Summary
One of the most endearing aspects of theRed Dead Redemptiongames could be made into something much bigger inRed Dead Redemption 3. At this point, it’s a tradition for Rockstar games to be loaded with side activities for players to entertain themselves with. This was also true for the first twoRed Dead Redemptiongames, as Arthur and John could spend hours away from the main story. It’s only natural forRed Dead Redemption 3to include some new diversions of its own. In one case, a whole new mechanic could come from one particularly lovable feature.
The amount ofside content inRed Dead Redemption 2played a big role in the game’s overall charm. Arthur’s interesting character and dramatic story were a natural selling point, but it helped that the world has so much for him to do. Players could have Arthur head to bars for a drink or meal, or sit down to play a few rounds of cards. That’s not even getting into the incredible amount of side quests that revealed themselves over the course of the game.Red Dead Redemption 2provided arguably the best sandbox yet to come from a Rockstar Games title.
As a game about cowboys, it’s inevitable that there will behorses inRed Dead Redemption. In addition to being the equivalent of cars from theGrand Theft Autogames, players also had a role in the care of their horses. They were tasked with brushing their horse every once in a while to keep them from getting dirty, as well as calming them when they got scared. In fact, bonding with their horse actually raised its performance, so players were encouraged to stick with one horse throughout the game. Thanks to this, the player’s horse was easily their most valuable ally in-game.
The way that players care for their horses could be expanded into anew feature inRed Dead Redemption 3. In addition to their horse, perhaps the protagonist could have a farm or ranch where they raise other animals as well. Maybe they run a farm as a cover, or they were a rancher before the events of the story. Whatever the reason is, running a ranch would offer a lot of extra content forRed Dead Redemption 3, from mini-games to bonus jobs. If done right, farming and ranching could end up nearly as enthralling asRed Dead Redemption 3’s main campaign.
ARed Dead Redemptionprotagonist taking up life as a rancher wouldn’t even require a major departure. After all, inRed Dead Redemption 2’s epilogue, John attempted to become a homesteader, which he kept up with leading intoRed Dead Redemption. It might be interesting to see a character balance a rancher’s life as well as the life of an outlaw thatRed Dead Redemption’s previous leads have lived. If nothing else, it would be a good way to introduce a new dynamic to the series. Adding ranch life toRed Dead Redemption 3could add plenty to its next protagonist.
If done right, farming and ranching could end up nearly as enthralling asRed Dead Redemption 3’s main campaign.
Red Dead Redemption 3could find its best side content yet if it incorporates a ranching mechanic. After all, one of the major reasons whyRDR2’s Arthur is such a beloved protagonistis not simply because he’s a tough cowboy, but because of how dynamic and interesting he is. In addition to providing players with a potential outlet to make money in-game, taking care of animals on a ranch could provide several character moments. Taking care of horses inRed Dead Redemptioncould be the springboard for a whole new side game.
