Red Dead Redemption

by Ethan Khalsa | 8:01 pm 11/07/2010

Platforms: PS3 and XBox 360

Red Dead Redemption is a game set in the Old West of the United States. It is a truly epic game produced by Rockstar, the same company that made the Grand Theft Auto games. The story takes place in an open world sandbox environment, and unlike other recent sandbox games, this one is actually fun.

In Red Dead Redemption you play as a man who is trying to save his family by killing the leader of the gang he use to ride. The world is absolutely beautiful, and, as you ride through it accompanied by the Western sound track, it feels as if you are in an old Clint Eastwood movie.

This is the only truly great Western game that has been made, far out-performing the others in its category. With amazing scenery, engaging missions, and good mechanics, this game is a joy to play.

Red Dead Redemption is one of the best game I have played in years, and definitely the best sandbox game I have ever played. It uses the solid, proven mechanics from Grand Theft Auto IV, moves them into a new and engaging environment, and adds new, intuitive mechanics that make you feel right at home in the old western setting.

There are a few minor errors with a glitch here and there, and the physics aren't always perfect. Fortunately, these defects are far and few between and can usually be easily overlooked.

Ever since I became interested in video games, I've wanted this game, or one almost identical to it, to exist. Rockstar has achieved an incredible feat, and the bottom line is that if you are a fan of Westerns, Grand Theft Auto, or just good video games, this is a must!

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