New To Red Dead Redemption? Here Are The First Few Basic Steps You Need To Get Right

Published 08/20/2023, 12:10 PM EDT

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With the announcement of Red Dead Redemption arriving on Nintendo Switch, the 2010 classic made to the trends again. Red Dead Redemption is arguably the finest creation in the Red Dead series. Developed by the pioneers of action titles Rockstar Games, it checks almost all of the pointers for an ideal action game. While the game is under the fan spotlight again, some new additions are expected in the game’s fan club. 

Recently, the developers announced the re-release of Red Dead Redemption for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch with some slight modifications. As exciting as the excitement sounded, fans weren’t pleased with the pricing of the game. However, reports suggest the game is doing well for the sales. If you are planning to explore the Rockstar Games universe for the first time now, here are some of the tips you cannot afford to miss out on. 

Ace your Red Dead Redemption Gameplay by remembering the following tips!

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The scale of the game is massive, which is what makes this game a challenge. The characters, narrative, and visuals also work just fine for gamers. The first tip is to cut short your time traveling from one point to another. Normally, players would pick the horse and go for a ride. Well, it does sound fun but is time-consuming after a while. So, simply mark your waypoint on the map, then look around for a flat area of the outback to pitch up camp. You may quickly and easily move from anywhere on the map to your next waypoint from here!

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There have been a lot of complaints about the loss of progress players faced due to bugs with the automatic save. To negotiate the threat, players are advised to save the game more often. Also, try to have 2 separate saves on the go at any one time. After making sure of the technical threat, we move on to the most essential part of the game. Enhancing your action skills. 

Hidden features to improve your terror in the city! 

There are plenty of hidden secrets that very few gamers know about. Exploring these features will help you enhance the character’s aim and other weaponry skills.

  • Aiming

You’ll have an easier time if you switch the targeting mode to casual because your rifle has a far more reliable lock-on to adversaries. For beginners, the mentioned setting is highly advised. 

  • Dead Eye

It allows you to slow down time to line up multiple shots. At first, it’s simple, but as you go through the game, you can mark more targets. To replenish it, you must defeat additional foes; alternatively, you can buy the necessary bottles at the general store and top it all off at once.

  • Looting after a kill

During the game, you’ll be killing a lot of enemies. But you cannot just leave the battlefield after your victory. You can loot your kills for weapons and some money as well. To loot the resources you can press on the Y/Triangle.

  • Take smart cover 

Taking cover behind a wall is the most obvious choice during a shootout. Although it is important to note that a short height wall will make you vulnerable to enemies standing at higher altitudes. Choose your cover wisely! 

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  • Bonus

Don’t forget to purchase an essential piece of accessory from the General Store in Escalera or Thieves Landing. The Bad Boy bandana will allow the players to commit crimes without hampering their honor rating.

Also, keep checking on the brightness of your weapon recital. It will hint you on the enemies have a similar weapon. The proximity is directly proportional to the brightness. 

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So, wishing all the new arrivals to the Red Dead Redemption fan club good luck! 

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