Red Dead Redemption 2 is one of Rockstar’s best open-world video games that currently exist. It is a masterpiece that features the exciting Wild West era. From its comprehensive world building to unforgettable moments in the storytelling, RDR2 has it all. And now, you’ll be able to experience the game like no other using mods. In the vast and detailed world of RDR2, you definitely had some ideas cross your mind. What if you played as a grizzly bear? What if you can participate in duels?
Today, we bring you 11 best mods for Red Dead Redemption 2 to try out, and rediscover your passion for the game. Mods are still limited to PC users, sorry console gamers. You can access each mod by clicking on the title that brings you to the mod website and downloading them. Make sure you follow the instructions so that the mod will work when booting up the game. Let’s have some fun!
Script Hook RDR2
This mod is essential for running many of the other mods on this list. It adds support for custom scripts, which allow for a wide variety of new gameplay mechanics and features. Before installing any other mods, you’ll need to install this mod first.
Lenny’s Simple Trainer
This mod allows players to tweak various aspects of the game, such as adjusting the time of day, weather patterns, and even spawning in new characters and animals. It also gives players the ability to teleport around the game world, making it easier to explore and complete missions.
Photorealistic Reshade
This mod completely overhauls the game’s graphics, making it look even more stunning and realistic than before. If you think you’ve seen the best graphics this game has to offer, think again. This mod brings it to the next level. It adds new lighting effects, sharper textures, and improved color grading, giving the game a whole new level of immersion.
Improved Trains
This mod overhauls the game’s train system, adding new features such as dynamic train schedules, the ability to control the train as a driver, and the ability to rob and loot trains. So, if you’re feeling for an adventure of train robbing, this specific mod will grant you your wish without the need of waiting for in-game missions. Or you could just take a train ride, and enjoy the grand landscape of the Wild Wild West.
First Person Mod
Maybe third-person view is too easy for you. You want to feel the real danger that mother nature has to offer. This mod adds a first-person mode to the game, allowing players to experience the world of Red Dead Redemption 2 from a whole new perspective. It also adds new first-person animations and UI elements, making the game feel even more immersive. Hunting panthers in this mod is going to be a challenge.
Red Dead Redemption 2 PC Trainer
“Game is hard”, sometimes. And you’re stuck in a particular level, but you don’t want to drop the difficulty. We get it. This mod adds a variety of new cheats and features to the game, such as infinite health, ammo, and money. It also adds new gameplay mechanics, such as the ability to spawn in vehicles and change the weather on the fly.
NaturalVision Evolved
This mod is similar to the Photorealistic Reshade mod, but focuses more on improving the game’s natural environments. It adds new weather effects, improved foliage and water physics, and more realistic lighting and shadows. Take a relaxing ride on your trusty horse, and camp out in the wild.
Quick Toggle HUD and Minimap
This mod allows players to quickly turn off the game’s HUD and minimap, giving them a more immersive experience while exploring the vast open world of Red Dead Redemption 2. With just a press of a button, players can toggle between having a fully displayed HUD and minimap or having them completely disappear.
Duels
One of the most exciting parts of the Wild West was the classic duel between two gunslingers. With this mod, players can recreate those iconic moments in Red Dead Redemption 2. It adds a new dueling mechanic where players can draw their weapons and engage in a quick draw showdown with other characters in the game. You’ll finally get to say “This town ain’t big for the two of us!”
Instant Fast Travel
You have places to be, missions to complete. But the animals and bandits don’t know that. There’s always unwanted obstacles when you’re travelling long distances. Red Dead Redemption 2’s massive open world can take a long time to traverse, but with the Instant Fast Travel mod, players can quickly teleport to any location they’ve previously discovered. This is especially helpful when players need to quickly get to a mission or explore a specific area of the map.
Play as Animal
In Red Dead Redemption 2, players take on the role of Arthur Morgan, but with this mod, they can play as any animal in the game. From wolves to bears, players can experience the game from a completely new perspective and see the world from a different point of view.
Overall, these mods can significantly enhance the gameplay experience of Red Dead Redemption 2, making it feel like a whole new game. Whether you want to improve the graphics, add new gameplay mechanics, or just mess around with cheats and custom scripts, there’s something on this list for everyone.