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0.0 hrs last two weeks / 24.0 hrs on record (8.4 hrs at review time)
Posted: 7 Dec, 2019 @ 12:12pm
Updated: 2 Jun @ 9:27am

FIRST REVIEW EVER, and I HAD to pour my heart out. RDR2 is INCREDIBLE – a game that finally made me feel like a kid that got his dream toy !

I fell head-over-heels in love with RDR 2. It’s been years since a game completely consumed me like this – a rare gem where story, graphics, and gameplay don’t just coexist, but elevate each other to create something truly transcendent.

Forget "open world" – this is a living, breathing ecosystem. From snow-capped mountains to humid swamps, every inch feels handcrafted with insane detail. Sunsets paint the sky in hues you won’t believe, wildlife behaves realistically, and random encounters make the world feel genuinely alive. It’s visually STUNNING – even years later, it sets a new benchmark. Absolutely breathtaking!

The narrative is profound, mature, and deeply human. Arthur Morgan isn't just a protagonist; he feels like a real, complex person. The writing is exceptional – full of heart, grit, humor, and tragedy. The character development across the entire Van der Linde gang is phenomenal. You care deeply. I was emotionally invested from start.

Gameplay That Demands Immersion: Yes, the controls are deliberate – and it’s intentional. Every action has weight, pulling you deeper into Arthur’s reality. Hunting is tense and strategic, gunfights are visceral and impactful, and even mundane tasks like setting up camp or grooming your horse contribute to the unparalleled sense of being there. The sheer depth of mechanics (honor system, survival elements, bonding with your horse) is staggering.

RDR 2 isn't just a game; it's an experience. A landmark achievement in interactive storytelling and world-building. It ruined other open-world games for me because nothing else feels this rich, this real, or this emotionally resonant. If you value deep narratives, unparalleled immersion, and a world you can truly lose yourself in for hundreds of hours, this is essential. A genuine 10/10 masterpiece.
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