10
    This is the most beautiful game I have ever seen on Xbox X. The graphics are perfect and playing through the game I did not face any slowdown.This is the most beautiful game I have ever seen on Xbox X. The graphics are perfect and playing through the game I did not face any slowdown.
    Great story and immersive environment.    … Expand
  7. MrHugonautilus
    Dec 6, 2018
    9
    Story 10/10
    Graphics 10/10
    Gameplay 8/10 The Story of Arthur Morgan is one of the best i experienced in video games. The Characters of    Story 10/10
    Graphics 10/10
    Gameplay 8/10

    The Story of Arthur Morgan is one of the best i experienced in video games. The Characters of the Game are so filled with depth and emotion (some funny, some angry, some dumb, some annoying, some depressed and on and on). I enjoyed my time spent in New Hannover.

    RDR2s open world is stuffed with life and cool sidequests (that aren't even titled sidequests). Everywhere you go you have the feeling of an reacting world. Animals, People and nature reacts to Arthur. It just looks so beautiful. I played it on my Xbox One x in 4K. Absolutely nice.

    RDR2 would be a total 10/10 if there werent so many bug in the Gameplay. Its slow. It takes its time. Its horse riding. And last but not least....its horse riding.    … Expand
  8. emoninja
    Aug 11, 2020
    0
    Online gameplay is attrocious, especially after the August 10th 1.21 update. In general, it feels as though this game's online component isOnline gameplay is attrocious, especially after the August 10th 1.21 update. In general, it feels as though this game's online component is neglected and underappreciated by Rockstar Games. The updates are few and far between over the past 2 years compared to Grand Theft Auto Online, Red Dead doesn't get the light of day, but Grand Theft Auto is the golden child. I've tried to advocate for Red Dead Online, even convinced some of my friends to get an X Box so we could play together. But after this most recent patch, it's clear to me that there is no care or concern for the game by the developers. I feel like a fool for believing this was a worthwhile outlet for my time. I was wrong.… Expand

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