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Red Dead Online November Update Brings Double Rewards for Traders and Thanksgiving Bonuses

A whole lot of goodies, gifts and bonuses are hitting Red Dead Online for the Thanksgiving season, with special attention being paid to the Trader role.


Man holding a rifle
The past few months have been good for the Red Dead franchise as a whole.

Red Dead Online‘s November update is transforming the frontier into a bustling hub of commerce, focusing specifically on Traders. As the winter chill approaches, Rockstar Games is giving Traders a leg up, but everyone is also eating good for the rest of the month. Red Dead Online players can look forward to rewards, bonuses, and exclusive items that celebrate the spirit of abundance and gratitude.

First things first, the Traders – every perfect carcass, pelt, skin, and hide contributed to their business will yield twice the usual Trader Materials for this month. Additionally, all Trader Sales will also generate double the normal RDO$, XP, and Role XP, providing a significant boost to both wallets and experience.

The Trade Route Free Roam Event takes center stage this month, offering triple the RDO$ and XP for those who can successfully defend a train full of valuable goods from bandits. Players who participate in this event before December 2 will be rewarded by a pair of Rexroad Boots, adding a touch of frontier style to their wardrobe.

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Red Dead Online continues to receive monthly updates despite effectively being retired by Rockstar Games.

The spirit of cooperation is also strong this month, with a 50% bonus on RDO$ and XP for those who team up in a Posse for Free Roam Events and Missions. As Thanksgiving approaches, Red Dead Online is pulling out all the stops to celebrate. Players who log in during Thanksgiving week (November 26 – December 2) will receive the West Elizabeth Bandana as a token of appreciation.

In keeping with holiday traditions, the game is offering a tenfold increase in RDO$ to sell turkeys to the Butcher, with complimentary drinks at saloons (to deal with those family gatherings, no doubt) and free food provisions throughout the holiday week to match.

The Featured Series this month also promises players intense action with a robust lineup of Showdown modes. Players can earn double Ability Card XP and Gold, making it an excellent opportunity to level up and pad their coffers. The series runs until December 2, with each week showcasing a different theme. Winners in the Featured Series will be rewarded with the stylish Dunster Shirt.

Fashion-forward players will be delighted by the return of Limited-Time Clothing items. Until December 2, players pay the Tailors or peruse the Wheeler, Rawson & Co. Catalogue to acquire coveted items such as The Danube Outfit, The Tasman Outfit, Gator Hat, Patterned Bandana, and many more. This is the perfect chance to refresh wardrobes with some of the frontier’s most sought-after styles.

The game is also offering a series of weekly and monthly rewards to keep players engaged. Traders who log in will receive 20 Small Game Arrows and 3 Potent Miracle Tonics, available until December 2. Setting up a Persistent Posse is free for the entire month, encouraging players to band together. Completing specific tasks, such as reaching Plentiful Material Status in the Trader Camp or crafting an item at the Campfire, will unlock unique items like the Fake Beard and Goldwing Spurs.

Four men with fashionable Western outfits.
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Each week brings new challenges and rewards. From November 5-11, completing a Trader Sale will earn players the Faucheux Gloves. The following week, November 12-18, players who complete their Trader Daily Challenges for three consecutive days will receive the Clovelly Pants. Another Trader Sale between November 19-25 unlocks the Pittman Shirt. The final week, November 26 – December 2, challenges players to either rank up five times or reach Rank 20 as a Trader to earn the Amador Hat.

As a grand finale, players who complete all four weekly incentives will be rewarded with the New Threads Emote.

Discounts

40% off

  • Novice and Promising Trader Role Items
  • Camp Flags and Themes
  • Bandanas, Gloves, and Coats.
  • Rifles and Rifle Style Customization

30% off

  • Kladruber Horses
  • Missouri Fox Trotter Horses
  • Hunting Wagon

5% off

  • Butcher’s Table

Speaking of Red Dead, Red Dead Redemption is finally out now on PC and it’s getting rave reviews. Unfortunately, the rumors that a PS5 port of Red Dead Redemption 2 isn’t true.


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Ray Ampoloquio
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Ray is a lifelong gamer with a nose for keeping up with the latest news in and out of the gaming industry. When he's not reading, writing, editing, and playing video games, he builds and repairs computers in his spare time.