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.

Roaming the frontier in Red Dead Online has never been more rewarding, with quadruple XP on Free Roam Events through April 29.

In addition, Call to Arms is doling out double Gold and Ability Card XP, with players tough enough to survive until Wave 10 earning an additional red and orange Ortega Vest.

Full highlights from this month’s update include:

• Quadruple XP on Free Roam Events
• Triple RDO$ and XP  on Telegram Missions and A Land of Opportunities
• Double RDO$ and XP on the Featured Series
• Double Gold and Ability Card XP on Call to Arms
• The red and orange Ortega Vest for making it to Wave 10 in Call to Arms
• The North Tumbleweed Treasure Map for completing any A New Source of Employment Telegram Mission
• Monthly Rewards:
  • Complete 3 Daily Challenges anytime this month to receive an Offer for 40% off a Coat, Premium Cigarettes, and a Reward of 5000 XP
  • Purchase a Weapon Modification to receive 50 Repeater and 50 Rifle High Velocity Ammo
  • Craft an Item in Gus’ Store to receive an Offer for 50% off the Navy Revolver
• A tan Carbow Double Bandolier for achieving a victory in any Featured Series match this month
• A free Community Outfit styled by YouTuber Riding in Style: Wild West Fashion
• Returning Clothing: The Eberhart Coat, Carver Pants, Strickland Boots, and Gardenia Hat
• Discounts: Fast Travel Fees Waived; 30% off Arabian Horses, Shotgun Style Customizations, Bandoliers, Boots, and Hats; 40% off Hunting Knife Style Customizations, Melee Weapons, Shotguns, Shotgun Ammo, the Improved Bow, and Arrows

Free Roam Events

From archery competitions to capturing territory, Free Roam Events are a great way for new Red Dead Online players to get acquainted with the frontier — and they are awarding 4X XP through April 29.

Venture forth with an entrepreneurial spirit as figures near and far beckon for your help with Free Roam Missions and you’ll acquire 3X RDO$ and XP for your efforts.

All of these efforts are made easier this month as Fast Travel Fees are waived for all.

3X RDO$ and XP on Telegram Missions

Telegram Missions offer opportunities to test your skill and make serious money while dispensing your own brand of justice, often detailing nefarious plots such as stealing prized horses and gems. If you haven’t yet, collect the Telegrams from your local Post Office or your Camp Lockbox, then open your Player Menu to launch into Telegram Missions for 3X RDO$ and XP this month.

Plus, complete any A New Source of Employment Telegram Mission to receive the North Tumbleweed Treasure Map.

3X RDO$ and XP on A Land of Opportunities

Lend your skill set to the widowed Jessica LeClerk and avenge her late husband in A Land of Opportunities missions for a handsome 3X RDO$ and XP through April 29.

2X Gold and 2X Ability Card XP on Call to Arms

There’s no time for rest and relaxation as marauding delinquents are constantly in search of their next conquest. Defend vulnerable outposts and innocent citizens against waves of enemy forces in Call to Arms for 2X Gold and 2X Ability Card XP.

Players with the determination to make it to Wave 10 will receive the red and orange Ortega Vest.

Free Roam Event Rewards

In addition to reaping 4X XP, participate in any Free Roam Event between now and April 29 to receive the following rewards each week this month:

• April 2 – 8: A pair of red and orange Furred Gloves
• April 9 – 15: An Offer for 40% off an Ability Card Upgrade
• April 16 – 22: A pair of black Pelt Half Chaps
• April 23 – 29: 3 Fire Bottles and 3 Toxic Moonshine

Monthly Rewards

Complete 3 Daily Challenges anytime this month to receive an Offer for 40% off a Coat, Premium Cigarettes, and a Reward of 5000 XP.

Pad your artillery collection by purchasing a Weapon Modification to receive 50 Repeater and 50 Rifle High Velocity Ammo. Plus, Craft an Item in Gus’ Store to receive an Offer for 50% off the Navy Revolver.

2X RDO$ and XP on the Featured Series

Dive headfirst into a buffet of hardcore modes — including a showdown that takes place in the rugged and unforgiving state of New Austin — in this month’s Featured Series. Partake in any of the following to earn 2X RDO$ and XP through April 29: 

• April 2 – 8: Hardcore Head for the Hills
• April 9 – 15: Hardcore New Austin Series
• April 16 – 22: Hardcore Showdown Series
• April 23 – 29: Hardcore Pro Series

Free Community-Inspired Outfit

Don a community-inspired Outfit created by YouTuber Riding in Style: Wild West Fashion for free. This gunslinger’s garb combines stealthy dark hues with wearable weaponry for an intimidating fit.

Claim the pieces below for free from participating Tailors and the Wheeler, Rawson & Co. Catalogue through April 29: 

• Gambler’s Hat
• Trimmed Bandana
• Classic Frock Coat
• Everyday Overshirt (Male), Iniesta Shirtwaist (Female)
• Salizzo Double Bandolier
• Lancer Vest (Male), Valdez Vest (Female)
• Leather Gloves
• Cuffed Town Pants
• Worn Ropers Boots

Returning for a limited time, the Eberhart Coat, Carver Pants, Strickland Boots, and Gardenia Hat are also available for sale until April 29.

Recent Updates

Our recent maintenance-focused Title Update addresses a number of fixes for security and stability in Red Dead Online, as well as improvements made to address the issue where players become stuck when entering the stables or are unable to summon horses and wagons. Additionally, Voice Chat now defaults to off. For a list of the general fixes and improvements, check out the Rockstar Support site.

Discounts

• Fast Travel Fees Waived
• Arabian Horses – 30% off
• Melee Weapons – 40% off
• Hunting Knife Style Customizations – 40% off
• Shotguns and Shotgun Ammo – 40% off
• Shotgun Style Customizations – 30% off
• Improved Bow – 40% off
• Arrows – 40% off
• Bandoliers, Boots, and Hats – 30% off

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