While the movie business continues to steal the spotlight and headlines, the video game industry has developed into one of the best outlets for modern storytelling. The scope and range of games allows for an infinite amount of possibilities for a player to fully immerse themselves in a world if it’s carefully constructed.
Rockstar Games has made a reputation as the leader in open world gaming based on the strength of their revolutionary Grand Theft Auto series. In 2010, they raised the bar yet again when they showed that they can create more than just satires of Los Angeles, when they released their monumental game Red Dead Redemption.
The game took cues from all the great western classics, from the The Good, The Bad, And the Ugly to Unforgiven, with a surprisingly emotional and gripping story. For those with shorter attention spans, there was a literal world of things to do in the Old West. Players could choose to hunt a wide range of wild life, gamble, or search for gold. The world that Rockstar Games created was nothing less than masterful.
Today, Rockstar Games formally announced that Red Dead Redemption 2 is coming to next generation consoles in the fall of 2017. They debuted the first trailer this morning and it look nothing short of stunning, with some of the landscape and vistas that appear nearly photo realistic. There are few details on the game, however this is the beginning of the marketing push, so there is certainly much more to come. However, you might as well cancel next year’s winter vacation plans, because it looks like the only place you will need to travel to is the Old West. Enjoy!
Official Synopsis:
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.
Red Dead Redemption 2 will release for PS4 and Xbox One in 2017.
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