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Six years ago I finished Red Dead Revolver and thought that we should get more games like that. We’ve seen a few now, but now we can enjoy from the sequel Red Dead Redemption. While in this sequel, almost everything is different from the first title, it is still one hell of a game. Maybe all those delays in the production were worth it after all, since Rockstar San Diego now has managed to captivate the feeling of the Wild West.

Story revolves around John Marston who has arrived to the setting to track down a man and many questions are left unanswered. When Marston arrives, he eavesdrops fellow passenger’s conversations and thus you are provided with details and background of the setting. After that you’re off.

In the first few missions you’ll be racing horses, herding cattle and roping wild stallions. You also have opportunity to throw horseshoes, play poker etc. just like in the wild west. These opportunities really enrichens the world around you and you really can get more into the character of John Marston. Once you can get a taste of vast and open landscapes, the game truly begins.

The visuals are stunning, the land is open and barron. The landscape would be boring to look at, but the game randomly drops events that can commence throughout the game. From duels to outlaws and farmers harrassed by wolves. It keeps you well entertained even if you are bored to continue the storyline all the time. You’ll be seeing damsels in distress, tracking bounties and even putting tied people to the train track, if you wish, I mean. There is a whole pack of variety included so the game almost screams “explore me”. I’ve already spent many nights in the wilderness, skinning animals and sleeping under the stars.

Then you have the multiplayer opportunity. RDR includes what you could expect; all-out and team deathmatches have been covered. They take places at various locations from the game. You can also capture the flag (or more precisely, the bag of gold) from the opponent’s base. Since the horses are available, it brings a nice addition to any of the matches. One nice addition is the free roam mode, where you can work in posses with other players. There are various missions to take from mowing down rival gangs, hunting beas etc.

Despite few small bugs ingame, the Red Dead Redemption is a success. Taking time to wander in the wilderness rarely has been so much fun. This way the game is not about jumping from mission to another, but instead a more deeper and solid experience alltogether. Red Dead Redemption offers a good solid amount of opportunities to explore. Endless Bag of Games recommends!