Red Dead Redemption 2 It has a huge map, so it's easy miss some of the coolest parts of the game's various locations the first time. Whether taking a second or even third pass through the game, it's worth revisiting these locations again and again. Some are rewarding for their beautiful landscapes, others for their in-game benefits, and some for the hidden secrets they hide.
Another reason why some of these locations can get lost in the shuffle is that they are largely ignored by history. On the other hand, sometimes the story can be happening at such a fast pace in a certain location that players forget to slow down and appreciate their surroundings. Veterans who have already experienced Red Dead Redemption 2The one-time narrative will probably want to take its time and fully explore everything it missed last time.
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Strawberry is one of the most beautiful cities
Strawberry has a very picturesque landscape and characteristics
The first time Arthur Morgan visits Strawberry in Red Dead Redemption 2According to the story, he was sent there to break Micah Bell out of prison. As if dealing with Micah wasn't unpleasant enough, as soon as he's released, Micah attacks the small town, even breaking into a man's home and killing his unarmed wife. All this death and destruction (and Micah) can leave a bad taste in your mouth, and it's one of the first indications that Dutch's gang isn't as respectable as members like Charles or Hosea.
If players become attached to the story, they won't spend much time in Strawberry after this missionwhich is a shame, as the city is one of the most picturesque in the world. Red Dead Redemption 2. It is situated in the mountains near Big Valley, a region reminiscent of the natural beauty of California's Sierra Nevada mountains. The town is divided by a river and its unique log cabin-style buildings make it feel wilder than many locations. Although there isn't much to do, it's the perfect city for photo mode.
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Saint Denis has many hidden treasures
Saint Denis is the largest urban area in the game
Saint Denis is the most established city in the Red Dead Redemption 2which makes sense seeing how far east it is. Inspired by New Orleans, Saint Denis has unique French-inspired architecture and fun amenities like a cable car. As it is the most populated area in the game, it is also home to some secrets that are easy to miss during the first playthrough of the game.
One of the city's strangest secrets is the hidden vampire that can be discovered after following strange writings on the city walls. There are also a variety of fun performances that Arthur can attend at the Théâtre Râleur, in addition to those he attends on missions. The local cinema also offers some funny and entertaining shorts, like the story of Josiah Blackwater and his possum hat. It's worth exploring all the buildings and alleys in Saint Denis so you don't miss out on the fun.
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Return to the Grizzlies after the prologue
The Grizzlies have more substance than the prologue shows
Red Dead Redemption 2 takes players to the frozen tundra of the Western Grizzlies, the game's fictional stand-in for the Rockies. Although the group is very eager to leave the Grizzlies at the beginning of the campaign, the players should not say goodbye to the region forever. Once you've fully unlocked the various side quest types and obtained better gear, it's worth venturing back into the Grizzlies to see what they have to offer.
There is some legendary animals to hunt in the regionas well as just a few interesting details from the setting. One impressive site is the frozen cattle drive near Spider Gorge, which shows how dangerous it was to pass through areas like this in the Old West. There are also some fun Easter eggs, like some movie references and a hidden robot.
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Annesburg is largely ignored by the main story and is worth checking out
Annesburg's best quests are side quests
While there are several side quests taking place in Annesburg, players who are just rushing through the main story missions will likely miss out on what the town has to offer. This mining town is located in the far northeast of the map, in the state of New Hanover, in the densest forested area near Roanoke Ridge. In addition to having a wealth of natural resources for crafts, Annesburg is also home to some of the best side content in the game.
Annesburg is where the shocking conclusion to the gunslinger quest “The Noblest of Men and a Woman” takes place. If Arthur has enough honor, they will be able to participate in “Do Not Seek Absolution”, the missions that conclude the story of the Downes family. Avoiding these missions misses some of the game's more emotional beats. Likewise, once playing as John, players can return to Annesburg and say a heartfelt goodbye to Rains Fall.
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Explore near Valentine to solve a murder mystery
The Valentine's Day environment offers an interesting side quest
Valentine is one of the first locations in the game where players will likely spend a lot of time. However, because there are so many missions set in the small town, it's easy to miss one of the game's scariest side missions, which takes place outside of it. Fans of mysteries or true crime will love this quest – “American Dreams” – who has them hunting a serial killer.
The quest can be started by talking to Valentine's sheriff or finding any of his three murder scenes. Each crime scene features a mutilated corpse and some cryptic writings, and following the clues left at each one could lead to the killer's identity. Players who missed it the first time, or perhaps saw the bodies but didn't realize they were connected to a quest, will want to take advantage of their second chance to fully explore this Valentine's Day mystery.
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A glitch makes it possible to explore Mexico
Players cannot visit Mexico during gameplay without using this glitch
The original Red Dead Redemption brought players across the border into Mexico. Red Dead Redemption 2 is set further northeast than the original game, and when Arthur ventures out of the country, it's to the fictional Caribbean island of Guarma. Fans of the first game may regret that we were unable to return to Mexico and explore it with RDR2updated graphics. However, it is possible to do this with the help of a glitch.
There are some methods that make it possible to enter Mexico. The easiest is to go to the San Luis River as far west as you can in New Austin. After passing the border, there is a small crevice in the rock where Arthur can ride to the top. Getting off the horse allows him to enter Mexico, leaving the horse behind. Players can explore similar areas to the original game, but they need to be careful as part of the map to the southeast can cause them to charge into Guarma and get stuck.
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Take the time to appreciate Guarma
The game doesn't let Arthur return to Guarma after the mission
At the end of Red Dead Redemption 2In Arthur's fourth chapter, Arthur and some of his companions attempt to flee Saint Denis aboard a boat after a failed robbery. The boat ends up being hit by a storm and sinks. Arthur appears on the coast of the Caribbean island of Guarma. The Guarma chapter plays out largely as a linear story mission, and players are stuck there for the duration of it. This probably encourages most players to speed through the quest to get back to the mainland as quickly as possible.
When players know the Guarma mission is going to happen, they can be more prepared to take their time rather than feeling pressured to return to the main map. While there isn't much to do in Guarma, the area is still fully realized with the same impressive attention to detail as the game's main areas. It's worth taking a little more time to look around when there's a chance and enjoy the landscape of Guarma before you can't go back.
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Mount Shann is worth climbing for the views (and the treasure)
Mount Shann has gold bars and beautiful views
Mount Shann is located in West Elizabeth, as part of the Big Valley region. It is a high mountain with stunning views from one of the Red Dead Redemption 2more picturesque areas. Climbing to the top of Mount Shann allows you to appreciate how well-crafted the world of RDR2 is and how beautiful it can be to look at. However, even those who aren't motivated by the game's aesthetics alone may want to visit the peak of Mount Shann.
At the top of Mount Shann there is a strange rock formation that is part of the “Landmarks of Wealth” mission. This landmark specifically contains six gold bars, a rather high prize for climbing to the top of the mountain. Each gold bar sells for US$500, which means players will receive $3,000 along with one of the best views in the game.
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Cotorra Springs has unique natural phenomena and is good for hunting
Cotorra Springs is an area with natural hot pools
Cotorra Springs is one of the areas in Red Dead Redemption 2 This just proves how much detail the developers put into creating the game's environments. There are no major missions in the area, so it could easily have been left as a patch of ordinary land. However, it actually has some of the most unique geographic features of any place in the game.
Cotorra Springs is full of boiling natural hot springs. Players should avoid diving into them as their character will die upon entering them. Still, the smoking holes scattered across this area of the map are nothing short of a natural wonder. There is also a legendary wolf in the area and some decent hunts for players looking to collect pelts or supplies for the camp. It's an area that players could easily pass by if they weren't looking for it, but it's definitely the hot springs are worth a look (from a safe distance).
In Ambarino, north of Donner Falls and near Calumet Ravine, a cave can be found next to the river. Although they can't go in and actually find them, there is an invisible NPC that talks to Arthur from the inside. The NPC mentions being very large, which has made some players believe that it is Bigfoot they are talking to.
The game's cut content shows that this character was originally just a very tall person who looked mostly human, or possibly some kind of giant. However, given Rockstar's history of including Bigfoot in its games, and given that he is not on screen, some Red Dead Redemption 2 players like to say it's him. Regardless of whether you believe it's Bigfoot or not, it's worth exploring this corner of the map in depth and talking to the giant. After all, he says he is alone.
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October 26, 2018