Replay value waned after rdr2, but the atmosphere and storyline will always be a fond memory

User Rating: 8 | Red Dead Redemption X360

Pros:

  • Character animations
  • Story (Fantastic concept, poorly executed at times)
  • Atmosphere *
  • Violence
  • Mission design
  • Dead eye
  • Fast travel
  • Camping/hunting/challenges

Cons:

  • Eccentric missions that don’t always contribute to narrative
  • Lacking customization *
  • Subplots can be hard to follow
  • Can’t swim (touching water means instant death

Rating:

  • Story ******* 7/10
  • Gameplay ******* 7/10
  • Atmosphere ********** 10/10
  • Overall ******** 8/10

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  • Story (characters, narrative, depth, pace, role playing)
  • Gameplay (mechanics, fun factor, customization, level design)
  • Atmosphere (graphics, environment, mood)