Essential Tips for New RDR1 Players
For those venturing into Red Dead Redemption, getting a handle on some key mechanics can boost your experience. Saving is limited to camps or properties, with the added option of quick saves if your horse bond is robust. Unlike its sequel, horses won't persist, so consider buying bonds or taming wild steeds. The Game of The Year edition provides a strong horse bond, and Bonnie’s trusty stallion makes for a solid start.
Jump into bounty hunting early but prioritize Bonnie’s missions to snag the lasso, enabling you to double rewards by capturing bounties alive. With honor climbing swiftly, patience pays off when buying *weapons, horses,* or bandoliers to benefit from discounts. Ensure you grab upgrades like the Bunny’s Foot for extra loot, and the Advanced Camp for ammunition refills.
Using a whistle calls your horse from anywhere, which is invaluable in the heat of combat, where ducking behind cover is crucial. Make effective use of the items menu to heal when danger lurks. Don't sweat failed or missed side missions—they’ll reappear after 24 hours if an NPC meets an untimely fate. Prepare well and ride on!
