Red Dead Redemption
Red Dead Redemption is a 2010 western-themed action-adventure video game developed by Rockstar San Diego and published by Rockstar Games.
Red Dead Redemption is a 2010 western-themed action-adventure game by Rockstar San Diego, set during the decline of the American frontier in 1911. It follows former outlaw John Marston as he hunts down members of his old gang.
What it is
Red Dead Redemption is the second main entry in the Red Dead series and a spiritual successor to Red Dead Revolver. It is a third-person, open-world action-adventure game developed by Rockstar San Diego and published by Rockstar Games. The game was released in May 2010 for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.
Story and setting
The game is set in 1911, during the decline of the American frontier. Players control John Marston, a former outlaw whose family is taken hostage by the government. He is forced to bring three former gang members to justice, navigating a changing world of outlaws, lawmen, and progress.
Why it matters
Red Dead Redemption received critical acclaim and strong commercial sales. It is widely regarded as one of the most highly respected video games of its era, and its success helped cement the Red Dead franchise as a globally popular series, including among Canadian gaming audiences.
In short
- Second main entry in the Red Dead series, following Red Dead Revolver.
- Set in 1911, focusing on the closing of the American Old West.
- Players control John Marston, a former outlaw on a government-ordered mission.
- Acclaimed for its story, setting, and open-world gameplay.
The game is part of a major globally popular franchise that has been widely played and discussed in Canada, including among Canadian gaming audiences and media.
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Sources
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_Dead_RedemptionSupports: Developer, publisher, genre, release year, series position, setting, and main character.
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_DeadSupports: Series context, release timing, critical and commercial reception, and relationship to Red Dead Revolver.
- Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_Dead_RedemptionSupports: Basic release information, platform information, and spiritual successor relationship.