Play this first or RDR2 ?

[Prakkmak]

What to play first ? (Dont care about money)

[DogMeat]

Originally posted by tarmo888:

Yes, RDR2 is written so you don't have to play RDR1, but if you are going to play both, then RDR1 first and then RDR2 is better.

The point is to offer arguments of WHY its better to play them in that order.

If I agreed with you, I'd argue that:
-From a gameplay perspective you're moving from a much simpler game to a more complex game with simulation aspects. Its going to be a much easier transition from RDR 1 to RDR 2. It will also be more enjoyable to see the graphics improve dramatically in RDR 2 instead of stepping back with the original. While its a prequel, I feel the story of RDR 2 is more impactful and enjoyable after playing RDR 1.

I actually feel RDR 1's story is more impactful after RDR 2, but you could argue that for both games. Why am I arguing YOUR points better than you are? Make actual points!

[tarmo888]

Originally posted by DogMeat:

Originally posted by tarmo888:

Yes, RDR2 is written so you don't have to play RDR1, but if you are going to play both, then RDR1 first and then RDR2 is better.

The point is to offer arguments of WHY its better to play them in that order.

If I agreed with you, I'd argue that:
-From a gameplay perspective you're moving from a much simpler game to a more complex game with simulation aspects. Its going to be a much easier transition from RDR 1 to RDR 2. It will also be more enjoyable to see the graphics improve dramatically in RDR 2 instead of stepping back with the original. While its a prequel, I feel the story of RDR 2 is more impactful and enjoyable after playing RDR 1.

I actually feel RDR 1's story is more impactful after RDR 2, but you could argue that for both games. Why am I arguing YOUR points better than you are? Make actual points!

Well, maybe make up your mind, you seem to be confused.

[Galahead]

RDR first, just so you can appreciate the multitude of little mechanics and activities in RDR 2. Both great games but I like the writing in the first one, has more of that old Rockstar absurd and satirical flare and their back of the classroom vibe that all their games really had back around that time. Lazlow will be missed.

RDR has funner writing
RDR 2 has funner gameplay

Hope you enjoy them both, exceptional games.

[DogMeat]

Originally posted by tarmo888:

Well, maybe make up your mind, you seem to be confused.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtHBM0rWO-E

[Shoah Kahn]

Different games:
1. RDR story driver solo, with fun multiplayer modes (*the latter not included in this version of the game)
2. RDR2 is an animal skinning simulator comprised of mini button prompt style gameplay actions, with a separate online component that is roundly hated due to its boring nature and hacking issues (*you can play privately using a simply file placement; but, that accentuates the boredom issues).

That is, the former game is a fun video game (were its MP modes intact, that is); whereas, the sequel is more an experiment (failed?) in "cowboy simulation".

[Bobby]

Listen it’s simple.
What came first, that you (we) played over a decade ago - the point is, there was no RDR2 over 10 years ago.
Just because a generation were too young etc. doesn’t change history.

The devs never played RDRD2, because they hadn’t even thought of it!

You play RDR1.

[DogMeat]

Originally posted by Bobby:

Listen it’s simple.
What came first, that you (we) played over a decade ago - the point is, there was no RDR2 over 10 years ago.
Just because a generation were too young etc. doesn’t change history.

The devs never played RDRD2, because they hadn’t even thought of it!

You play RDR1.

Sure, but RDR 2 really does enhance the story of RDR 1 adding a lot of context.

[PBP1366]

I would honestly say either or because whether you play in release order or story order they are both functional storytelling experiences.

[mccluckers]

you should play the 2nd one first, and then this one immediately after. when i first played rdr1 i kinda didnt really care about john's motivations, but rdr2 made me appreciate him a lot more.

[KAZOO]

Originally posted by Makszi:

RDR1 has a way better story.

I actually agree. RDR2 story for 80% of the time: Dutch: "We just need time", "We just need money"

[Fenthedog]

Play this first as the graphics of RDR2 will make it look like crap. Chronologically this is first anyway!

[DogMeat]

Originally posted by Fenthedog:

Play this first as the graphics of RDR2 will make it look like crap. Chronologically this is first anyway!

No its not.

RDR 2 = 1899
RDR 1 = 1911

[Captain Flappy]

Originally posted by Fenthedog:

Play this first as the graphics of RDR2 will make it look like crap. Chronologically this is first anyway!

Released first, chronologically second...

[Demonsouls1993]

Originally posted by Prakkmak:

What to play first ? (Dont care about money)

if you want to follow the story in order play RDR2 first if you dont care for that and just want to play something fun then play RDR1 first 2 felt like it has more survival to it with eating and what not this game doesnt have any of that