Whilst developer Rockstar best known for the genre defining, and defying, Grand Theft Auto series, the New York-based studio has also released a plethora of other titles which have been as equally revolutionary, controversial and cinematic as this masthead franchise. Along with stylised boarding-school simulation Bully, and sickening gore-fest Manhunt, Rockstar is also responsible for the critically-acclaimed Wild West freeroamer series Red Dead. The Red Dead series, which began life on the PS2 with Red Dead Revolver, reached somewhat of a watershed moment in 2010 when this already-loved series saw its popularity skyrocket to rival Rock Star’s most famous franchise, Grand Theft Auto.
Red Dead Redemption, which was released for the PS3 and Xbox 360 in 2010, saw the series streamline and perfect its formula to huge acclaim and sales. Red Dead had always benefited from a varied fan-base, which ranged from fans of classic cowboy movies, such as A Fistful Of Dollars, to horse racing fans who were desperate for a slice of quality video-game action that involved horse riding.
Indeed, horse racing has a huge global audience. Hundreds of thousands of people flock to showpiece events of the likes of the Cheltenham Festival in the UK every year to cheer on their favourite horse such as Sprinter Sacre. However, with video-games based upon horse-racing/riding being almost non-existences, fans have been unable to virtually ride contemporary steeds. They were therefore thrilled by Red Dead’s complex and rewarding horse riding feature.
This was a gameplay element which really came into its own in Red Dead Redemption, as horses had to be tamed and trained before being ridden. Moreover, each horse came complete with a set of attributes which genuinely played a part in the suitability of each stead depending upon the player’s needs.
It was the increased detail and immersion of gameplay elements like this which, with the arrival of Red Dead Redemption, saw the series’ select fan-base rapidly expand. Along with overwhelming critical acclaim and sales on release, Red Dead Redemption also won numerous ‘Game of the Year’ awards.
It was Red Dead Redemption’s combination of cinematic narrative, vast world and tight gameplay which appealed to players – with its stylised Wild West universe proving the perfect setting. Considering the quality, reception and sales of Red Dead Redemption, it is unsurprising to learn that a sequel is most probably in the works.
It has been announced, by numerous publications, that Red Dead Redemption 2 is currently in production by original developer Rockstar San Diego. Planned to be released exclusively on the Xbox One and PS4, an insider has allegedly claimed that the sequel will feature an integrated co-op mode.
This will be welcome news to the series’ fans, who have wanted such an option for a long time. The prospect of exploring the rich and vibrant world of Red Dead as part of a cohort of cowboys, rather than as a lone gunslinger, is mouth-watering as it will immensely add to both gameplay-options and atmosphere. Along with this, fans can expect continued honing of the series’ striking graphic design and expansion of its already huge virtual playground.Ladbrokes offers a fantastic online casino thаt іѕ safe аnd easy tо uѕе. Ladbrokes offer a history іn sports betting, a variety оf games, bonuses, trusted providers аnd great customer support. Here check out the Ladbrokes review.
However, fans should not get too excited yet, as the game is still only rumoured. Moreover, even if the sequel – apparently called Red Dead Revolution – is in development, it is unlikely to be released until late this year at the earliest. This is undeniably frustrating for fans who have been waiting since 2010 for a sequel.
But fans should not despair as Rockstar are known to be perfectionists when it comes to their titles, preferring to push-back release dates rather than compromise on the quality of their product.
Although this painstaking approach is frustrating for fans, it does mean that whenever Red Dead does return, it will do so gleaming and polished, not rushed and buggy like so many video-game sequels.
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where’s the pc port of the first one?!? lol
Rockstar too busy milkin the you~know~what cow