AusGamers:
Despite being absolutely pumped for the single-player element of Red Dead Redemption, I've been reticent to get my hopes up for the multiplayer portion. This is largely due to GTA IV's lacking multiplayer component which essentially underwhelmed players across the board. But Rockstar being Rockstar, invited us out to get an early look at Red Dead's multiplayer, knowing full well they had an ace up their sleeve, like some sleazy dishevelled saloon bar poker cheat.
Let me first up start with a wow. Seriously wow. The multiplayer modes we played throughout the day were fun, enjoyable and definitely post-worthy, but by and large, they're essentially Red Dead-ified versions of modes we see in pretty much every other game. However, prior to actually getting into any of these, comes the wow factor. Instead of lining up in list form in a boring game lobby, Red Dead Redemption has Free Roam; ostensibly an interactive game lobby for up to 16 players where posses of up to eight can form and do whatever they like.
Red Dead Redemption hits 3.3 million Netflix downloads on mobile, underscoring how subscription access drives reach over paid sales.
More like people don't play these type of games on their phone normally and don't try them out. Not like the places where people do play these games haven't crushed those numbers easily.
How many people actually played more than an hour of the game or came close to finishing it on mobile is the real question. If people aren't playing the games to a point that is purposeful, then why try when a subscription that is behind a streaming service isn't a sign of success but just curiosity.
I downloaded it because I already have a Netflix sub.
I am not going to buy it for $40 or whatever it costs on Google Play.
I tried it out and will be sticking to the PC version, but it's not bad.
Having said that, this is the issues I see vs the PC version:
1. Greatly reduced texture resolution.
2. Massive downgrade ALL lighting quality (this includes water, shadows, etc).
3. Stutter and heat. Prolonged play leads to both.
On the plus side, we have:
4. This thing is like 6GB vs the 12 on Steam.
Great way to try the game, but not the best way to play it.
They should build a production that includes members behind the True Grit remake and Hell on Wheels from AMC. Both were perfect for wild west vibes.
Rockstar says the free upgrade issue affecting Red Dead Redemption Xbox 360 owners requires more time to resolve, with another update expected within five days.
I’m not sure what the exact issue is. I had no trouble getting the free update—you basically get the new game for free if you have the 360 version in your digital library. Maybe the problem is related to owning or not owning the Undead DLC expansion.
Yea I think thats what it is. I also own the game but not the expansion, and im unable to download the update.
A detailed comparison of Red Dead Redemption on Switch 2, PS4, and PS5 shows stronger settings, better performance, and a major uplift for Nintendo’s new hardware.
Can't wait for this game
Gonna flip a coin as to whether I should get this or not, really not to sure yet...I'd probably have the money for it by the time it comes out.