Red Dead Redemption 2 is an epic tale of life in America at the dawn of the modern age.

America, 1899. The end of the wild west era has begun as lawmen hunt down the last remaining outlaw gangs. Those who will not surrender or succumb are killed.

After a robbery goes badly wrong in the western town of Blackwater, Arthur Morgan and the Van der Linde gang are forced to flee. With federal agents and the best bounty hunters in the nation massing on their heels, the gang must rob, steal and fight their way across the rugged heartland of America in order to survive. As deepening internal divisions threaten to tear the gang apart, Arthur must make a choice between his own ideals and loyalty to the gang who raised him.

Built from the ground up for the latest hardware, Red Dead Online blends the classic multiplayer of the original Red Dead Redemption with the best of everything we have learned since then about creating deep multiplayer experiences. The result is something completely new and fun, and an experience that will continue to expand and evolve over time as we gain valuable feedback from our community in the Beta period.

Built from the ground up for the latest hardware, Red Dead Online blends the classic multiplayer of the original Red Dead Redemption with the best of everything we have learned since then about creating deep multiplayer experiences. The result is something completely new and fun, and an experience that will continue to expand and evolve over time.

With the gameplay of Red Dead Redemption 2 as its foundation, Red Dead Online transforms the vast and deeply detailed landscapes, cities, towns and habitats of Red Dead Redemption 2 into a new, living online world ready to be shared by multiple players. Create and customize your character, tailor your abilities to suit your play style and head out into a new frontier full of things to experience.

Explore the world solo or with friends. Form or join a Posse to ride with up to seven players; gather around the fire at your Camp; head out hunting or fishing; visit bustling towns; battle enemy gangs and attack their hideouts; hunt for treasure; take on missions and interact with familiar characters from across the five states; or fight against other outlaws in both spontaneous skirmishes and pitched set-piece battles; compete with other players or whole Posses in open world challenges and much more.

Players looking to earn their Blood Money can gain double RDO$ and XP for stealing the Ember of the East this week.

 There’s also an influx of Capitale hitting the frontier as players may find more of the rare commodity than usual in chests and in the pockets of fallen foes while taking on any Blood Money Contract.

More key highlights from today’s news include:

• Double RDO$ and XP for taking on The Bluewater Contract and The Cornwall Contract
• Bonus Capitalefor completing a Clearing House Crime, and to all playersbased on recorded Rank at the end of September 27
• Free Vest and XP Rewards for completing any Blood Money Contract
• 30% XP Boost for Posse members completing group activities
• Free Fast Travel all week
• New Discounts: 40% off all Off-Hand Holsters, 30% off all Coats, Revolvers, and Select Skill Pamphlets
• Quick Draw Club No.3 Benefits such as the Rustic Bagshot Knife are available to earn until October 4. Purchasing all four parts of The Quick Draw Club will get the upcoming Halloween Pass No.2 for free
• Prime Gaming Benefits: Players that connect to Prime Gaming before September 28 will receive a Reward for a free Vitalism Studies Pamphlet and an Offer for half off an Established or Distinguished Naturalist Role Item of their choice
• Double RDO$ and XP on Ember of the East Opportunity
• Additional Capitale available during all Blood Money Contracts

Earn Double RDO$ and XP for Stealing the Ember of the East This Week

The Ember of the East — that flawless ruby of ill regard — is stashed somewhere in the hills of Annesburg.

Whether you go in with guns blazing or creep in from the shadows, pilfering the gem so it cannot bring Senator Ricard anymore glory will bring you 2X RDO$ and XP, all week long. And for some pointers on acquiring the jewel, check out our recent Game Tips feature .

Blood Money Contract Bonuses and Rewards

Take on The Bluewater Contract and The Cornwall Contract this week to earn 2X RDO$ and XP. Completing any Blood Money Contract this week will also result in Rewards for a free Vest and 2,000 Character XP. You may also stumble upon additional Capitale in chests and in the pockets of the fallen during any Contract this week.

Extra Capitale for All Players

All players will receive bonus Capitale based on their recorded Rank at the end of September 27. Those Rank 5 and below will receive 10 Capitale, those between Ranks 6 and 50 will receive 15 Capitale, and those Rank 51 and above will receive 20 Capitale.

Meanwhile, everyone who completes a Clearing House Crime this week will receive an additional 5 Capitale. Please allow up to 72 hours for your Rewards to arrive upon logging in next week.

Posse XP Bonus and Free Fast Travel All Week Long

When you’re dealing with undesirables, working together may well be its own reward, but this week all Posse Members will also receive an added 20% XP Boost — on top of the usual bonus — for group activities like Blood Money Missions, Free Roam Missions, Free Roam Events, and Bounty Missions. Plus, all Fast Travel Fees are waived.

The Quick Draw Club No. 3 Benefits

The Quick Draw Club No. 3 ends on October 4 and features an assortment of rewards, bonuses, and items, including the rustic Bagshot Knife. And remember, purchasing all four parts of The Quick Draw Club will get you the upcoming Halloween Pass 2 for free.

Discounts

There are a range of special discounts this week, including 40% off all Off-Hand Holsters for those looking to duel-wield; 30% off all Coats, Revolvers, and Select Skill Pamphlets.

Prime Gaming Benefits

Red Dead Online players who connect their Rockstar Games Social Club account to Prime Gaming before September 28 will get a Reward for a free Vitalism Studies Pamphlet and an Offer for half off an Established or Distinguished Naturalist Role Item of their choice.

Red Dead Redemption 2 is currently available for PS4, Xbox One and PC.