Red Dead Redemption 2 Guide - IGN (2024)

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The Red Dead Redemption 2 (RDR2) Wiki Guide features a full Walkthrough for every Story Mission and Side Mission, a complete list of Red Dead 2 Cheats, a giant Interactive Map with locations of all collectibles like Cigarette Cards, along with guides to Treasure Maps, Recipes and Crafting, Outfits, Weapons, and much more.

Red Dead 2 (RDR2) is the sequel to the open-world Western action-adventure game Red Dead Redemption and its predecessor, Red Dead Revolver. Red Dead Redemption 2 was officially announced October 18, 2016 for PS4 and Xbox One. It was released on October 26, 2018 for Xbox One and PlayStation 4 and on PC on October 26, 2019.

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Red Dead 2 (RDR2) Cheats and Codes

Red Dead 2 cheats are words and phrases found in the world, not button cheats like GTA 5. There are more than 30 cheat codes in Red Dead Redemption 2, and they activate things like Infinite Ammo, refill your health and stamina, and spawn horses.

  • The complete list of Red Dead Redemption 2 Cheats
  • Easter Eggs and References

Red Dead 2 (RDR2) Tips, Tricks, and How To Guides

This section contains one big page of little tips, and lots of smaller guides to your most-frequently asked questions.

  • Big list of Tips and Secrets - See also Things to Do First
  • Red Dead Redemption 2 Map - An interactive world map
  • How to Fast Travel - You'll need to upgrade your camp to be able to fast travel one-way.
  • How to Get the Best Horse - Find the White Arabian and other great horses
  • How to Get a Horse Brush - Keep your horse clean to improve its stamina.
  • How to Fish and How to Unlock Fishing - You must complete a mission to unlock Fishing.
  • How to Clear Your Bounty - Go to a post office and pay up or use these other options.

Red Dead 2 (RDR2) Walkthrough

The Red Dead Redemption 2 Walkthrough includes every gold requirement -- the difficult, optional tasks associated with each mission -- and how to get them.

  • Walkthrough - Every Mission walkthrough with gold requirements, related Achievements, and what every mission unlocks.
  • Strangers - Special side quests started by talking to strangers, marked in white on your map.

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Treasure Maps and Collectibles in Red Dead 2 (RDR2)

This section of the Red Dead Redemption 2 wiki describes how to find and solve every Treasure Map puzzle in Red Dead Redemption 2.

  • Treasure Maps - There are two sets (and one bonus set) of Treasure Maps that lead to lots of money. Here's how to find the first maps in each set.

The world is also filled with collectible sets:

  • Cigarette Cards and Card Sets - There are 12 sets. Collecting a whole set gives you money. Included in 100% rating.
  • Points of Interest - Add a special drawing in Arthur's Journal. Included in 100% rating.
  • Dinosaur Bones - Return 30 fossils to paleontologist for a reward. Included in 100% rating.
  • Dreamcatchers - Collect all 20 for a reward. Included in 100% rating.
  • Hunting Requests - Posters found in train stations.

Red Dead 2 (RDR2) Hunting and Fishing Guide

Hunting and Fishing can be fun and lucrative, unlocking great Perks.

  • How to Get a Perfect Pelt - How to kill every animal and get a perfect 3-star pelt for crafting.
  • Legendary Animals and Fish Locations and Map - A map with every legendary animal and how to make them appear.
  • Talismans and Trinkets - These are unlocked by hunting Legendary Animals. You can purchase them at the Fence.
  • How to Kill Legendary Animals and Legendary Animal Locations - A step-by-step guide for hunting Legendary Animals.
    • Legendary Alligator
    • Legendary Bear
    • Legendary Beaver
  • How to Catch Legendary Fish and Legendary Fish Locations - A total guide to fishing.
    • Legendary Bluegill
    • Legendary Largemouth Bass
    • Legendary Perch

Red Dead 2 Weapons in RDR2

A list of every weapon in the game, stats, and how to find them all.

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  • The Best Weapons in Red Dead 2
  • Bows - Kill animals cleanly and silently.
  • Pistols - The most important weapon in your holster(s).

Red Dead 2 (RDR2) Horses and The Best Horse

A list of horses, horse stats, horse styles, and more.

  • How to Get the Best Horse, The Elite Arabian, and Other Great Horses
  • War Horse - This horse is bonus DLC but also can be acquired in other ways.

Outfits and the Trapper in Red Dead 2 (RDR2)

Your clothes, and even your haircut, matter in Red Dead Redemption 2.

  • Outfits - A complete list of unique outfits you can purchase from the Trapper (and Trapper locations)

Red Dead 2 (RDR2) 100% Completion Guide

Use this 100% Completion Checklist to get your 100% rating.

  • See Also: Achievements and Trophies

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Red Dead Redemption 2

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FAQs

How long does it take to 100% RDR2? ›

When focusing on the main objectives, Red Dead Redemption 2 is about 50½ Hours in length. If you're a gamer that strives to see all aspects of the game, you are likely to spend around 187 Hours to obtain 100% completion.

How to attain 100% completion in RDR2? ›

Missions And Events
  1. Complete all 107 story missions required to finish the story.
  2. Complete any 10 stranger mission strands.
  3. Complete any 5 bounty hunter missions.
  4. Have 25 chance encounters.
  5. Survive a gang ambush.
  6. Clear 6 gang hideouts.

Will there be a RDR3? ›

The lack of an official announcement raises questions about the potential release date of RDR3. If development is still in the early stages, it could be several years before the game hits the market. This could mean a release window closer to 2027 or even later.

How old is Arthur Morgan? ›

Dutch Has Been A Role Model To Younger Members Of The Gang
NameAge
Dutch Van der Linde44
Hosea Matthews55
Arthur Morgan36
John Marston26
18 more rows
May 26, 2024

What is the secret ending in RDR2? ›

Red Dead Redemption II has multiple endings based on player choices, culminating in Arthur Morgan's death before the epilogue as John Marston. A secret bonus ending is available with 100% completion, showcasing John visiting Arthur's grave in a touching conclusion to the Western saga.

Can you 100% RDR2 without Guarma? ›

Make David Attenborough Proud. Guarma is home to a host of animals you won't find anywhere in the Wild West. Not to worry, though, as these animals aren't counted in the game's 100 percent completion statistic.

Is it possible to miss 100% RDR2? ›

RDR2 does not require you to find and complete everything to attain 100% completion, and this page details all the boxes you must check to gain that honor.

What is the fastest way to make money in rd2? ›

Complete Missions

Completing main missions in the game is one of the easiest ways to make money. Without spoiling too much, quests focus on the gang's attempts to rustle up some extra income. So it comes as no surprise then that they have some of the game's greatest rewards.

How many minutes is 24 hours in RDR2? ›

According to my calculations, a full 24-hour day-night cycle will take ~66 real-world minutes.

How many missable trophies are in RDR2? ›

The powerpyx guide has the 4 missable trophies and how to not miss them in the trophy descriptions. So you can just look at that if you want to not miss them.

How fast can you finish RDR2? ›

Red Dead 2's main story alone can take 40-60 hours to complete, though you'll find yourself spending considerably more time if you want to attain 100% Completion (and even that doesn't cover everything you can do throughout the game).

Can you miss 100 percent in RDR2? ›

Red Dead Redemption 2 contains missions, items and other content that can be permanently missed in a save file unless obtained, studied or otherwise interacted with during a certain time-frame.

How long would it take to 100% RDR1? ›

As mentioned, the number of hours it takes to complete the original Red Dead Redemption depends on how you spend your time playing, so here are some rough time indicators: Story-focused: 20-25 hours. Story + side activities: 25-35 hours. Slow and thorough/100% completionist: 35+ hours.

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