Despite being a prequel, Red Dead Redemption 2 evolved the franchise in a lot of wonderful ways. From the heightened realism to fine-tuning the gameplay of the first chapter, Red Dead Redemption 2 is hailed as one of developer Rockstar's best works. Now that the game is set to turn seven-years-old in 2025, many are eager for Rockstar to announce a third chapter.

Although RDR3 isn't impossible, it's likely going to be a long wait before Rockstar revisits the Wild West again. Right now, GTA 6 is next in line, and as one of the most anticipated video game launches of all time, this game is bound to take up a lot of space before the likes of RDR3 show itself. However, if that day finally comes, RDR3 could take RDR2's gang camps even further by making them a more dynamic in-game social hub.

Red Dead Redemption 1 Might Have the Perfect Blueprint For a New RDR Protagonist
Red Dead Redemption 1 Might Have the Perfect Blueprint For a New RDR Protagonist

It's unclear what's next for the Red Dead Redemption franchise, but the first game could inspire a surprising protagonist shake-up.

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RDR3 Could Take the Base Camp to Even Greater Heights

  • In RDR2, base camps are where Arthur returns to the Van der Linde gang.
  • These bases serve as places where players can rest, get more supplies, and clean up.

Returning to the gang at the base camp brought an extra level of immersion to the overall story. The base camp made the Van der Linde gang's operations feel more lifelike, which added to the experience of RDR2. The realism of RDR2 continues to present players with a special experience, but RDR3 can go even further with this concept.

Instead of just being centered around the Van der Linde gang, or whatever cast of characters RDR3 stars, the base camp can be more of a stopping point between locations where a diverse offering of NPCs gather and stop while journeying across the frontier. Players can run into a revolving lineup of NPCs that have special side quests, items, or weapons that can only be discovered right then and there.

Rockstar's next project may not even be RDR3. There's still the possibility of a Bully sequel or a return to L.A. Noire, although it's less likely.

Not only would this add a sense of urgency when coming across NPCs that potentially have rare valuables, but it would make the world feel that much more alive. There would be no promise of running into these characters again, so players would have to really use their time at camps wisely. As great as the Red Dead Redemption franchise has been, there are still plenty of ways to improve and breathe extra life into its western, outlaw-riddled world.

Rockstar Hopefully Sheds Light On the Future of Red Dead Redemption

  • GTA 6 has yet to reveal a release date.
  • The game is set for sometime in the fall.

Rockstar being secretive about GTA 6's launch date has caused a lot of tension in the industry. A lot of publishers and developers have reportedly been holding back announcing launch dates due to the fear of not wanting to release around the same timeframe. GTA 6 has the potential to be the biggest video game launch of all time, and when its release finally does arrive, eyes will be pivoting on Red Dead Redemption. After GTA 6 has settled in, Rockstar hopefully has news about a potential RDR3 waiting in the wings.

As of now, GTA 6 will only be launching on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. A PC port has yet to be announced, but it's expected. Now that the Switch 2 has been announced and is capable of running large games like Cyberpunk 2077, it's unclear if GTA 6 will be ported to the Nintendo console.

There's no way to know, of course, but the anticipation is building. Between GTA and Red Dead Redemption, Rockstar has two monumental franchises on its hands, and the latter hopefully gets to have the same ongoing legacy that the former does.

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Red Dead Redemption 2
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Released
October 26, 2018
ESRB
M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Nudity, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Use of Drugs and Alcohol
Developer(s)
Rockstar Games
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Rockstar Games
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RAGE
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Online Multiplayer
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