Play RDR 2 before RDR 1 story-wise and atmosphere-wise?

[silverblade2]

I haven`t yet played RDR 2, and as RDR2 is a prequel.... do you think it makes sense story-wise and atmosphere-wise to play RDR 2 before RDR 1 (the difference in graphics quality is unimportant for me, the story is what counts for me)

[AC Denton]

Either way works.

Starting with 2 works best for the narrative flow, 1 continues on from 2 directly. But on the other hand starting with 2 makes 1 feel like a downgrade because it has less detail and content. Starting with 1 also spoils a lot from 2, but that arguable works for the narrative flow (e.g. seeing the downfall of the gang, which you know happened from the first game can be enjoyable, it plays on nostalgia and rewards prior understanding).

[lecug262008]

I think it doesn´t care, you can play the games in the order that you prefer. I played the second game before the first one, and I really enojoyed the experience,

[Papa Bear]

Originally posted by silverblade2:

I haven`t yet played RDR 2, and as RDR2 is a prequel.... do you think it makes sense story-wise and atmosphere-wise to play RDR 2 before RDR 1 (the difference in graphics quality is unimportant for me, the story is what counts for me)

Story wise, chronological, yes it is better to do 2 first then 1. I played one first cuz i played it when it came out, so that is how alot of people play it, but it will have some spoilers for 2.

Atmosphere wise, 1 is more of an actual western than 2 is. Both in story, atmosphere, and music. Both are very fun to play.