Initial Impressions of Red Dead Redemption 2 (RDR2)

[Hikari]

Howdy folks,

I've recently dipped my toes into the world of Red Dead Redemption 2 (RDR2), spending just a couple of hours exploring what it has to offer. Here are my initial thoughts on this highly acclaimed game:

Visuals and Atmosphere:
RDR2's visuals are simply breathtaking. The landscapes are beautifully rendered, and the attention to detail is astounding. From the bustling towns to the serene wilderness, every corner of the world feels alive and meticulously crafted.

Storytelling and Characters:
Even in my brief time with the game, I can already appreciate the depth of the storytelling. The characters are intriguing, and the interactions feel genuine. I'm eager to uncover more about Arthur Morgan and the gang's journey.

Gameplay Experience:
The gameplay mechanics seem robust, although I've only scratched the surface. Horseback riding feels realistic, and the gunplay mechanics seem to offer a good balance between challenge and satisfaction. I'm looking forward to exploring more of the activities and missions.

Potential Concerns:
With just 2 hours played, it's hard to pinpoint any significant concerns. However, I've noticed the learning curve for controls and systems might take some time to master. The pace also seems deliberate, which may not appeal to everyone seeking immediate action.

Future Expectations:
As I continue to dive deeper into RDR2, I anticipate uncovering more layers of its gameplay and narrative. I'm particularly interested in how the world evolves and the impact of my decisions on the storyline.

Conclusion:
While my experience with Red Dead Redemption 2 is still in its early stages, I can already see why it's praised as a masterpiece. The craftsmanship and attention to detail are evident, and I look forward to immersing myself further in this richly realized world.

For those who have played more extensively, I welcome your insights and recommendations as I continue my journey in RDR2.

[Bwoah]

I'm glad you like it and I also think the RDR2 single player campaign is a masterpiece, but it's a shame about the state of the online mode.

[FreddieForever#1]

nice comedy there! to me its the most boring game ever made with the worst controls and most shallow story and characters ever.

[Who]

Originally posted by FreddieForever#1:

nice comedy there! to me its the most boring game ever made with the worst controls and most shallow story and characters ever.

Or maybe you have no taste in video games.

[Silhouette]

I recommend plugging in a console controller if you're struggling with the controls.

99-out-of-100 times I prefer mouse and keyboard, but NOT in this game - I found a console controller to be MUCH better.

If you're worried about aiming with dual joysticks, don't be, the game's aim-assist does A LOT of heavy lifting. I'm not a console player, but after an hour-or-so I found the controls so much easier to use. :)

The single player camapign is incredible! :D

[Leafarasta]

Originally posted by FreddieForever#1:

nice comedy there! to me its the most boring game ever made with the worst controls and most shallow story and characters ever.

You are the nice comedy. 175 Game of the Year awards isnt enough? your opinion is invalid. Games made after RDR2-2024 dont even come any where close to it. I guess you're gen z with max 3 secs attention span

[FreddieForever#1]

Originally posted by John:

Originally posted by FreddieForever#1:

nice comedy there! to me its the most boring game ever made with the worst controls and most shallow story and characters ever.

Or maybe you have no taste in video games.

i have very good taste in games, this game is just terrible in every single way, i really liked RDR1 which is 100 times better.

[FreddieForever#1]

Originally posted by Leafarasta:

Originally posted by FreddieForever#1:

nice comedy there! to me its the most boring game ever made with the worst controls and most shallow story and characters ever.

You are the nice comedy. 175 Game of the Year awards isnt enough? your opinion is invalid. Games made after RDR2-2024 dont even come any where close to it. I guess you're gen z with max 3 secs attention span

i dont care if it got 1 million awards, it has the WORST controls and gunplay of any game ever made.

[Leafarasta]

Originally posted by FreddieForever#1:

Originally posted by Leafarasta:

You are the nice comedy. 175 Game of the Year awards isnt enough? your opinion is invalid. Games made after RDR2-2024 dont even come any where close to it. I guess you're gen z with max 3 secs attention span

i dont care if it got 1 million awards, it has the WORST controls and gunplay of any game ever made.

You're right and the millions of people are wrong.

[FreddieForever#1]

Originally posted by Leafarasta:

Originally posted by FreddieForever#1:

i dont care if it got 1 million awards, it has the WORST controls and gunplay of any game ever made.

You're right and the millions of people are wrong.

You sound like a blind fanboy, its a fact that it has terrible unresponsive laggy controls and the gumplay is terrible, rdr1 is 100 times better.

[Bwoah]

Originally posted by FreddieForever#1:

Originally posted by Leafarasta:

You're right and the millions of people are wrong.

You sound like a blind fanboy, its a fact that it has terrible unresponsive laggy controls and the gumplay is terrible, rdr1 is 100 times better.

I played both games and RDR2 is miles better in every way than rdr1 so i dont know what youre smoking there.

[FreddieForever#1]

Originally posted by Bwoah:

Originally posted by FreddieForever#1:

You sound like a blind fanboy, its a fact that it has terrible unresponsive laggy controls and the gumplay is terrible, rdr1 is 100 times better.

I played both games and RDR2 is miles better in every way than rdr1 so i dont know what youre smoking there.

I played both too and think the opposite.

[Bwoah]

Originally posted by FreddieForever#1:

Originally posted by Bwoah:

I played both games and RDR2 is miles better in every way than rdr1 so i dont know what youre smoking there.

I played both too and think the opposite.

Good but calling RDR2 a comedy and the most boring game ever made that is too much especially in the context that today we only get boring MP games with tons of microtransactions.

[FreddieForever#1]

Originally posted by Bwoah:

Originally posted by FreddieForever#1:

I played both too and think the opposite.

Good but calling RDR2 a comedy and the most boring game ever made that is too much especially in the context that today we only get boring MP games with tons of microtransactions.

I really tried to like the game and given it 100 chances but everytime i play it i get bored to death after 2 minutes, the controls are so laggy and unresponsive and the gunplay is terrible, the story is very simple and lame and the characters are uninteresting, i hope the next game is nothing like this one and more like RDR1 which is a masterpiece.