Summary
Red Dead Redemption 2is Rockstar Game’s most ambitious title to date. It was a massive step up fromGrand Theft Auto 5and its predecessor in terms of immersion and presentation. Many of the mechanics inRDR 2are simulator-esque. Arthur’s hair and beard grow slowly, and the player must keep him and his horse clean. The player’s character is also impacted by their health, what they eat, and several other factors. Now thatGrand Theft Auto 6has been announced for 2025, fans are left to wonder how the lessons learned in makingRed Dead Redemption 2will impact its gameplay.
Grand Theft Auto 6is the most anticipated game right now. Its reveal broke many records, and even though it’s at least a year away, fans are already extremely excited. This is for good reason too.TheGTA 6trailershows a version of Vice City that is rendered in incredible detail. The wide variety of NPCs, the level of detail in the world, and the sense of realism achieved in the trailer are a step above any game on the market right now. With all the immersive elements shown in the trailer, it would seem thatGTA6 is likely to double down on many of the simulator mechanics introduced inRDR 2.
Most people would point toRed Dead Redemption 2’s huge map, detailed characters, or lifelike animals when citing the elements that make it immersive, but its gunplay is also a big part of it. Arthur gets worn out at different paces depending on the status of his health and whether he is well-fed or not. When Arthur tires out, his aim gets shaky, which makes combat more difficult. All ofRed Dead Redemption 2’s systems work in tandem, impacting one another in subtle and mostly unseen ways. On top of taking care of Arthur, the player also has to maintain his weapons.
How Does Weapon Maintenance Work in RDR 2?
Weapons inRed Dead Redemption2get dirty over time as they are used. The player can go to the gunsmith to have them cleaned or carry gun oil with them to manually clean weapons on the go.RDR 2’s gunsfunction differently depending on their cleanliness. Dirty guns do less damage and are more likely to jam. The accumulated grime is also visible in each weapon’s appearance, which is especially noticeable in first-person view. In combination with how Arthur’s self-care impacts his ability to fight,Red Dead Redemption 2’s weapon maintenance makes the game’s gunplay some of the more immersive in any modern title.
What Could GTA 6 Learn From RDR 2?
WhileGrand Theft Auto 6probably won’t feature any ofRed Dead Redemption 2’s best guns, it will almost certainly carry over and build on many of its immersive features, including its gunplay. Having things like the character’s health, fitness, and the cleanliness of their weapons impact the way the gun’s function all seem like a logical inclusion. It would also make a lot of sense forGrand Theft Auto 6to build onRDR2’s weapon customization systems.RDR 2is set in the late 1800s, and weapon technology has come a long way since then.GTA 6could allow players to pick from different scopes, and various other accessories for their weapons as well as different cosmetics. This would let every player cater their arsenal to their own needs.
Grand Theft Auto 6will likely borrow many ofRDR 2’s gameplay systems. The game’s trailer indicates that it is also trying to provide an immersive experience, so it would only make sense for it to iterate on what Rockstar started in their previous game. Immersive elements would also help to make the new online mode more engaging and long-lasting, which will surely be a priority for Rockstar, considering the success ofGTA Online.GTAandRDRhave been building on one another for over a decade now, so, in the future, it seems likely thatGrand Theft Auto 6will influenceRed Dead Redemption 3in similar ways, too.
