What you should know before pre-ordering Red Dead Redemption 2

Before the release of Red Dead Redemption 2, many wonder if a pre-order is worth it. Here we show you for whom pre-ordering Red Dead Redemption 2 makes sense and what pre-order bonuses are available.

Before major releases, fans often ask themselves whether it is even worth pre-ordering a title. Developers try to answer this question for players and unlock special bonuses for pre-orderers. Rockstar Games has already explained the pre-order bonuses for Red Dead Redemption 2.

Pre-order bonuses in Red Dead Redemption 2

If you pre-order a copy of Red Dead Redemption 2, you will receive an unknown amount of in-game currency.

These pre-order bonuses are available with every version of Red Dead Redemption 2:

The War Horse: This is a steel grey Ardennes war horse. It possesses more courage and stamina than average horses.

The Outlaw Survival Kit: This includes “essential supplies” that will make your life in the wilderness more bearable. They restore health and Dead Eye.

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If you pre-order in the PlayStation Store or Microsoft Store, you will also receive these bonuses:

Money bonus for Story Mode: The exact amount is unknown, but you should be able to buy a weapon, some food, useful items, and ammunition with it.

(Expired) Treasure map: Players who pre-ordered by August 15 will also receive a treasure map for Story Mode.

Pre-order Special Edition of Red Dead Redemption 2

The Special Edition brings the following exclusive content for Story Mode:

• Bank robbery mission & gang hideout
• Black and spotted English thoroughbred
• Talisman and amulet gameplay bonuses
• Boosts
• Cash bonuses and discounts in-game
• Outfit “Nuevo-Paraiso-Revolverheld”
• and additional free weapons

Pre-order Ultimate Edition of Red Dead Redemption 2

The Ultimate Edition brings the following exclusive content for Story Mode:

• All Story Mode content from the Special Edition
• Bonus outfits
• Rank bonuses
• English Black Fox thoroughbred
• free camp style “Survivor”

Who should pre-order Red Dead Redemption 2?

Should you buy because of the pre-order bonuses? It remains to be seen how good the horses received as pre-orders really are in the game.

The extra supplies from the Outlaw Survival Kit could simplify the start. If you don’t want to miss these contents, you can pre-order. If you pre-order in the Microsoft Store or PlayStation Store, you will also get extra cash.

Fans of Red Dead Redemption: If you are a fan of the first Red Dead Redemption? Then you have probably already made the purchase decision. The first trailers give the impression that the feeling from Red Dead Redemption is being captured again.

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Interesting for GTA 5 players: Are you actively playing GTA 5? Then pre-ordering Red Dead Redemption 2 becomes more interesting. If you pre-order the game in the Microsoft Store or PlayStation Store, you will get:

• 500,000 GTA$ when purchasing the Standard Edition of Red Dead Redemption 2
• 1,000,000 GTA$ when purchasing the Special Edition of Red Dead Redemption 2
• 2,000,000 GTA$ when purchasing the Ultimate Edition of Red Dead Redemption 2

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Who should not pre-order Red Dead Redemption 2?

There are various reasons not to pre-order. This particularly relates to features that are not yet clear.

Multiplayer fans should wait

Little details about the multiplayer mode: If you are primarily interested in the multiplayer mode in Red Dead Redemption 2 and single-player does not interest you? Then you should wait before placing your order. Because little is known so far about Red Dead Online.

When does Red Dead Online start? Red Dead Online will only start sometime in November 2018 and is initially active as a beta. Experience shows that players will encounter problems that could be annoying. Rockstar expects this as well. Whether the beta will be as frustrating as it was at the launch of GTA Online, where practically no one could play, is uncertain.

Anyone who buys a copy of Red Dead Redemption 2 for PS4 or Xbox One can participate in the online mode.

You can see our 13 wishes for Red Dead Online here

Wait for offers

If you think the nearly 70€ is too expensive, you should wait for pre-ordering. It is possible that there will already be the first offers with discounts at the launch of the online mode, or shortly thereafter.

Wait for initial experiences

Hype is not everything: The first gameplay trailers of Red Dead Redemption 2 look good and fans are celebrating them. However, so far they are just that: trailers with many staged, set images.

Player experiences say more than the gameplay trailers. However, Rockstar is known for delivering good games, and with Red Dead Redemption 2, a hit is also expected.

What do the testers say? Even before the release, players could extend their feelers in Red Dead Redemption 2 and play for several hours:

• In the conclusion of Gamepro, it is stated that Rockstar is taking the next step in the open world area with this game. This relates to presentation and the detail level of the world. It is also said that Red Dead Redemption 2 takes a lot of time for its exposition and the pace at the beginning may be too slow for some players.
• Gamereactor.eu writes that you sink into the story and are so captivated by this world that you miss the characters of the game even when you are not playing.

It becomes clear that Red Dead Redemption 2 cannot just be played casually, but rather you sink into the story as protagonist Arthur Morgan. Players should feel at home in the open world.

As a cowboy in Red Dead Redemption 2, the player needs time and should be willing to engage in a leisurely gameplay. Those who prefer fast-paced action games and do not want to engage in exploration are likely to have less fun with the game.

Multiplayer details are missing: So far, it is known that Rockstar Games wants to keep the mode Red Dead Online relevant for a long time. However, how this will work and how much influence the announced microtransactions will have is still completely unclear.

What content does Red Dead Redemption 2 offer?

What kind of game is this? You can expect a large, open world in Red Dead Redemption. This is to be explored during and between missions. A lot of variety is offered from snowy mountains to swamps. Rockstar has already introduced the impressive locations where you fight in Red Dead Redemption 2.

Exploring this large world and the many locations, each of which tells its own story, is an important part of the game. The story is also important, as Rockstar placed much emphasis on it in the predecessor and also in GTA parts.

What is the story about? You play as the protagonist Arthur Morgan in 1899. This is the time that heralds the end of the Wild West era.

After a failed robbery in the town of Blackwater, you, as Arthur Morgan, are on the run with the Van-der-Linde gang. You are pursued by federal agents and bounty hunters who want to make a fortune from you.

You carve your path through the heart of America with robberies and tough battles.

Conflicts threaten to tear the gang apart. You must decide: Will you remain loyal to the gang you grew up with? Or will you follow your own ideals?

Interesting facts about Red Dead Redemption 2:

• You will encounter about 200 different animal species, all of which have a place and function in the world
• You can hunt and fish
• The first-person perspective is also well-executed and enhances immersion
• Many details can be found with the horses:
  • You can deck out your rides
  • Those who handle their horses well will get more out of them
  • The horse models are so realistic that stallions even have dynamic genitals
• Make room on your console – Red Dead Redemption 2 needs 105GB of storage on PS4

How the predecessor was received: Red Dead Redemption was released in 2010 and is still considered a recommendation. With a rating of 8.9/10 points on Metacritic, it is clear how popular the game is with fans and the press.

The reviews indicate that Red Dead Redemption is a better game than GTA 4. Even for players who do not like the Western setting, it is said to be hard not to appreciate Red Dead Redemption.

The purchase is worthwhile for fans of the first part of Red Dead Redemption. If you enjoy the Western setting and are looking for a new adventure in an open world, Red Dead Redemption 2 should be right for you. Be sure to check out the trailers to get a feel for the game.

• 1. Gameplay trailer with insights into the vibrant world and the interesting characters
• 2. Gameplay trailer with bloody battles and various leisure activities
• Launch trailer featuring the gang and heists

From what age is Red Dead Redemption 2? The game is rated for ages 18 and above.

Are you pre-ordering Red Dead Redemption 2?