Red Dead Redemption 2 is one of the greatest open-world games of all time and continues to blow players' minds. Arthur Morgan's adventures are in a class of their own, with his character arc showing Rockstar's writing talent at its very best.
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One of the most notable things about Red Dead Redemption 2 is how immersive the game's open world is. The realism is off the charts, and there are so many small details packed into this game that most people aren't even aware of all the things that they can do or all the secret details that can be discovered.
Perform Gun Tricks
Add Some Flair To The Simple Act Of Holstering A Gun
The gunfights in Red Dead Redemption 2 are a huge part of what makes the game so special. The cinematic slow-mo cams as players land headshots and kill their foes never gets old, and that's far from the only way the player can show their flair with the game's weapons.
With a revolver or pistol in hand, players can hold the holstering button to make Arthur perform a nifty trick as he holsters his firearm. It's a small detail, but a neat one that fans will love to discover and perform over and over again to show the depth of their gunslinging talent.
Sit On The Signboard Of The Strawberry Sheriff's Office
Take In The Sights Of This Lively Town
The open world of Red Dead Redemption 2 is so ridiculously beautiful that it's only natural for players to sit back and take in the sights on occasion. What they may not know is that the game has a few areas where Arthur can do exactly that.
One such area is at the top of the sheriff's office in Strawberry. Players can climb up this building and perch themselves on the sign, taking in the sights of this lively town if they want a breather.
Stand Still To Not Get Mauled By Bears
A Badass Way To Stare Down A Fearsome Predator
One of the most common things people hear about how to deal with an aggressive bear is that they should be fearless and stand their ground if they are spotted by this apex predator. This is something that can be seen in Red Dead Redemption 2 as well, although most players will naturally panic and draw their weapon if a bear charges them.
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However, if they decide to test the waters and stand still, then the bear will abandon their charge and move away. It's one of the coolest things that Arthur can do in the game, staring a bear dead in the eye and making the creature think twice before chomping down on one of the greatest gunslingers in the West.
Dead Eye Changes With Low Honor
Sounds More Distorted And Eerie
Dead Eye is an iconic Red Dead Redemption mechanic that lets players slow things down as they take part in intense firefights. Arthur's Dead Eye slowly improves over the course of the game, but what players don't know is that this mechanic has slight alterations based on the protagonist's honor.
At high honor, the sounds are clear, and Arthur seems more relaxed. However, with low honor, it sounds like someone or something is whispering in the background as Arthur enters this mode, making it sound a lot more eerie.
Kieran's Screams Can Be Heard Near The Shady Belle Camp Before His Demise
Foreshadows A Horrifying Moment
Once the gang takes over the Shady Belle hideout, Kieran disappears shortly afterward. Right before players get to see his grisly fate, there are screams and yells in the distance that can be heard if players have a keen ear.
It's clear that the O'Driscolls captured Kieran near the camp before torturing him to death. Some O'Driscolls can be heard screaming at him before Kieran screams in pain, which is presumably the moment when the heartless gang kills him.
The Wittemore Outfit Changes Based On Arthur's Honor
The Vest Is Either Blue Or Red, Based On His Honor
During the mission where Arthur accompanies Strauss and Trelawny to rob a high-stakes gambling operation on a riverboat, players must get a haircut and purchase a formal outfit to blend in. The latter is the Wittermore Outfit, and what many fans may not know is that the color of the vest changes based on Arthur's honor.
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With high honor, players get a blue vest, which has a similar shade to his gunslinger's outfit. However, the vest is red if Arthur's honor is low, which is a small yet fun change that only a few players will notice.
Grappled NPCs Can Be Pulled Up Or Pushed Down At Will
Most Players Are Unaware Of This Close-Combat Mechanic
The hand-to-hand combat in Red Dead Redemption 2 offers a ton of depth, more so than fans give it credit for. Pressing Y on Xbox, Triangle on the PlayStation, and the corresponding button on PC lets players grab enemies to punch some sense into them.
What players may not know is that Arthur can knock people down or pull them up by pushing the left stick in a direction and pressing LS or L3 after performing a grab. It's a fun way to manhandle opponents before knocking them out.
Shop Catalogs Can Be Browsed With Both Hands
A Simple Yet Cool Detail
Instead of manually perusing items in a store and buying whatever suits their fancy, most players prefer to just browse the catalog and make things easier for themselves. The shoulder buttons are used to navigate the pages, but there's a nifty detail here that not many people are aware of.
Usually, Arthur navigates with his right hand when browsing the catalog. However, if players hold down the shoulder button instead of just tapping it, Arthur uses his left hand instead. It's a small detail, but clearly Rockstar felt the need to add it to the game, which illustrates their detailed approach while crafting one of the most realistic and beloved open-world games of all time.
Red Dead Redemption 2
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 95 /100 Critics Rec: 93%
- 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
- Publisher(s)
- Rockstar Games
