They should add 60fps to rdr2, there's no excuse not to, ps5 and xbox series x could do it easily at 1080p and 1440p, the graphics are already great i'm not asking for any graphics remastering just give us a 60fps option come on Rā
Rdr1, the Witcher 3, ghost of Tsushima is a good start. I like to throw in subnautica for exploration but if youāre looking for combat stick to the first three.
Man idk what my problem is but I canāt get into The Witcher 3. Iāve tried at least 5 times but something isnāt clicking with me. Perhaps Iāll revisit it.
Subnautica tho, I love that game A LOT. One of the greatest, underrated exploration games
Same with me but like once I finally got into it, I was really into it. It plays a lot like RDR2 honestly the closest game to that besides RDR1. GOT is great too but a little more predictable. I just got RDR1 because I havenāt played it and if you havenāt yet itās worth it, it looks and plays great with the PS5 60FPS.
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I played Witcher 3 before I found RDR2, if it was the other way around I'd be in the same boat as other ppl. I'm afraid RDR2 has permanently fucked my ability to appreciate other games of relative quality. Cyberpunk, Rise of the Ronin, Fallout, nothing is doing it. Now I just get blasted once or twice a week and replay RDR2.
I have exactly the same issue with The Witcher 3. I got the game after recommendations here on reddit, but I haven't managed to fall for it yet. I gave it multiple tries, but we are not clicking.
I love TW3.. shame you don't like it but Ghost of tsushima is a Masterpiece tho. You should defo try that game! Great characters, story, soundtrack & graphics! You'll love it.
Iām with you on W3. The whole franchise is just too corny for me. But even as a game, it feels dated. I fall short with basically all open world games because RDR2 is the only one that pushed for closer to realism rather than a videogamey type of world. Itās all I want now and I canāt get into typical games anymoreZ
I appreciate The Witcher for the story, but after RDR2 I fired up TW3 and couldnāt get over the horse mechanics. What sucked the most was the almost instant realization that 1) I wouldnāt get over it and 2) I wouldnāt have noticed had I picked up TW3 before RDR2.
I am ruined on open world games. Definitely ruined on any open world games with semi-realistic animals, too.
RDR2 has the best horses. Sometimes I sign on and just have Arthur or John take a ride. I find it soothing. It may sound weird but I love those horses.
One thing I remember bugging me on W3, and Iām sure most will disagree with me on this as this is basically in all games: it was in the first village you encounter thereās kids walking around, lady working etc and not 20ft away there are monsters just chilling. Monsters that are enemies to these people. Monsters that you can kill, walk 20ft away and then go back and they magically respawn (because the game needs them there for players to grind). The lack of logic just mutilates my immersion compared to RDR2.
Iām sure rdr2 has examples of this, but itās SO much more better hidden than any other game Iāve ever seen I think it deserves a pass. Theres at least that attempt for realism in its world.
I donāt blame W3 for this, but itās annoying and imo inexcusable for post-Rdr2 games to still implement this outdated design.
The Witcher 3 is a great game and a lot of people love it (understandably so) but for me the combat system is unbearable, I couldn't go on playing it even if I liked the world and the characters
I agree dude, I tried the witcher 3 so many times but I find it excessively full of cutscenes and long conversations, it supposedly gets better after the prologue but I cant stand it.
You don't hear this phenomena get discussed enough but almost every game that ended up being life-changing for me were games I didn't like at first. The Witcher 3 took me years to persist with - but once you get there, jesus by the time you're first walking into Toussaint in that second expansion... you'll feel like you lived it all, and you will love Geralt as much if not even possibly more than Arthur.
It's all worth it for the experience of Blood and Wine, the only expansion better than Undead nightmare. persist!
Honestly, there is no game like RDR2 imo... but there are some other uniquely immersive games out there of stellar quality you can just get lose in.
Cyberpunk 2077 and The Witcher 3 come to mind. Very rich in detail with a lot of attention put into the world and characters. Also very polished nowadays. V and Geralt also fall into that same badass renegade with a good layer of complexity vibe that Arthur has.
Elden Ring is vast and addicting. Turned me into a Souls nut and made me run through a lot of their catalogue multiple times.
Or the simplest answer, RDR1. It's different but the same. You'd be surprised the amount of depth it has.
If you like the immersion aspects of RDR2 you will like Kingdom Come: Deliverance a lot. Itās an RPG without magic or any fantasy aspects which I really appreciate. I started playing a few days ago and while it does take practice, you will learn the mechanics eventually. Fighting can be particularly frustrating due to the complex mechanics. Some mods improve gameplay, for example the crosshair while aiming bow mod. The graphics are incredible when on ultra and otherwise they are still great. The animations and voice acting are clunky at times but it doesnāt distract me too much. As with all RPGs I would avoid following what other people do and experience everything your way. The DLCs vary, with some story focused and others improving the overall experience of the game. The A Womanās Lot DLC does lock you out of the main game and takes about 5 hours to complete depending on how itās played, so be sure when you want to play that one if you do. The game is currently on sale on steam, but Iām not sure about other platforms.
That's the thing, there are very few good western games out anymore, with the Red Dead series being the undisputed best one. I've never played the Call of Juarez series but that's the closest contemporary from what i hear.
I honestly want to start a game development company that focuses solely on westerns. Thereās a huge market for it, older people will play the games because it reminds them of Clint Eastwood movies, and younger people will play it because rockstar wonāt make anymore rdr content
Rockstar might make more RDR content, but, I mean, the time between the release of RDR1 and RDR2 was 9 years. Earliest release of a new game based on this would be 2027 (with annonuncement of it 2 years before) *at best*, considering that they had to cut planned content simply due to the time restraints they put on themselves, while reportedly also having mandatory UNPAID overtime for their employees.
RDR2 is one of the best selling games of all time, and even though it's estimated to be one of the most expensive videos games to develop, it made US$1.38 billion in revenue in the FIRST year of release vs the cost of making it being estimated to be between US$370million and US$540 million..., so I suspect Rockstar wouldn't want to miss out on the money. Odd though that they never produced DLCs for RDR2.
>Odd though that they never produced DLCs for RDR2.
They never did for GTA V either, even though they had them planned out already before launch. It's clear Rockstar has no interest whatsoever in making single player DLCs anymore. Which is sad considering they used to make some of the best DLCs in the industry. GTA VI will most likely still have single player story mode but there will be no extra content beyond that and GTA VI Online will probably be the only thing R\* focuses on for the rest of their time as a company.
Fallout New Vegas, Red Dead Redemption and undead nightmare, max payne 1-3, and Days Gone. If you have a PC Iād recommend fallout 4 on survival mode with mods that increase ārealismā.
I'm actually struggling right now, trying to find a game that fulfills the void RDR2 left.
Seems like only Cyberpunk managed to do that since I'm in it for good stories.
Oooh Iāve played most of them actually. I might get some backlash for saying this, but I really had so much fun playing Odyssey because of its Greek settingš
Yeah theyāre great, donāt listen to the haters. Valhalla is great too for nature lovers and AC3 has tons of American settler vibes like RDR as well.
That was my favorite for forever, being neck and neck with RDR2. Played Valhalla recently, and live it just as much if not more. A great game and story.
If you wouldnāt mind, could you give me a brief explanation of what itās about. Everyone makes it seem like the most boring game in the world, but Iām always down for a good story
storywise? one man's exploration of many contemporary issues humanity faces, in particular human connection and it's value, wrap it into metaphorical artsy foil and make it \~50 hours long
also if you didn't get bored just riding around and watching the scenery in RDR2 you won't get bored walking & driving around watching the scenery in DS, it's gorgeous
I played the first one, actually had quite a lot of fun in it. May look into Forbidden West as Iāve heard some nice stuff on it and itās a GORGEOUS game
It's visually stunning, and I have cataracts that are bad enough that they're being removed soon. Honestly, I can't wait to see this game with clear vision!
Fallout 4
TW3
BG3
RDR2 is really kind of it's own thing, I can't think of any comparisons. Closest would be FO4 or FO76. Aside from that I can't think of many, but if you're looking for other games that might surprise you I have a list of games that are totally off the beat but got me addicted.
Prey is the 1st game that really surprised me. I think I got it free off of PS but I went in fully expecting it not to be my jam, but I got addicted.
Alan wake 2 is probably my favourite game of the last 2+ years. Control surprised me too, but I got that off PS+ too. I think it might have been the first game I platinumed.
Hollow Knight - same thing, but this game is so hard- but so satisfying. Once you figure out the rhythms to beating an enemy or just traversing an environment, it becomes 2nd nature. I'd recommend it to anyone who has a lot of determination to "get good."
Dragon Age: Inquisition was cool. RPG-y, kinda scuffed but not in a bad way, idk, look into it, i loved it.
God of war and Ghost of Tsushima are both phenomenal
Days Gone was another scuffed surprise. First game that had my stomach truly sink and have me run in terror, but enjoyed (almost) every second of it despite the flaws.
Vampyr I really liked. Lots of reading and the game is SO SCUFFED but, I liked it lol. Not sure I would recommend it but if you like vampires, why not.
Speaking of vampires, I played Vampire: The Masquerade: Swansong and loved it, and then bought Coteries Of New York. The 2nd is a visual novel with choices but man if you like that sort of game it's great. Made me wish there were more visual novels with RPG elements on PS.
Inscryption is great.
Disco Elysium- took me a 2nd try to get into it. Tons of reading. Not for everyone, but definitely for those who have patience and depression/ substance issues.
The Forgotten City was really great time spent. The mystery of it all.
A lot of people shit on The Callisto Protocol, so I went in expecting a 2/10 game and left buying the DLC. I see the issues, but I enjoyed it and it's not super long.
Immortals Fenyx Rising is like, great if you want something completely inspired off BOTW / Ass creed games. It's a time sink. Not great, not terrible.
Have you tried Kingdom Come: Deliverance? I cannot get past the combat but I can tell it's great.
Bastion is an awesome game. For this one, if you can find it for super cheap go in totally blind.
The Turing Test if you like puzzles.
Hellblade Senua's Sacrifice
I know, I know... They have nothing to do with each other, but hear me out. If you enjoyed Red Dead because it was a very intimate story with great character development and good narrative... Prepare yourself to have your heart shattered into pieces. Senua is not only my favorite female videogame protagonist, she's my favorite female character across all media. Hell, I'd even argue she's the bravest character ever if you rush me
I seriously can't stress this enough, play it with headphones.
After finishing RDR2 I went onto Cyberpunk. It's a little slow story to start but once it gets going I fell in love with it. Highly recommend it if you're wanting to fill that hole of open world exploration
I occasionally referred to the Horizon series as Red Dead Robot Dinosaur. In some ways itās better that Red Dead, some ways it feels a bit lifeless in comparison. Overall RDR2 comes out ahead, but I do feel like Horizon is a good spiritual successor.
Nope. Not in totality.
Just for story, Iād only put TLOU (both games) and Hellblade in the ballpark. But for total world immersion, nothing comes close.
Ps: and rdr1 obviously. It was the rdr2 of its time. Still damn good, a little more GTA-Esq than rdr2. But easier to play and shorter.
Try Hellblade then. Itās gorgeous, smooth ride, short game with a nice story. The sequel I assume is out this year. Gameplay wise itās a bare bones version of GOW (newer GOWs), but I prefer the bare bones honestly.
It depends what your favourite aspect of RDR2 is.
For me, I'm spending a lot of time playing Hitman: World of Assassination as it scratches the itch of wandering (mostly) freely, with well constructed missions. And then, if you get bored of frustrated, there's always the option of annihilating everything in sight.
It's not as complete, or wonderful, as RDR2 but it does fill the void before I start another playthrough.
Obviously I try initially to sneak, disguise myself, poison the Bare Knuckle Boxer etc but when I get discovered I often just wipe out the entire room before reloading my save.
I'm also a big fan of silently taking out all security personnel, one at a time. So far I've only managed this on the Yacht training mission, but it was incredibly satisfying!
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I have no idea why but playing Cyberpunk 2077 reminded me of what I felt during red dead redemption 2. A similar emotional journey I guess. I highly recommend that game next.
There is also a very cool game called Generation zero but that is more Shoot robots and stuff instead of the actual story also there are a lot of stuff going on it
Touch some grass for a bit. Let the game sit with you. Digest it.
Then go play mass effect because there'll never be a better Sci-Fi video game series than Mass Effect
The only series that has come close and (only slightly) edges out the RDR games is The Last of Us games. I played RDR1 first when it came out on PS3 and then TLOU and both remain my top favorite games of all time.
If you like the open world aspect of it, try horizon zero dawn or horizon forbidden west
Both are set in huge visually stunning worlds based on parts of north America. Horizon and red dead are the most gorgeous games ive played
For the mundane fun side content shit yakuza games are great. Also the completionism angle. Another great game which leans into the more role-play aspects is Fallout new Vegas!
Although its not a proper "open world" game the last of us part 1 is a really good game, its a lot more challenging combat wise than rdr2 but if you want a good game I'd play that
Rdr2 is a unique game. You can liken the gameplay and match the story continuity to rdr1, but I don't think anything else compares to it. It's just a wholesome unique experience. Play it again and you will still find different stuff.
Grand theft auto 4 i know its not like rdr2 but hear me out.
-good story
-good mechanics
-easy to mod on ps3 xbox 360
-fun to play when bored
-good map (but small)
-npc that dont die of 1 punch (like gta5)
I just 100% and platinumed RDR2 months ago. In all honesty I'll probably never touch the game again. RDR2 was generational, no doubt about that and I love the game. However, RDR1 for me is the better game. Maybe it's because I played that first out of the two and it was a special time in my life. I can still go back and play that game and have a blast. The single player (along with Undead Nightmare) is all time great status. The multiplayer was simple but so much more fun than RDR2's. And with being a fan of Wild West media, RDR1 to me felt much more like a Western than RDR2. Not even just on location, but story aspects too. Just my personal opinion.
That being said, GTA 6 will be the next generational game that will advance expectations in the gaming industry, and I don't think there is a game that is as deeply nuanced as RDR2 at the moment.
I donāt think there is anything quite like RDR series. It is a Rockstar game, so it follows the same formula as the GTA series, RDR2 however is the pinnacle of this genre. You can try other open world games, I am not aware of anything that even comes close when the quality of world building and storytelling is considered. Except Elden Ring maybe, but thatās a different genre.Ā
If you're into the immersive parts of RDR2, give Kingdom Come Deliverance a try. This game gives me RDR2 first person vibes, except you're in the 1400s. You can probably find it on sale, and the sequel is scheduled for release later this year.
Definitely a highly slept on game imo.
This is by no means a shooty cowboy game or open world, but for gore and story, Iād recommend the last of us 1 and 2 if you have a PlayStation to play them on. I know itās an out there recommendation, but itās the only other game in recent years, that for me at least, had a story that I thought was amazing. That and RDR2.
Red Dead Revolver! Nobody remembers it but itās the āprequelā to RDR1. Though itās not the same story, Iām pretty sure it was just Rockstarās prototype of RDR1
Did somebody recommend the Online version already?...avoid big cities to avoid annoying other players/cheaters..and try to reach everything..freeroam..money..gathering..fractions..:)
Avoid story games for now u wont be able to concentrate.
Try division 2. Cod cold war. Etc
Then go for death stranding ors something totally different than cowboys.
This sounds like a similar situation I was in recently lol.
After I finished RDR2, I was looking for something close to it as well, all the while still playing lol.
I just started playing Assassinās Creed Valhalla not too long ago at the recommendation of my wife. Eivor is no Arthur & Raventhorpe is no Horseshoe Overlook, but being the only AC game Iāve very played, itās definitely worth a shot.
Itās open world, there are side missions, you can interact with people you come across (nothing like RDR2). It actually surprised me with how fun itās been. I almost put it down because it started so slow & I was so used to RDR2 game mechanics lol, but as I progress through the game, I find it much more enjoyable than the day before. Give it a try maybe!
I'm gonna go against the grain here and mention something not because of a specific game element (not that it doesn't share *some*) but just because of the absolute magic, never felt before feeling. Something beyond just good gameplay
If you can, do what you must to play Breath of the Wild if you already haven't
Over a month, wow! Congrats!
I love the details of this game! Anything similar would have to be a Rockstar title and I'm sad to say RDR2 is one of a kind!
But you could play modded versions on PC. Ones where you can choose your focus.
Absolutely nothing. I started playing video games for the first time during the pandemic and started with RDR2. I have been searching for something equally satisfying as what I got out of RDR2 and have yet to find it. Thereās something incredibly unique and endearing about the characters, the attention to details, the little mysteries, the open world and multi faceted approach to that world that you wonāt find in Ghosts or Witcher 3 or any assassins creed Game. I had hopes for AC Valhalla and even just recently beat Elden Ring for a 2nd time (open worlds with horses lol) but they are all different and RDR2 will stand alone at least for me. I will patiently await the day Rockstar decides to take the time and effort to make another one but unfortunately that day may never come. Good luck out there. RIP Arthur and the VDL gang.
Mafia: Definitive Edition
Pretty underrated, but one of my favourite story games on par with RDR2. You gotta try it
If your PC handled RDR2, then it will be a breeze for it with insane Mafia graphics, it's very optimized
I can't tell you much, but it's more like a long movie, where you control your character
Think of it like RDR2, but it's almost story only (you can go free roam tho, but story is way way better)
RDR1, Ghost of Tsushima, God of war (the reboot and Ragnarok if you want exploration, the originals for combats and a revenge story) or just step away from gaming for a little bit. Like a week or two. It can either save you from crumbling to post-game depression, or will tear you apart mentally. Good luck!
RDR1
Ironically, I played it when Rockstar added 60 FPS to the PS4 port. Still so damn good tho. Might give that yet another playthrough š¤
yea will hit different
They should add 60fps to rdr2, there's no excuse not to, ps5 and xbox series x could do it easily at 1080p and 1440p, the graphics are already great i'm not asking for any graphics remastering just give us a 60fps option come on Rā
Rdr1, the Witcher 3, ghost of Tsushima is a good start. I like to throw in subnautica for exploration but if youāre looking for combat stick to the first three.
Man idk what my problem is but I canāt get into The Witcher 3. Iāve tried at least 5 times but something isnāt clicking with me. Perhaps Iāll revisit it. Subnautica tho, I love that game A LOT. One of the greatest, underrated exploration games
Same with me but like once I finally got into it, I was really into it. It plays a lot like RDR2 honestly the closest game to that besides RDR1. GOT is great too but a little more predictable. I just got RDR1 because I havenāt played it and if you havenāt yet itās worth it, it looks and plays great with the PS5 60FPS.
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If you donāt mind explaining, and itās a 2 parter (without spoiling), what clicked for you when you came back to it, and whatās it about?
I played Witcher 3 before I found RDR2, if it was the other way around I'd be in the same boat as other ppl. I'm afraid RDR2 has permanently fucked my ability to appreciate other games of relative quality. Cyberpunk, Rise of the Ronin, Fallout, nothing is doing it. Now I just get blasted once or twice a week and replay RDR2.
I have exactly the same issue with The Witcher 3. I got the game after recommendations here on reddit, but I haven't managed to fall for it yet. I gave it multiple tries, but we are not clicking.
I love TW3.. shame you don't like it but Ghost of tsushima is a Masterpiece tho. You should defo try that game! Great characters, story, soundtrack & graphics! You'll love it.
Iām with you on W3. The whole franchise is just too corny for me. But even as a game, it feels dated. I fall short with basically all open world games because RDR2 is the only one that pushed for closer to realism rather than a videogamey type of world. Itās all I want now and I canāt get into typical games anymoreZ
I appreciate The Witcher for the story, but after RDR2 I fired up TW3 and couldnāt get over the horse mechanics. What sucked the most was the almost instant realization that 1) I wouldnāt get over it and 2) I wouldnāt have noticed had I picked up TW3 before RDR2. I am ruined on open world games. Definitely ruined on any open world games with semi-realistic animals, too.
RDR2 has the best horses. Sometimes I sign on and just have Arthur or John take a ride. I find it soothing. It may sound weird but I love those horses.
One thing I remember bugging me on W3, and Iām sure most will disagree with me on this as this is basically in all games: it was in the first village you encounter thereās kids walking around, lady working etc and not 20ft away there are monsters just chilling. Monsters that are enemies to these people. Monsters that you can kill, walk 20ft away and then go back and they magically respawn (because the game needs them there for players to grind). The lack of logic just mutilates my immersion compared to RDR2. Iām sure rdr2 has examples of this, but itās SO much more better hidden than any other game Iāve ever seen I think it deserves a pass. Theres at least that attempt for realism in its world. I donāt blame W3 for this, but itās annoying and imo inexcusable for post-Rdr2 games to still implement this outdated design.
The Witcher 3 is a great game and a lot of people love it (understandably so) but for me the combat system is unbearable, I couldn't go on playing it even if I liked the world and the characters
I've had the same issue with Witcher. Something doesn't stick. Didn't help that the combat is so bad
I agree dude, I tried the witcher 3 so many times but I find it excessively full of cutscenes and long conversations, it supposedly gets better after the prologue but I cant stand it.
Me too with Witcher. Too much potion mixing. I could never find anything close to RDR2.
I feel the same with Witcher 3!
ngl i couldnt get past the sex stuff, it just felt ike everyone woman wanted me and i felt like i was playing a simp simulator
You don't hear this phenomena get discussed enough but almost every game that ended up being life-changing for me were games I didn't like at first. The Witcher 3 took me years to persist with - but once you get there, jesus by the time you're first walking into Toussaint in that second expansion... you'll feel like you lived it all, and you will love Geralt as much if not even possibly more than Arthur. It's all worth it for the experience of Blood and Wine, the only expansion better than Undead nightmare. persist!
I absolutely love thisšš¤ you mightāve just given me enough to try it now! Thx
Honestly, there is no game like RDR2 imo... but there are some other uniquely immersive games out there of stellar quality you can just get lose in. Cyberpunk 2077 and The Witcher 3 come to mind. Very rich in detail with a lot of attention put into the world and characters. Also very polished nowadays. V and Geralt also fall into that same badass renegade with a good layer of complexity vibe that Arthur has. Elden Ring is vast and addicting. Turned me into a Souls nut and made me run through a lot of their catalogue multiple times. Or the simplest answer, RDR1. It's different but the same. You'd be surprised the amount of depth it has.
Iāve played through all but TW3. Very, very solid list herešš
Honestly, it's a huge change in scenery but play through the Mass Effect trilogy if you want another big, story driven single player game.Ā Ā
Ooooh, this sounds enticingš¤
Mass effect is one of my favorite gaming experiences ever.
Kingdom come deliverance
Ooooh Iāve heard nice things about that game š
Play it man, they are also releasing kcd 2 this year
Imma add it to my list, thank you for recommending itš
If you like the immersion aspects of RDR2 you will like Kingdom Come: Deliverance a lot. Itās an RPG without magic or any fantasy aspects which I really appreciate. I started playing a few days ago and while it does take practice, you will learn the mechanics eventually. Fighting can be particularly frustrating due to the complex mechanics. Some mods improve gameplay, for example the crosshair while aiming bow mod. The graphics are incredible when on ultra and otherwise they are still great. The animations and voice acting are clunky at times but it doesnāt distract me too much. As with all RPGs I would avoid following what other people do and experience everything your way. The DLCs vary, with some story focused and others improving the overall experience of the game. The A Womanās Lot DLC does lock you out of the main game and takes about 5 hours to complete depending on how itās played, so be sure when you want to play that one if you do. The game is currently on sale on steam, but Iām not sure about other platforms.
dont play on console tho it controls are not fit for controller imo
I was going to say this too. Great game.
That's the thing, there are very few good western games out anymore, with the Red Dead series being the undisputed best one. I've never played the Call of Juarez series but that's the closest contemporary from what i hear.
I honestly want to start a game development company that focuses solely on westerns. Thereās a huge market for it, older people will play the games because it reminds them of Clint Eastwood movies, and younger people will play it because rockstar wonāt make anymore rdr content
You might actually be onto something šš
If I had money Iād make this happen
We all have 1 life. Assuming game dev is something youāre interested in, youād do a disservice to not at least pursue itš
I canāt code though, but I can write stories. Maybe if I can get a someone who codes I could just write the script for the game
Yeah, good luck! I'd prob buy if you were able
Rockstar might make more RDR content, but, I mean, the time between the release of RDR1 and RDR2 was 9 years. Earliest release of a new game based on this would be 2027 (with annonuncement of it 2 years before) *at best*, considering that they had to cut planned content simply due to the time restraints they put on themselves, while reportedly also having mandatory UNPAID overtime for their employees. RDR2 is one of the best selling games of all time, and even though it's estimated to be one of the most expensive videos games to develop, it made US$1.38 billion in revenue in the FIRST year of release vs the cost of making it being estimated to be between US$370million and US$540 million..., so I suspect Rockstar wouldn't want to miss out on the money. Odd though that they never produced DLCs for RDR2.
>Odd though that they never produced DLCs for RDR2. They never did for GTA V either, even though they had them planned out already before launch. It's clear Rockstar has no interest whatsoever in making single player DLCs anymore. Which is sad considering they used to make some of the best DLCs in the industry. GTA VI will most likely still have single player story mode but there will be no extra content beyond that and GTA VI Online will probably be the only thing R\* focuses on for the rest of their time as a company.
I might buy it. Itās pretty cheap. Thanks š
Fallout New Vegas, Red Dead Redemption and undead nightmare, max payne 1-3, and Days Gone. If you have a PC Iād recommend fallout 4 on survival mode with mods that increase ārealismā.
Ooh Iāve played most of these games with the exception of some, but you cooked with this list, thanks š
Thank you, in all honesty the ability to shit talk random NPCs alone makes RDR2 unbeatable IMO
āHow are you maāam?ā āYou have a nice faceā āA face Iād like to beatā Amazing dialoguešš
Honestly just being able to interact with pretty much any person in RDR2 is half the immersion for me! It makes NPCs actually feel alive.
The voice acting and story are so good, I guess thats most of the immersion for me
Itās a legit crime this game didnāt get a next-gen update!
Iām happy Iām a person who doesnāt get too bothered by 30 fps, but you are ABSOLUTELY right!!š
Since RDR2 ruined other games for me, I suggest playing Cyberpunk 2077 (Highly Recommended)
Iāve played it to death already. Game is amazing, made me cybercryš
Why was it necessary to say that RDR2 ruined other games here? Like you clearly enjoy other gamesā¦
I'm actually struggling right now, trying to find a game that fulfills the void RDR2 left. Seems like only Cyberpunk managed to do that since I'm in it for good stories.
If you want a good story, you might want to try 'Detroit - Become Human'
Iāve played that game, and manā¦ so good. You help bring up some good memories lol š
I'm glad :)
Assassin's Creed games
Oooh Iāve played most of them actually. I might get some backlash for saying this, but I really had so much fun playing Odyssey because of its Greek settingš
Yeah theyāre great, donāt listen to the haters. Valhalla is great too for nature lovers and AC3 has tons of American settler vibes like RDR as well.
That was my favorite for forever, being neck and neck with RDR2. Played Valhalla recently, and live it just as much if not more. A great game and story.
Death Stranding has similar or even slower pacing & vastness feel to it not everyone's cup of tea but i loved the experience from start to finish
If you wouldnāt mind, could you give me a brief explanation of what itās about. Everyone makes it seem like the most boring game in the world, but Iām always down for a good story
storywise? one man's exploration of many contemporary issues humanity faces, in particular human connection and it's value, wrap it into metaphorical artsy foil and make it \~50 hours long also if you didn't get bored just riding around and watching the scenery in RDR2 you won't get bored walking & driving around watching the scenery in DS, it's gorgeous
I like this summary. Imma look further into this, thank you š
Thinking about trying it. Like the weirdness.
For a more out-there suggestion, try Horizon: Zero Dawn and Horizon: Forbidden West.
I played the first one, actually had quite a lot of fun in it. May look into Forbidden West as Iāve heard some nice stuff on it and itās a GORGEOUS game
It's visually stunning, and I have cataracts that are bad enough that they're being removed soon. Honestly, I can't wait to see this game with clear vision!
Sleeping Dogs
Death stranding is amazing if you havenāt played it
Fallout 4 TW3 BG3 RDR2 is really kind of it's own thing, I can't think of any comparisons. Closest would be FO4 or FO76. Aside from that I can't think of many, but if you're looking for other games that might surprise you I have a list of games that are totally off the beat but got me addicted.
Hey man, I asked. Gimme your best recommendations, Iām always down to play different stuffšš
Prey is the 1st game that really surprised me. I think I got it free off of PS but I went in fully expecting it not to be my jam, but I got addicted. Alan wake 2 is probably my favourite game of the last 2+ years. Control surprised me too, but I got that off PS+ too. I think it might have been the first game I platinumed. Hollow Knight - same thing, but this game is so hard- but so satisfying. Once you figure out the rhythms to beating an enemy or just traversing an environment, it becomes 2nd nature. I'd recommend it to anyone who has a lot of determination to "get good." Dragon Age: Inquisition was cool. RPG-y, kinda scuffed but not in a bad way, idk, look into it, i loved it. God of war and Ghost of Tsushima are both phenomenal Days Gone was another scuffed surprise. First game that had my stomach truly sink and have me run in terror, but enjoyed (almost) every second of it despite the flaws. Vampyr I really liked. Lots of reading and the game is SO SCUFFED but, I liked it lol. Not sure I would recommend it but if you like vampires, why not. Speaking of vampires, I played Vampire: The Masquerade: Swansong and loved it, and then bought Coteries Of New York. The 2nd is a visual novel with choices but man if you like that sort of game it's great. Made me wish there were more visual novels with RPG elements on PS. Inscryption is great. Disco Elysium- took me a 2nd try to get into it. Tons of reading. Not for everyone, but definitely for those who have patience and depression/ substance issues. The Forgotten City was really great time spent. The mystery of it all. A lot of people shit on The Callisto Protocol, so I went in expecting a 2/10 game and left buying the DLC. I see the issues, but I enjoyed it and it's not super long. Immortals Fenyx Rising is like, great if you want something completely inspired off BOTW / Ass creed games. It's a time sink. Not great, not terrible. Have you tried Kingdom Come: Deliverance? I cannot get past the combat but I can tell it's great. Bastion is an awesome game. For this one, if you can find it for super cheap go in totally blind. The Turing Test if you like puzzles.
Kingdom Come Deliverance is the only game that comes close imo.
Nothing is as well crafted as RDR2, but the closest are RDR1, Uncharted: A Thiefs End, The Last of Us, and Breath Of The Wild.
Iāve played all but BoTW becuase I donāt have a switch yet, but those are all amazing recommendationsš
TW3 is better than all of those games as a whole package.
Gta 5 is pretty good in spot of aspects. It's a lot different from rdr2 but it's a pretty good game. But like every body else said just go play rdr1
Hellblade Senua's Sacrifice I know, I know... They have nothing to do with each other, but hear me out. If you enjoyed Red Dead because it was a very intimate story with great character development and good narrative... Prepare yourself to have your heart shattered into pieces. Senua is not only my favorite female videogame protagonist, she's my favorite female character across all media. Hell, I'd even argue she's the bravest character ever if you rush me I seriously can't stress this enough, play it with headphones.
After finishing RDR2 I went onto Cyberpunk. It's a little slow story to start but once it gets going I fell in love with it. Highly recommend it if you're wanting to fill that hole of open world exploration
Oh yeah Iāve played Cyberpunk since its 2.0 lunch. Soooooo good now
I occasionally referred to the Horizon series as Red Dead Robot Dinosaur. In some ways itās better that Red Dead, some ways it feels a bit lifeless in comparison. Overall RDR2 comes out ahead, but I do feel like Horizon is a good spiritual successor.
Ghost of tsushima. Its not the same theme but its still an amazing open world with an amazing story just like rdr2 and its getting a pc port soon
Far cry Dying light Days gone Congratulations on 100%. I am at 96% :)
Resident evil 2 remake
That game is a modern masterpieceš„š„ I have it on my list tho. W recommendation
my buddy tells me Witcher 3 is a masterpiece. Newest game, Iāve been told Cyberpunk is insane, especially since the newest dlc.
Oh if you havenāt played Cyberpunk, please do. Itās story is great and Night City is one of the best open World cities ever. Love that gameš
Red dead revolver
Iām tempted lol š
Its the funniest out of all three. Iād recommend it to you. I definitely enjoyed playing it
Nope. Not in totality. Just for story, Iād only put TLOU (both games) and Hellblade in the ballpark. But for total world immersion, nothing comes close. Ps: and rdr1 obviously. It was the rdr2 of its time. Still damn good, a little more GTA-Esq than rdr2. But easier to play and shorter.
Oh yeah The Last of Us games are AMAZINGLY amazing. Part 1 is my #3 favorite game OATšš
Try Hellblade then. Itās gorgeous, smooth ride, short game with a nice story. The sequel I assume is out this year. Gameplay wise itās a bare bones version of GOW (newer GOWs), but I prefer the bare bones honestly.
I just might. I know thereās a sequel coming out soon, so I might squeeze in some time for the first game. Thx š
It depends what your favourite aspect of RDR2 is. For me, I'm spending a lot of time playing Hitman: World of Assassination as it scratches the itch of wandering (mostly) freely, with well constructed missions. And then, if you get bored of frustrated, there's always the option of annihilating everything in sight. It's not as complete, or wonderful, as RDR2 but it does fill the void before I start another playthrough.
MY GOD. A fellow Hitman enjoyer. I love World of Assassination so much. And yeah, I do sometimes just go in there and shoot on sight š
Obviously I try initially to sneak, disguise myself, poison the Bare Knuckle Boxer etc but when I get discovered I often just wipe out the entire room before reloading my save. I'm also a big fan of silently taking out all security personnel, one at a time. So far I've only managed this on the Yacht training mission, but it was incredibly satisfying!
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I heard people talking about the call of Juarez games positively
Trying to find exotic plumes, my god its sucks any advice
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcQMWGOeSbTd1C1quePQ1u-1YqeBbrLWx&si=t1TgXzhPiDpqVO_x I would absolutely reference this dude. Heās helped me a lot when on my pursuit to 100%
Ahh thank you very much
Haven't seen a lot of god of war being suggested, the 2018 version and Ragnarok. Great story games
Oh yeah, those games are chefs kissš¤š„
I have no idea why but playing Cyberpunk 2077 reminded me of what I felt during red dead redemption 2. A similar emotional journey I guess. I highly recommend that game next.
RDR2, it's a great game you should play it
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Cyberpunk 2077
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I might buy this actually. Everyone actually talks HIGHLY about this game, so I might be inclined to get this
There is also a very cool game called Generation zero but that is more Shoot robots and stuff instead of the actual story also there are a lot of stuff going on it
Cyberpunk or Death Stranding next?
so many people just namin random games haha. anyways PLAY EVERY FUCKING SOULSBORNE GAME RAHHHHš¦ š¦ .
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Zork 2
Nope
He did it the mad lad
Touch some grass for a bit. Let the game sit with you. Digest it. Then go play mass effect because there'll never be a better Sci-Fi video game series than Mass Effect
I am indeed grass touching rnš I have Mass Effect on my list rn. Is it really that good?š
you may as well be the best in the west
The only series that has come close and (only slightly) edges out the RDR games is The Last of Us games. I played RDR1 first when it came out on PS3 and then TLOU and both remain my top favorite games of all time.
I'd say rain world but that's nothing like RDR2 in any way.
Red dead revolver since you did rdr1 already
fallout
If you like the open world aspect of it, try horizon zero dawn or horizon forbidden west Both are set in huge visually stunning worlds based on parts of north America. Horizon and red dead are the most gorgeous games ive played
For the mundane fun side content shit yakuza games are great. Also the completionism angle. Another great game which leans into the more role-play aspects is Fallout new Vegas!
Evil west. Diablo 4.
Assassins creed odyssey is a really fun and good game !!
Although its not a proper "open world" game the last of us part 1 is a really good game, its a lot more challenging combat wise than rdr2 but if you want a good game I'd play that
GTA 5
Rdr2 is a unique game. You can liken the gameplay and match the story continuity to rdr1, but I don't think anything else compares to it. It's just a wholesome unique experience. Play it again and you will still find different stuff.
Do you have that first picture in high quality by any chance?
not at all like rdr2 but elden ring is the best game i have ever played, maybe after bloodborne
Not exactly a game like RDR 2, but if you haven't played Metro Expodus you def should play it.
Witcher 3, Mafia DE and Fallout 4 are what I can think of
Grand theft auto 4 i know its not like rdr2 but hear me out. -good story -good mechanics -easy to mod on ps3 xbox 360 -fun to play when bored -good map (but small) -npc that dont die of 1 punch (like gta5)
š«” I salute you, champion. Iām still stuck on gambler 9.
Gun was fantastic back in the day. Probably very dated now but it was a favourite growing up.
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I just 100% and platinumed RDR2 months ago. In all honesty I'll probably never touch the game again. RDR2 was generational, no doubt about that and I love the game. However, RDR1 for me is the better game. Maybe it's because I played that first out of the two and it was a special time in my life. I can still go back and play that game and have a blast. The single player (along with Undead Nightmare) is all time great status. The multiplayer was simple but so much more fun than RDR2's. And with being a fan of Wild West media, RDR1 to me felt much more like a Western than RDR2. Not even just on location, but story aspects too. Just my personal opinion. That being said, GTA 6 will be the next generational game that will advance expectations in the gaming industry, and I don't think there is a game that is as deeply nuanced as RDR2 at the moment.
Days Gone!
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I donāt think there is anything quite like RDR series. It is a Rockstar game, so it follows the same formula as the GTA series, RDR2 however is the pinnacle of this genre. You can try other open world games, I am not aware of anything that even comes close when the quality of world building and storytelling is considered. Except Elden Ring maybe, but thatās a different genre.Ā
If you're into the immersive parts of RDR2, give Kingdom Come Deliverance a try. This game gives me RDR2 first person vibes, except you're in the 1400s. You can probably find it on sale, and the sequel is scheduled for release later this year. Definitely a highly slept on game imo.
I've been playing GTA 4 recently, great story and highly recommend.
Elden ring
Red dead revolver
Play the red dead game on ps2 Iāve forgot the name but it is fun because itās old.
This is by no means a shooty cowboy game or open world, but for gore and story, Iād recommend the last of us 1 and 2 if you have a PlayStation to play them on. I know itās an out there recommendation, but itās the only other game in recent years, that for me at least, had a story that I thought was amazing. That and RDR2.
cyberpunk
Red Dead Revolver! Nobody remembers it but itās the āprequelā to RDR1. Though itās not the same story, Iām pretty sure it was just Rockstarās prototype of RDR1
There are no games like RDR till gta comes out
Did somebody recommend the Online version already?...avoid big cities to avoid annoying other players/cheaters..and try to reach everything..freeroam..money..gathering..fractions..:)
No game is like rdr2. Enjoy your retirement
Avoid story games for now u wont be able to concentrate. Try division 2. Cod cold war. Etc Then go for death stranding ors something totally different than cowboys.
God of War 2018 is pretty good after RDR2. It also has a great storytelling side to it but it's also a lot of fun and satisfying to play.
This sounds like a similar situation I was in recently lol. After I finished RDR2, I was looking for something close to it as well, all the while still playing lol. I just started playing Assassinās Creed Valhalla not too long ago at the recommendation of my wife. Eivor is no Arthur & Raventhorpe is no Horseshoe Overlook, but being the only AC game Iāve very played, itās definitely worth a shot. Itās open world, there are side missions, you can interact with people you come across (nothing like RDR2). It actually surprised me with how fun itās been. I almost put it down because it started so slow & I was so used to RDR2 game mechanics lol, but as I progress through the game, I find it much more enjoyable than the day before. Give it a try maybe!
Yes watch JoJoās Bizzare Adventure
Farcry 5
No
One of the best game
Play rdr1 undead nightmare and gun
I'm gonna go against the grain here and mention something not because of a specific game element (not that it doesn't share *some*) but just because of the absolute magic, never felt before feeling. Something beyond just good gameplay If you can, do what you must to play Breath of the Wild if you already haven't
I'd say Ghost of Tsushima. I felt like playing RDR in Japan
Over a month, wow! Congrats! I love the details of this game! Anything similar would have to be a Rockstar title and I'm sad to say RDR2 is one of a kind! But you could play modded versions on PC. Ones where you can choose your focus.
Absolutely nothing. I started playing video games for the first time during the pandemic and started with RDR2. I have been searching for something equally satisfying as what I got out of RDR2 and have yet to find it. Thereās something incredibly unique and endearing about the characters, the attention to details, the little mysteries, the open world and multi faceted approach to that world that you wonāt find in Ghosts or Witcher 3 or any assassins creed Game. I had hopes for AC Valhalla and even just recently beat Elden Ring for a 2nd time (open worlds with horses lol) but they are all different and RDR2 will stand alone at least for me. I will patiently await the day Rockstar decides to take the time and effort to make another one but unfortunately that day may never come. Good luck out there. RIP Arthur and the VDL gang.
Both secret achievements?
RDR2 zombie edition
Mafia: Definitive Edition Pretty underrated, but one of my favourite story games on par with RDR2. You gotta try it If your PC handled RDR2, then it will be a breeze for it with insane Mafia graphics, it's very optimized I can't tell you much, but it's more like a long movie, where you control your character Think of it like RDR2, but it's almost story only (you can go free roam tho, but story is way way better)
Ghost of Tsushima has been recommended all over the internet- I watched my FIL play it and now itās on my to-buy list
Chivalry 2
There is no other game like RDR2. RDR2 unfortunately/fortunately is a one of a kind game. š
I just completed 100% yesterday too! āGuess weāre just about done, my friend.ā That shit almost broke me
Nothing compares but fallout has a good story and good open world gameplay
I was gunna say RDR 1 but cuz someone already said it play GTA V storymode
Cyberpunk if you like futuristic games
RDR1, Ghost of Tsushima, God of war (the reboot and Ragnarok if you want exploration, the originals for combats and a revenge story) or just step away from gaming for a little bit. Like a week or two. It can either save you from crumbling to post-game depression, or will tear you apart mentally. Good luck!