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Open world video game by Rockstar Games set in the Old West period of America

Open world video game by Rockstar Games set in the Old West period of America

Vote: (314 votes)

Program license: Paid

Developer: Rockstar Games

Version: 1.0

Works under: Windows

Vote:

Program license

(314 votes)

Paid

Developer

Version

Rockstar Games

1.0

Works under:

Windows

Pros

  • Beautiful scenery throughout the gameworld
  • A complex and engaging storyline
  • Multiple game types to choose from

Cons

  • No local co-op
  • Some of the mechanics can be confusing
  • Takes up quite a bit of storage space

Red Dead Redemption 2 is an open-world action game that has beautiful graphics, an excellent storyline, and multiple game modes.

Within months of being released, Red Dead Redemption 2 began to rack up dozens of awards in the gaming industry. It continues to be one of Rockstar’s flagship titles, and the Windows version is shaping up to be just as popular as the console releases. Players can either control a cowboy named Arthur Morgan in single-player mode or hop online to play with friends and strangers. No matter what type of gameplay you prefer, Red Dead Redemption 2 has a little something for everyone.

During the primary campaign, you are going to play as Arthur Morgan while he travels with the infamous Van der Linde gang. The gang is in decline, and it is constantly being hounded by federal agents, local law enforcement officers, and other gangs. Throughout the game, the gang is going to move to various camps, and each camp has its own unique challenges. In addition to improving your character, you can also strengthen your camp and its inhabitants with new perks, powerful weapons, supplies, and cash.

The single-player campaign is where this game truly stands out from other RPGs, and players can easily spend hours getting lost in the woods, hunting for animals, or speaking with random bystanders. In addition to the traditional first-person and third-person views, you can also switch to a breathtaking cinematic mode that turns the game into a beautiful movie that you have full control over.

While the online game types originally received quite a bit of criticism, they have improved after dozens of patches. One of the most popular online game types is an open world where you can play alongside or against other human players. Within that world, you can establish a custom camp for your posse where you are safe from PvP action, but your character will be killed as soon as you leave the camp. Your posse can continue to improve the camp by hunting, carrying out quests, or stealing from other players.

There are some additional online game modes, and each option has been designed for a different type of gameplay. Some matches will pit you against dozens of other players in battle royale matches while others have you take over hostile territory from NPCs. You also have the option of playing against others in target races, loot gathering matches, and team shootouts.

From the eye-catching graphics to the engaging voice acting, it will tough to find any aspect of this game that hasn’t been expertly done. This unique open-world title has many different game types to choose from, and you are sure to find quite a bit that you love. The team over at Rockstar is also constantly releasing new DLC and game types, and that means that Red Dead Redemption 2 is only going to get better.

Pros

  • Beautiful scenery throughout the gameworld
  • A complex and engaging storyline
  • Multiple game types to choose from

Cons

  • No local co-op
  • Some of the mechanics can be confusing
  • Takes up quite a bit of storage space