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I guess the question is, what do you expect to get out of the PC version that you couldn't get out of the console version that is worth it to you to buy it again on PC? There are obvious graphic advantages and the ability to mod if they allow it. Hacking will be a problem as it is for many online games on PC but for PC players, this shouldn't be a shock. You're not even making a case for the purchase of RDR2 on PC so I'm having a hard time understanding why it's even a dilemma for you to be honest.

We simply don't have all the details yet. This is essentially all we know at this point:

Well, your request is a lilltle premature as the game hasn't even came out yet and information is a little scarce right now. However, I expect we will hear more in the weeks and days to come. This is essentially what we know so far:

I would make sure to report it to R* Support. If you have video / screen capture evidence you could submit, that would be a big plus. https://support.rockstargames.com/categories/115001624507?redirect_lang=en_us&_ga=2.161928757.885406115.1570903274-1149552698.1570903274

We've got other active threads on the same topic. I'm going to merge all into one in the Troubleshooting sub forum.....

Hi @edit_au and welcome.

I think it was actually referred to as "early access content" or something along those lines.

I don't have a solution for you but my suggestions would be to continue to follow up with R* Support. Continue to proceed with their troubleshooting suggestions but be persistent and don't let them close the ticket if your issue remains unresolved.

No one really knows but if they have the same plans for PC as they do with console, then the answer is likely no. .....for now at least. On console at least they have expressed a desire to focus on one game world for all. That's not to say that they will never change their minds but even in recent discussions, this still seems to be R*'s vision. .....at least on console. I just don't imagine that changing for PC unless they feel differences in the platforms warrant it or perhaps they are looking to go that route across the board. .......but who knows. We can speculate all day about it.

There is (or was) literally a "Character Transfer" option in the Online menu in GTAV that allows you to do just that through the R* Social Club. ....at least they did. I honestly don't recall if that option is still available though as I do remember hearing info they were going to be cutting it off at some point.

Well, there is typically no intended "end game" in these types of titles. It's all about content to help keep them thriving. A lot of people hate MTXs but without them, the games would not exist past a certain point. .......but that's never a sure thing either because without good, continual content to maintain an attractive product, players won't stick around. In R* games like GTAO and especially RDO, they are supposed to be environments where players interact and continue to develop / grow their characters. GTAO has been running for 6 years now is one of the most (if not the most) successful GaaS model in the industry. There are no signs of it ending anytime soon so obviously, people still feel attracted to the game and what it continues to offer. In a recent interview with R*, they discussed the future of RDO and it's content. We can look forward to expansion of the existing roles including new ones. As for what to spend your money on, they are looking at introducing things like properties, businesses, etc. Heists are good possibilities as well. I can see a lot of these things intermingling but also as brand new seperate opportunities. There is no "end game" in RDO. People play because they enjoy the gameplay experience. As long as folks have a reason to stick with or keep coming back to RDO, they will. R* is clever in that respect as they typically offer new incentives to people in the form of weekly bonuses, daily challenges, etc. .....and with the new roles, we are now seeing weekly bounties, collectables, etc. ....a page from the GTAO playbook. ....and remember, new content is always added so the gameworld simply keeps expanding. RDO will be very different in a year than it is right now. It will feel much more robust as it does now by comparison to when it released.

Most definitely. They said as much in a recent interview regarding expansion of roles and the introduction of new ones .....also properties, etc.

Well, I think it will be a while after PS5's release before we begin to feel these latest PS4 games feel that dated. It will take time for the new titles designed to take advantage of PS5s features come to market. I also notice how games tend to take a while to "ramp up" in terms of quality after a while compared to earlier titles on the same console. It seems to take some time before games arrive that really take advantage of the new hardware. In other words, I don't expect it to be an instant shock as you might compare PS3 titles to PS4 right now if you get what I mean. It will take at least a little while before we get there IMO / IME. Also, without a replacement for games like RDR2 on PS5, it will still remain relevant to me until there is.

My history is nearly identical to yours with the advent of PC's popularity during the 80's. Before that was consoles of the time and arcades. ......many, many arcades. My reasons for switching to the PS3 was the same. .....tired of the bi-yearly upgrades, etc. It's nice to be able to plop down on the couch with a controller, turn on the big screen and start gaming. Actually, there are quite a few AAA titles coming next year being developed for the current gen consoles. Among them are titles like The Last of Us II, Watch Dogs: Legion and Cyberpunk 2077. The thing is, I think the backward compatibility of the PS5 will also help as PS4 games (including those currently being developed) will be playable on the new console when it arrives at the end of 2020. ....and btw, the 3 I listed are also games that can be played solo (2 of them possibly with only that option). Solo isn't as dead as some of the media had thought IMO and some of those companies / franchises that bought into obviously realized their mistake when they tried to cut those elements out of their games. Obviously some PvP-only games will still be wildly successful regardless but I believe some interpret that as evidence that MP-only is the wave of the future. .....not in all cases IMO and I think the decisions by some large AAA developers who have strayed but came back to SP is telling. I think there is a strong presence in the gaming community that enjoys single player and cooperative play more than some realize. One case in point is CoD: MW. ....not only did they come back strong with a commitment to a campaign worthy of the name, but they also decided to ditch the zombie mode to focus on a more robust coop mode that they plan to support in the coming years. Yeah..... I can't wait to hear more details on the PS5. I'm also ecstatic that I'll be able to continue to play my PS4 titles on it as well.

There's even people that cheat and find / use exploits on console. My point is that people will always find ways. I know PC can be much worse in this respect as games tend to be much more vulnerable to hacks, etc. All I can say is that R* is just barely releasing even some of the more basic details about the game at this point so everyone is still waiting for more information. I'm sure hacking is something they are well aware of and (hopefully) will address concerns before release.

I'm not saying no exclusives for PC. .....just confirming some of those were early release for PS4 owners that were later made available to XB1. I just don't know off hand if everything they listed was in the console versions.

Yeah, some of this stuff was PS4 exclusives but then released for XB1 later if I'm not mistaken. Not entirely sure about all of it though. Maybe someone else can answer that question.

The only new details I have seen was the following they ust announced today regarding system requirements, some additions to PC, etc.: I'll wager we hear much more in the coming days / weeks before release though. I'll be posting anything coming over the R* Newswire in this forum when available.

Hi @gsamson24 and welcome to the site.

Hi @Peaky Blinders and welcome to the site. No, R* does not have an official forum. However, RDR2.org is a fan site with a great community that is more than willing to help with your issue if they can. I would recommend reading through and/or posting your problem in our Technical sub forum here: https://www.rdr2.org/forums/forum/25-troubleshooting-technical-issues/ Even if someone doesn't have the answer to your problem you can sometimes get feedback on their experiences with R* Support, see if your issue is shared by others and even get news if others already received an answer. To submit a trouble ticket with R* Support, use the link below. Their responses are usually within 24 in my own experience but I think they ask that you allow 48: https://support.rockstargames.com/categories/115001624507?redirect_lang=en_us&_ga=2.180246436.1450387685.1570648032-2004644403.1570648032 If you simply want to submit feedback /ideas (more like a suggestion box), they have a special website set up for that here: https://www.rockstargames.com/reddeadonline/feedback?step=decd9bdb Hope that helps and I hope you consider sticking around to browse and perhaps share / contribute some of your own experience, ideas, etc.

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.......as for it being "worth it", that's really a personal decision based on your own playstyle and needs. I rarely use fast travel in the game so in my case, I never even considered it. I just ride to a local FT spot when needed.

There are not a lot of details right now on the PC release other than the date but I would image we'll be hearing much more in the coming days / weeks.