Tag: Rockstar Games
Poll Are You Enjoying Red Dead Online So Far?
Do you think RDR2's multiplayer mode has delivered?
Red Dead Online released this week, providing Red Dead Redemption 2 fans with a reason to return to the Wild West. The mode, which is surprisingly story-heavy, sees you create a character and get to work in the critically acclaimed title’s enormous open world. You can form posses, complete...
News Red Dead Redemption 2 Leak Leads to £1 Million Settlement
Take-Two directs payment to charity
Remind us to never, ever get on the wrong side of Rockstar and parent company Take-Two. UK-based website Trusted Reviews has pulled an article from earlier in the year that included unannounced Red Dead Redemption 2 details – and it’s stumped up an eye-watering £1 million (~$1.3 million) in order to settle...
Review Red Dead Redemption 2 - Rockstar's Best Ever Game
Dutch courage
It's almost hard to believe that the first Red Dead Redemption released more than eight years ago. Rockstar Games achieved something quite special with the gritty tale of John Marston, delivering an open world title that was ahead of its time. The genre's come a long way since, but with Red Dead Redemption 2 -- a prequel, despite the...
News Red Dead Redemption 2 Will Have a Day One Patch, As You'd Expect
Snake in my boots
Set aside some time before booting up Red Dead Redemption 2 this week, as in addition to installing the title’s multiple Blu-ray discs, you’ll also need to download a day one patch. “As is common for a game of this size and scope, there will be a downloadable title update addressing a number of last minute tweaks, bugs, and...
News Is This Our First Look at Red Dead Redemption 2's Dual Discs?
Install or nothing
We’re not entirely sure why Rockstar hasn’t just come out and told everyone that Red Dead Redemption 2 will ship on two Blu-ray discs, but here’s what appears to be our first look at the title’s dual set-up. The photos come courtesy of a Canadian YouTuber and seem to be legit, but you never know in this day and age –...
News Smaller Game Stores May Not Be Able to Sell Red Dead Redemption 2 Until November
Supply issues, apparently
Imagine being an independent retailer, banking on this year’s biggest game making up a chunk of your end of year earnings, only to be told that you won’t receive stock until November. That’s the dilemma staring a bunch of small US shop owners in the face, as a supply issue means they won’t get copies of Red Dead...
News Rockstar Employees Rally Around Company After Crunch Concerns
Staff irritated by accusations
Earlier this week, an interview with Rockstar co-founder Sam Houser sent shockwaves through the industry, as he appeared to suggest that the studio had been working 100 hour weeks in order to get Red Dead Redemption 2 out of the door. This, he later clarified, was not entirely the
News Red Dead Redemption 2 PS4 Reviews Will Run Next Week
Straight to the Wild, Wild West
According to Metacritic, reviews for Red Dead Redemption 2 will run from 4AM PDT on 25th October. That’s a day before Rockstar’s hotly anticipated Western is scheduled to release. The title – which is set before the events of John Marston’s adventure on the PlayStation 3 – has been eight years in the making,...
News Rockstar Worked 100 Hour Weeks to Get Red Dead Redemption 2 Done
Life on Marston
Ever wondered what it takes to get a game like Red Dead Redemption 2 finished? According to Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser, it’s a lot of hard work. The company, infamous for its extended periods of crunch, was working “100 hour weeks” multiple times in 2018 in order to get the Spaghetti Western out of the door. That...
News We Really Want These Bully 2 Rumours to Be True
But realistically there's not much to go on
Boarding school adventure Bully is not-so secretly Rockstar’s best game, and there’s some speculation that a sequel could be on the way. Rockstar Intel reports that seven casting calls have been released for a “new unannounced video game title with a leading UK games developer, shooting at Pinewood...
News Red Dead Redemption 2's PS4 Trophies Will Force You Online
Plenty of multiplayer required for Platinum
Red Dead Redemption 2’s full Trophy list has leaked – and we hope you like multiplayer trinkets, because there are a lot of them. While we’re going to refrain from incurring Rockstar’s wrath by republishing the full list here, you can view them through here. There are obviously some very mild...
News Red Dead Redemption 2 Timed Exclusive PS4 Content Revealed
It's f**king nothing.gif
Sony’s got the marketing deal for Red Dead Redemption 2, which means timed exclusive trinkets for PlayStation 4 owners. As expected, the additional content isn’t really worth shouting about, so if you happen to be an Xbox player reading a PlayStation website, then we wouldn’t worry too much about the extras. Here’s...
News Select Red Dead Online Content to Be Timed Exclusive on PS4
Go West
Sony’s signed a marketing partnership with Rockstar Games for Red Dead Redemption 2, and it’s locked up timed exclusive Red Dead Online content as a result. Confirmed once again on the back of the recently announced PS4 Pro
News Red Dead Redemption 2 Will Require 105GB of Storage Space
Yeehawww
Phew! You’re going to need a big ol’ hard drive in order to play Red Dead Redemption 2, as the hotly anticipated Western will require 105GB minimum. The tidbit is listed in small-print on the back of the recently announced PS4 Pro bundle’s box art; we assume that the additional data will be downloaded once you’ve installed the...
News Red Dead Online Rolls Out in November 2018 as Public Beta
Rockstar hoping community can help fix teething problems
Much like Grand Theft Auto V in 2013, the online component for Red Dead Redemption 2 will roll out shortly after the main game deploys on 26th October. Scheduled to release in November 2018 as a public beta, Rockstar Games is promising “a new online connected experience set against the...
News Red Dead Redemption 2 PS4 Previews Appear to Be Incoming
Go West
The next issue of Official PlayStation Magazine will feature a hands on preview for Red Dead Redemption 2, meaning that we’re just about a month away from learning more about how Rockstar’s latest plays. The label did showcase the first gameplay from the hotly anticipated Western earlier this month, but now it looks like it’s about to...
News Red Dead Redemption 2's New Trailer Captured on PS4 Pro
Looking slick on Sony's supercharged system
Red Dead Redemption 2’s new gameplay trailer looks absolutely wild, and it’s been captured entirely from in-game footage on the PlayStation 4 Pro. Many of you may have assumed as much by looking at the button prompts in the video, but Rockstar Games has now confirmed
Guide What Time Will Red Dead Redemption 2's Gameplay Trailer Go Live?
And where can you watch it?
Yeehawww, sharpshooters – it’s Red Dead Redemption 2 day. Right on time, Rockstar has confirmed that we’ll be getting our first glimpse at the hotly anticipated open world title’s gameplay today, but you may be wondering what time it’ll go online, right? Fortunately, we’ve got you covered – here’s when and...
News Red Dead Redemption 2 Will Redefine the Industry, Reckons Take-Two
Yeehawww
We’re so close to Red Dead Redemption 2 now that you can almost smell the scent of smoking six-shooters in the air, but it’s also so near that we’re wondering whether Rockstar can live up to outrageous expectations. With its previous games, the company’s consistently raised the bar for sandbox stories, and we’re curious whether...
News Does This Red Dead Redemption 2 Loot Crate Hint at Incoming News?
Yeehawww
We got a nice surprise in the mail this morning: a sizeable Red Dead Redemption 2 loot crate from Rockstar Games. While the package doesn’t contain any new information on the upcoming PlayStation 4 game itself, it does include some various pieces of merchandise, including a mug, t-shirt, and a couple of decals. Now we’re probably...
Guide When Does the New Red Dead Redemption 2 Trailer Release?
Where to watch the new RDR2 trailer
Rockstar is readying a new Red Dead Redemption 2 trailer, but you may be wondering when and where you’ll be able to watch it. Fortunately, we’re willing to lend a helping hand to you Western fans by sharing everything you need to know. When will the new Red Dead Redemption 2 trailer release?: The new Red...
News Grand Theft Auto V: Premium Edition Spotted for PS4
What is it?
Grand Theft Auto V: Premium Edition appears to be a product in the pipeline – well, assuming a listing spotted on Amazon Germany is accurate. No other details are included on the page, but speculation is already ripe regarding what it could contain. The package has a 23rd March release date attached which certainly seems legit to us...
News Grand Theft Auto V Is Getting Closer to the 100 Million Units Milestone
Shipped 15 million units in 2017
Grand Theft Auto V has now shipped a mind-melting 90 million units worldwide, meaning that it added a dizzying 15 million units to its tally in 2017 alone. This means that it comfortably outsold many of last year’s big new releases, despite the open world title first deploying in 2013. It’s a staggering result...
News Red Dead Redemption 2 Will Likely Be Rife with Microtransactions
Take-Two aiming to add additional purchases to all its games
You know how we all complain about microtransactions on forums and social media? Take-Two (the company that controls labels like Rockstar and 2K) literally doesn’t give a crap, as it’s cashing in big time on titles like Grand Theft Auto Online and NBA 2K18. In fact, “recurrent...
News Have a Gander at L.A. Noire Running in 4K on PS4 Pro
Looking killer?
Crime drama L.A. Noire will make its grand comeback on the PlayStation 4 next month, and to build a little enthusiasm, publisher Rockstar Games has released a new trailer of the title running in 4K on the PS4 Pro. To be honest, despite the significant bump in resolution, this game is still looking very much like it belongs in the...
News Rockstars Doubles Down on Single Player Games
Despite the success of Grand Theft Auto Online
Grand Theft Auto Online, the multiplayer portion of Grand Theft Auto V, has been an unrivalled success story for Rockstar Games – but with triumph comes cause for concern. Many are worried that, beyond Red Dead Redemption II, the company – which is renowned for its story telling and sprawling single...
News Two More Grand Theft Auto Games Are Coming to PS4
And more Max Payne on the way
Why is Rockstar the only publisher porting its PS2 Classics to the PlayStation 4? Clearly there’s money to be made with this initiative, and Sony should be trying much harder to encourage more companies to hop aboard. For now, though, we’re going to have to make do with Rockstar’s wares: Grand Theft Auto: Liberty...
Feature 6 Things to Look for in Red Dead Redemption 2's Story Trailer
Wild
Red Dead Redemption 2’s new story trailer is out, and it’s a bit of a humdinger. In it we get our first look at protagonist Arthur Morgan, a mercenary member of the Van der Linde gang. We thought it’d be fun to run through the trailer and pick out some bits you may have missed, so let’s get stuck right in, shall we? It’s a prequel:...
Guide When Does the New Red Dead Redemption 2 Trailer Go Live?
And where can you watch it?
A new Red Dead Redemption 2 trailer will air today, and you’re probably wondering when and where you should start tapping F5, right? Well, good news – we’re going to answer all of your RDR2 questions, including where you can watch the new trailer and when. When does the new Red Dead Redemption 2 trailer go live?:...
News Grand Theft Auto V Is The Best-Selling Game of All Time
In the US, anyway
Grand Theft Auto V is the best-selling game of all time, according to American sales tracking organisation NPD. Now there are some caveats here: this only applies to the United States, so there may be titles that have historically performed better – though it’s perhaps worth noting that Rockstar’s opus finished second in...
News Four Years After Launch, Grand Theft Auto Online Just Had Its Best Quarter
Gangster's paradise
Grand Theft Auto Online enjoyed its best ever quarter in the period spanning 1st April to 30th June – despite the game being almost four years old. Take-Two confirmed the tidbit during an earnings call earlier today, where it revealed that the mode smashed “sales expectations and was the single largest contributor to...
News Is Rockstar About to Bring Midnight Club Back?
Leaked images apparently appear
This is an unexpected rumour to say the least. It would appear that Rockstar has taken a break from counting Grand Theft Auto Online’s profits in order to make something new, as rumours are swirling regarding a new Midnight Club title. The nature of the game is unknown at this time, but images on an Xbox Live server...
News Red Dead Redemption 2 Delayed Until Spring 2018
New screenshots released
As anticipated, Red Dead Redemption 2 is hanging up its hat and returning to the saloon until Spring 2018 on the PlayStation 4. The game – which was originally scheduled to release later this year – is continuing a Rockstar Games tradition of enduring at least one delay. Realistically, don’t expect to be playing this...
News Push Square to Doubt These L.A. Noire PS4 Remaster Rumours
WTF?
There are rumours that Rockstar's readying a remaster of… Well, er, L.A. Noire. It all started with a notorious Grand Theft Auto fansite contributor, who claimed that Team Bondi's crime drama was coming to the Nintendo Switch of all systems. Then another Twitter source – with less than 1,000 followers, we'll note
News Red Dead Redemption 2 Promotional Materials Arrive at Retail
Are you ready?
Looks like Rockstar's readying itself for a big year, as retailers in the UK at least have started to receive Red Dead Redemption 2 promotional materials. The game – which is due out later this year, and will be advertised in conjunction with the PlayStation 4 – was announced several month
News Grand Theft Auto V Has Sold an Astonishing 6 Million Units in the UK
Houser 'bout that, then?
Holy moly! Grand Theft Auto V has just smashed the six million units milestone in the UK alone, and that staggering statistic doesn't take into account digital sales. Chart-Track revealed the milestone as part of today's UK sales charts update, noting that the title first launched on 17th September 2013. That means that it's...
Push Scare Why Red Dead Redemption's Undead Nightmare DLC Is Perfect for Hallowe'en
Dead but not buried
Republished on Monday, 31st October 2016: We're bringing this article back from the archives to celebrate Hallowe'en today. The original text follows. Originally published on Wednesday, 29th October 2014: It's no secret that I hate horror. I don't read horror, I don't watch horror, and I certainly don't play horror. I'm not...
Feature What We Want from Red Dead Redemption 2 on PS4
Go West
Red Dead Redemption 2 will saddle up and ride to the PlayStation 4 next Christmas, but what do we want from Rockstar's long-awaited Western? In this article, we consider some tweaks that the label could make to improve upon its PlayStation 3 predecessor, and also we fantasise over some features that we'd like to find their way into the game...
News Rockstar Could Be at PlayStation Meeting, But This Isn't Proof
Don't believe everything you read
Oh dear, the Internet loves a good unsubstantiated rumour, eh? Our inbox exploded earlier today after so-called "industry insider" Tidux posted a cryptic tweet with a couple of emojis, suggesting that Rockstar may make an appearance at next month's PlayStation Meeting press conference. Despite somehow earning...
News Red Dead Redemption 2 for PS4 May Be Right Around the Corner
Rockstar reveal incoming soon
Who's ready to go west? We're not going to lie to you: we were born ready. And after a torturous wait which seems to have dragged on for almost as long as a black and white Western movie, it looks like Rockstar may be finally ready to announce Red Dead Redemption 2 for the PlayStation 4. Well, almost. As part of its...
Video Has Manhunt Come Dressed to Kill on PS4?
Making a murderer
One of the most controversial games of the PlayStation 2 era slipped a noose around the neck of the PlayStation 4 recently, and we figured that it was worth checking out. Manhunt is the latest title to be spruced up for Sony's new-gen system, with Trophies and 1080p visuals added to the very bloody broth. But is it worth replaying...
News Rockstar Games to Reveal Exciting Future Projects Soon
Red dead?
Could we get a glimpse of Red Dead Redemption 2 at this year's E3? It's still one of this author's big predictions for next month's show, and while label Rockstar Games is remaining quiet, publishing overlord Take Two has hinted that we may hear more soon. Indeed, speaking as part of the firm's latest round of financial results, CEO...
News Here's the Map from Red Dead Redemption's PS4 Sequel
Apparently
Well. Earlier this week, there was a comical NeoGAF thread in which a poster claimed to have obtained the map from Red Dead Redemption 2. As is ever the case on the prolific message board, drama ensued, and the image was eventually removed. It didn't smell like a fake to us, but given the distinct lack of information, we passed on...
Video Does Bully Still Rule the School on PS4?
We don't need no education
Rockstar stealth released Bully, the legendary PlayStation 2 boarding school simulator, on the PlayStation 4 this week – and we've squeezed into our old uniform in order to put it through its paces. This port packs upgraded visuals and full Trophy support – but beware: the controls haven't exactly aged gracefully.
News Is This Another Hint We May See Red Dead Redemption 2 on PS4 Soon?
Cotton-eyed hope so
We'll probably all scream yee-haw when Red Dead Redemption 2 is announced – after all, the game's been in development since before the days that people spoke with exaggerated twangs and the main form of traversal was on horseback. A leaked Linked In profile has raised hopes for the title's imminent release, as a Rockstar...
News Rockstar Classics Bully and Manhunt Stealth Release on PS4
Back to school
This is a pleasant surprise: legendary Rockstar releases Bully and Manhunt are available, er, now on the European PlayStation Store. The former – one of this author's favourite PlayStation 2 games – is even packing a Platinum Trophy, as per Exophase. There's no wor
News Lowriders: Custom Classics Update Bounces into GTA Online Today
Adds three new cars and Sumo adversary mode
Grand Theft Auto Online, despite being over two years old, is still getting regular free updates, and this month isn't any different – the Lowriders: Custom Classics update adds plenty of new content to Rockstar's online world, including new cars, clothes, weapons, and a new mode. The all-new...
News Will Red Dead Redemption 2 Be Announced at E3 2016?
BioShock? Borderlands? Take Two's going big
Take Two, the company in charge of 2K Games and Rockstar, has hinted that it will appear at E3 2016 in a "big way". Strauss Zelnick, the organisation's head honcho, teased the tidbit in the latest issue of MCV, stopping short of revealing which titles it will have on display. It currently has three games...
News Grand Theft Auto Veteran Exits Rockstar North
Leslie Benzies departs Scottish studio
Rockstar North, the uber-secretive Edinburgh-based developer behind the Grand Theft Auto franchise, is going through a bit of a shake-up at the minute. Leslie Benzies, one of the key figures behind the aforementioned sandbox series, has departed the company after over 15 years of service. He originally...
Rumour Could Max Payne Dive onto PS4?
It's about (bullet) time
After re-releasing eight PlayStation 2 games on the PlayStation 4 last week, it seems that Sony isn't going to stop digging up old classics and giving them a new lease of life. On the ESRB website, it appears that Remedy's excellent shooter Max Payne could be one of those games being brought to the platform, with R
