Rockstar Games director and writer departs after nearly 20 years
Rockstar Games Director Lazlow Jones played an integral role in Grand Theft Auto, Red Dead Redemption, and other popular franchises.
Rockstar to shut down GTA Online, Red Dead Online in support of Black Lives Matter
Rockstar Games said that it stands with Black Lives Matter and will shut down GTA Online and Red Dead Online for two hours on Thursday to support its movement.
Now is a good time to grab a free copy of Grand Theft Auto V
Grand Theft Auto V was made free on Thursday and demand was so high that it crashed the Epic Games Store. But it now appears to be up and running again.
Red Dead Redemption 2 PC sale makes the ultimate edition only $60
The PC version of Red Dead Redemption 2 receives a major price cut from Rockstar as it is up to 40% off on the Humble Store for the rest of the month.
Rockstar might be teasing new games with cryptic images
Rockstar updated its website with a pair of cryptic, new images, which could be hinting at the studio's next projects.
Rockstar Editor reportedly coming soon to Red Dead Redemption 2 for consoles, PC
A dataminer found code within the Red Dead Redemption 2 companion app that hints at the arrival of the Rockstar Editor, a long-awaited feature that is also available in Grand Theft Auto V. The video creation tool will not launch on time for the game's PC release, but it will roll out within the year.
Red Dead Redemption 2’s world is breathtaking in new 4K trailer for PC port
Red Dead Redemption 2 for PC has received a brand-new trailer, flaunting the game in 4K graphics and running at 60 frames per second. The new trailer also introduces new graphical technical enhancements such as increased draw distances, improved shadows and lighting, and realistic fur textures.
Red Dead Redemption 2 gets PC release in November with several improvements
Rockstar Games has confirmed that Red Dead Redemption 2 will be coming to PC on November 5. The game originally launched last year for Xbox One and PlayStation 4 and won our Game of the Year award. The PC version will be available on several stores, including Rockstar's own launcher, and will also launch for Stadia.
Rockstar focused on Red Dead Online, not Red Dead Redemption 2 single-player DLC
Rockstar Games is currently prioritizing Red Dead Online over DLC to further flesh out the story of Red Dead Redemption 2's single-player mode. The studio appears to be following the model of Grand Theft Auto V and the massive successful GTA Online, which is probably not a bad plan.
GTA Online hides 100 action figures: Find them all to unlock rewards
A new mission in GTA Online tasks players with finding 100 hidden action figures, in exchange for cash, RP points, and a unique reward. Searching for all the toys may seem like a daunting task, but fortunately, some players have already uploaded videos and maps to show their locations.
GTA Online draws crowds, shatters records with Diamond Casino & Resort update
The Diamond Casino & Resort update for GTA Online delivered the biggest ever daily and weekly player numbers for the online component of Grand Theft Auto V. The update, which finally opens The Diamond, contains six new story missions and allows players to customize their own private penthouse suite.
Rumor: Grand Theft Auto 6 rumored to be heavily inspired by Netflix’s Narcos
A new set of Grand Theft Auto 6 rumors claim that the project is drawing heavy inspiration from Netflix crime drama Narcos. The game will be set in the 1970s and 1980s with one playable male protagonist who will rise up the ranks of the drug trade, according to the information dump on Reddit.
Red Dead Online poker missing in some parts of the world due to gambling laws
The massive update for Red Dead Online as it left beta added poker, among many other things, to the online component of Red Dead Redemption 2. Not all players are able to access the card game though, as Rockstar Games said that it restricted the feature in countries where online gambling is prohibited.
Grand Theft Auto 6 rumors suggest multiple cities, launch on next-gen consoles
Grand Theft Auto 6 is rumored to feature multiple cities, including Liberty City and Vice City. The follow-up to the massively successful Grand Theft Auto 5 is also said to be launching on next-generation consoles, as the current consoles will not be able to run the game due to memory restrictions.
The best guns in ‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ and where to find them
Red Dead Redemption 2 features around 60 different weapons across five or six classes of guns, depending on how you count. Some guns are better than others, though. In our Red Dead Redemption 2 guns guide, we detail the best guns for each class, all of which can be obtained and upgraded easily.
Take-Two Interactive takes down another ‘GTA Online’ modder, seeks $150K
Take-Two Interactive and Rockstar Games have filed a lawsuit against the GTA Online modder behind the software named Elusive. The publisher, which is continuing its crackdown against GTA Online mods which give players unfair advantages over others, is seeking damages of $150,000.
‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ scene alludes to notorious 19th-century serial killers
Red Dead Redemption 2 is brimming with details and secrets. Historian Mike Stuchbery made an interesting connection between a strange occurrence on the Aberdeen Pig Farm and the Bloody Benders, a family of serial killers that terrorized Kansas. RDR2 is just the latest of many to allude to the family.
‘Red Dead Online’ is only an appetizer right now, but there’s a feast to come
Red Dead Online, the multiplayer component of Red Dead Redemption 2, has entered beta. After a few hours spent playing cooperative missions, riding solo, and going head-to-head in competitive multiplayer, we've come away impressed by the experience's early foundation and are excited for the future.
‘Red Dead Redemption 2’: Everything you need to know
Red Dead Redemption 2 is officially confirmed and coming next spring. Here's everything we've heard about the game so far, including where and when it's set. A new video gave us our first look at gameplay, including exploration, melee combat, gunfights, and resource management.
Will ‘Red Dead Online’ release this week or will it be delayed?
Fans have been waiting impatiently for the release of Red Dead Redemption 2's online multiplayer mode, called Red Dead Online, which is supposed to be opening in beta mode in November. However, some are skeptical of whether the multiplayer mode will actually be made available this month.
‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ outdraws its predecessor, ships 17M copies
Hot on the heels of posting the most successful opening weekend in entertainment history, Red Dead Redemption 2 has hit another milestone. In a mere eight days, RDR2 surpassed lifetime sales of the original and has already moved more than 17 million copies. That's a whole lot of cowboys, baby.
‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ gallops to record-setting $725 million opening weekend
We knew Rockstar Games' Red Dead Redemption 2 would sell well, but the Western epic has broken the opening weekend sales record not just for games, but across all entertainment. RDR2 grossed $725 million in its first three days and set numerous records on the PlayStation Store.
‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ rumored to be heading to PC
Rumors suggest that the popular Red Dead Redemption 2 game from Rockstar Games could be coming to the PC. Code found in the game's companion app makes reference to a PC version of the game and PC-like graphical settings, giving gamers hope that this hit will be released on PC as well as console.
‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ app leaks details on ‘Red Dead Online,’ Rockstar Editor
The Red Dead Redemption 2 companion app's code leaked Red Dead Online details and the pending arrival of the Rockstar Editor. Red Dead Online, which is set to launch a public beta in November, will have adversary modes, private sessions, and seamless PvE, though their implementations remain unclear.
‘Red Dead Redemption’ remains a Western frontier that’s worth saddling up for
We traveled back in time to see if Red Dead Redemption still has the same magic it had when it first came out in 2010. We may have found a few tumbleweeds but John Marston’s story is still so good that it left behind a big set of cowboy boots for Red Dead Redemption 2 to fill.
Why are game studios run like sweat shops? The human toll of ‘crunch time’
Crunch has a long history in game development, but after recent revelations of 100-hour work weeks in Red Dead Redemption 2’s development, we spoke with a number of developers about what it’s like to work in crunch culture in the game industry.
You can preload ‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ soon, and you definitely should
Red Dead Redemption 2's launch is quickly approaching. If you're planning on buying a digital version, you should keep in mind that the file size is roughly 90GB. Thankfully, you can preload the game starting October 19, a necessary thing if you want to play right when the game launches.
Grab a comfy saddle — ‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ campaign clocks in at 60 hours
According to Rockstar Games co-founder and head writer Dan Houser, Red Dead Redemption 2 features a 60-hour story. Houser said "superfluous" content was removed from the game. RDR 2 has a staggering 300,000 unique animations and 500,000 lines voiced by 700 different actors.
‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ online mode gallops into open beta in November
Red Dead Redemption 2's online mode, dubbed Red Dead Online, won't be available when the game launches October 26, but you won't have to wait long. Red Dead Online, which takes cues from Grand Theft Auto Online, enters open beta in November. The online mode will be free for those who own the game.
‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ suffers another delay, launches October 26
Rockstar's highly anticipated Red Dead Redemption 2 has been pushed from its spring 2018 launch window to October 26.
‘GTA Online: Smuggler’s Run’ gives a nod toward a classic Rockstar game
Arriving Tuesday, Smuggler's Run takes to the skies above Lost Santos and Blaine County with a new range of planes, choppers, and more.
‘Grand Theft Auto V’ mod makes lighting and weather look like real life
The popular Grand Theft Auto V mod NaturalVision has been overhauled to make some of the game's graphical effects look even more realistic.
A stuntman’s résumé may have revealed that Rockstar is working on ‘Grand Theft Auto 6’
Grand Theft Auto 6 could be in a more advanced state of development than expected, if actor and stuntman Tim Neff's resume is to be believed.
‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ delay announcement is paired with a few screenshots
Red Dead Redemption 2 has been hit with a delay. What was once 2017's most anticipated game has been pushed back into next year.