Red Dead Redemption 2 Special Edition (PS4)

Excellent game, fun, exciting, can challenge the most experienced and occasional player. Graphics are unbelievable and realistic. Truly the best game I have ever played.

Was sent an open case and it was a standard edition with a sticker label on the back of it in small print saying special edition smh lol

This was suppose to be Special Edition. When I played it, there is no difference than my regular dvd of RD2. It does not say Special Edition on disk. I am going to check with Rockstar if it suppose to.

I very rarely purchase games for release day, and it’s even rarer for me to order a Special Edition… however, being such a huge Rockstar and Red Dead fan, this was a must for me. If you’re still on the fence as to whether you should buy this, then hopefully this will help: Install: The game is huge, so big in fact that not only does it come on two discs, but it also requires a 105GB download… it was a painful 3 hour wait for me before I could play (even with a fast internet connection). Pre Order / Special Edition Bonus Add On's: If you're like me and started playing the game first, and then used the pre-order / bonus codes after, you may find that they haven't installed. To rectify this, close the game down, go to the game icon on the PS4 Homepage and scroll to the very bottom where it states PlayStation Store and select the Add-Ons, here you can select the download arrow which will install them again manually. Re-start the game and they'll be there. Keep in mind that the horse won't be available until you find a stable, and that most of the other stuff (i.e. guns, outfits etc. won't be available until chapter 2 at the earliest). Trophies: There are 52 trophies for any fellow trophy hunters. If you want the platinum, you’re going to need to put in some serious effort. It’s worth pointing out that the trophy list includes 17 multiplayer trophies. Graphics: Goes without saying that the game is stunning. The best visuals I’ve ever seen in a game (and I didn’t think Uncharted 4 could be topped). The snow is the most realistic ever created for a video game… in fact, I think upcoming games are going to struggle in comparison, as this really shows what the ageing PS4 is still capable of (no doubt assisted by the huge install size). Sound: Often overlooked, but sound is integral to immersion. Again, as you would expect, its nothing short of perfect... subtle sounds that you don't necessarily notice, such as the clumping of your horse hooves really give this an added layer of authenticity. Gameplay: Reports say the game is 60 hours long for the main story, well, I've played for at least 10-12 hours now, and I'm only 9% into the main story and I feel that I've barely scratched the surface (I did spend a good hour playing poker though). The map is huge and beautiful. It’s worth pointing out, that like GTA 5, you can play in first person perspective, and you can replay missions to meet the various challenges. The only negative for me is that the character is a little sluggish to move at times, I know this adds to the realism, but it can be a pain during a gun fight! Early Negatives: Whilst the game is amazing, it's does have a couple of niggles for me (although these might be ironed out with updates or further into the game itself). Firstly, I don't like how I can only select 1 item of food or drink from the satchel - if I want to eat 3 items, I have to go back into it 3 times, as it kicks you out each time. Secondly, I'm not a huge fan of how easy it is to get a wanted rating... I accidentally knocked someone over with my horse at the start of Chapter 2 and I had a bounty to pay... by the time I had taken care (ahem) of the two lawman chasing me, I had to use all of the money I had found in Chapter 1 just to clear my debt - its equally frustrating when you go to rob somewhere, as even wearing a bandana you still rack up a bounty, which is often more expensive to pay off than any money you've stolen. Lastly (and this isn't a negative per se) but this is a game structured very much around RPG elements, i.e. you have to eat enough, rest, clean/feed your horse, support the NPC's with food etc. also, there is so much to learn that it can be daunting at first and the pace is quite slow compared to say GTA... this might not be what some people are after as its vastly different from the last Red Dead game. Current thoughts: I plan to add more to this review as I go through, but for now, I would highly recommend RDR2 to anyone who enjoys RPG and sandbox games.

So I decided NOT to review this game straight away.... I received day of release, installed and started to play.... 1st impressions were that the game was way to slow paced and actually quite boring. HOWEVER.... after I continued to play and got used to the controls and game mechanics it became a whole different experience. The story is imersive with excellent character build up. I Truley started to bond with different characters which adds to the impact of events... I have lost countless hours exploring the wilds coming across random encounters that are Truley superb.... (if you meet a dodgy couple don't take that 2nd drink haha) The game play is epic and can be as fast or as slow paced as you like.... I'm currently on chapter 4 and it's anything but a slow boring game... The laugh you can have with your laso is brilliant.... Silently kidnap a random passer buy of the back of a wagon as his friend rides on unknowingly.... Hog time him and we'll there are limitless choices of what to do with him.... Train track... Dangle off a cliff... Throw him in a shallow river and watch him flap around like a fish... 😂 The robberies are superb... Banks trains waggons stores.... Anyone and everything can be robbed... Its a 5 star game worth every gold nugget... So glad I percivered with the first 3 - 4 hours...

really good game,the story has some great missions,graphics are brill,although I have noticed some little glitches,would have given 5 stars but for the online game which doesn't make me want to play it too long,hopefully new content update will be coming soon to help the online experience a bit more enjoyable

I was not really interested in this as I was left a bit wanting with the original red dead. I actually became quite bored of the first game very quickly. The second edition however is a completely different kettle of fish! It’s so seamless and immersive. Rock star have pulled out another game that will hold your attention and I will re visit it for years, like I do with GTA. If you like fast paced shooter games this probably isn’t the one for you, (you should probably get battlefield 5 if that’s the case) but if your a fan of the open map and explore concept then this is bang on.

Rockstar have smashed it once again. Epic story and so much to do in the open sandbox world. Tops the first red dead which is probably the best game ever untill this predecessor. If you like games with a well thought out narrative and plenty to do with out having to play though the story untill your ready then this game is made for you. Train robbing , cattle rustling , gun slinging , hunting , fishing and much more. Enjoy