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Red Dead Redemption 2

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Game Info

Developed by the creators of Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption, Red Dead Redemption 2 is an epic tale of life in America’s unforgiving heartland. The game’s vast and atmospheric world will also provide the foundation for a brand new online multiplayer experience.

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Total Reviews: 146

Best Adventure Game (2017), Nom: GOTY (2017), Editors' Choice

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54% of scored reviews gave RDR2 a 100/100

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RATING & REVIEWS

Ratings & Reviews

146

Critic Reviews

96

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CRITIC REVIEWS

All reviews are from professional critics. Learn more about the critics VSG aggregates.

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Luke Reilly (IGN)
[Date Unavailable]
10/10

“Red Dead Redemption 2 is a game of rare quality; a meticulously polished open world ode to the outlaw era.”

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James Davenport (PC Gamer
[Date Unavailable]
88/100

“Red Dead Redemption 2’s stark, slow depiction of America’s fading frontier is a monumental work straining against stubborn mission design and stability problems.”

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David Meikleham (GamesRadar+)
[Date Unavailable]
5/5 stars

“One of the top three open-worlds of all time, and the best game Rockstar has ever made. An all-time Old West masterpiece.”

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Awards & Recognition

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Best Adventure Game
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