Red Dead Redemption
Red Dead Redemption is an epic Western action-adventure game series set in the declining days of the American frontier, following outlaws struggling to survive in a changing world.
Category
Game
Release Year
2010
Origin
USA
Tags
westernopen worldaction-adventureoutlawfrontierhorsesgunfightsstory-drivenRockstarmature
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Red Dead Redemption
Aliases
Not specified
Type
video_game
Release Year
2010
Status
Unknown
Origin
United States
Region
Not specified
Creation Information
Creator
Rockstar Games (Dan Houser, Sam Houser, Leslie Benzies)
Publisher
Rockstar Games, Take-Two Interactive
Original Work
video_game
Genre
western, open world, action-adventure, outlaw, frontier, horses, gunfights, story-driven, Rockstar, mature
Content Information
Synopsis
Red Dead Redemption is an epic Western action-adventure game series set in the declining days of the American frontier, following outlaws struggling to survive in a changing world.
Main Characters
Not specified
Setting
Not specified
Themes
Redemption and morality, Loyalty vs. betrayal, Civilization vs. wilderness, Family bonds, Consequences of violence
Target Audience
Not specified
Media Forms
Video Games
platforms:PlayStation,Xbox,PC,Nintendo Switch (RDR1)
main Games:Red Dead Redemption (2010), Red Dead Redemption 2 (2018)
online Mode:Red Dead Online multiplayer experience
Merchandise
collectibles:Collector's editions, art books, soundtracks, clothing
partnerships:Western wear collaborations, collectible figures
Commercial Information
Game Sales
Over 50 million copies sold across both games
Revenue
Multi-billion dollar franchise for Take-Two Interactive
Merchandising
Collector's editions, art books, clothing, accessories
Licensing
Limited licensing for merchandise and collectibles
Economic Impact
Major revenue driver for Rockstar and Take-Two
Market Reach
Global release across all major gaming markets
Business Model
Premium game sales, DLC, microtransactions in Red Dead Online
Fan Culture
Fandom
Open-world gamers, Western enthusiasts, story-driven game fans
Community Size
Massive global community with millions of players
Fan Creations
Fan art, photography mode creations, roleplay communities, mods
Conventions
Featured at gaming conventions and Rockstar events
Online Communities
Active on Reddit, Discord, official forums, social media
Cultural Impact
Influenced Western media representation, elevated gaming as storytelling medium
Historical Development
Creation
2010 - Red Dead Redemption releases to critical acclaim
Key Milestones
2004: Red Dead Revolver (spiritual predecessor), 2010: Red Dead Redemption releases, becomes instant classic, 2010-2012: DLC releases including Undead Nightmare, 2018: Red Dead Redemption 2 releases as prequel, 2019: Red Dead Online launches as standalone, 2021: Red Dead Redemption 2 next-gen versions, 2023: Red Dead Redemption remaster for modern platforms
Evolution
From single Western game to acclaimed franchise
Legacy
Considered among greatest video games ever made
Related Links
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