25 Games To Play If You Have Played Red Dead Redemption 2: Best Games Like RDR 2

Rockstar’s Red Dead Redemption has to be one of the best video games of all time. The visuals, gameplay, and especially the storyline that showcases the life events of Arthur Morgan were simply pure class on their own. We believe that Rockstar Games gave all of their time and efforts in developing this game so it could provide immense fun and joy to the fans.

RDR 2 is a prequel to the first Read Dead game released in 2010 and there’s a huge difference between both games in terms of every aspect. The storyline, graphics, gameplay, etc. are so much better in RDR 2. The development of this game lasted for over eight years until finally gamers could experience it, Players can interact with almost every single NPC in this game, and there are tons of stuff that you could do in this game apart from completing the main quest, such as hunting for legendary animals, theft, fishing, and even becoming a bounty hunter and take on different contracts to earn extra money.

Red Dead Redemption 2 generated over 725 million USD on its opening weekend, and it had the second-biggest launch in the history of entertainment. Since you have clicked on this article, we assume that you’re already a huge Rockstar fan, and today we’ll be providing you with a list of the 15 Best games similar to Red Dead Redemption 2, the games that we’re going to mention on our list today will give you a similar experience like RDR 2 so let us quickly jump on to the first game that we have on our list today.

1. GTA V

We believe you might have assumed that GTA V is going to be on our list today, as this game is also one of the best games developed by Rockstar Studios. Grand Theft Auto V is one of the most popular games in the world as the player base of this game is increasing day by day despite its release back in 2013. Players in this game are given control of 3 playable characters known as Franklin Clinton, Michael De Santa, and Trevor Philips, as they perform different heists in Los Santos together while being under pressure from the corrupt government agency and powerful people.

The gameplay of GTA V is probably the best in the whole franchise as the physics, mechanics, and ragdoll physics were on point plus the driving mechanics were sublime as well. Grand Theft Auto V is the fifteenth installment in the GTA franchise, the development of this game began around the release of GTA IV, and like RDR 2 players can do tons of different stuff in this game apart from completing the main quests such as side missions, visiting different clothing shops, robbing a store, buying different weapons from ammunition, hang out with other NPCs, and much more.

The visual quality of GTA 5 still holds up pretty well to this date, if you max out all the graphics settings and increase the resolution, the game looks exquisite and so much better. This game has received exceptionally positive reviews from gamers and critics worldwide.

2. Kingdom Come: Deliverance

Next up on our list is Kingdom Come: Deliverance, which is a great action RPG like RDR 2 set in the medieval Kingdom of Bohemia. The storyline of this game takes place during a war in Bohemia way back in 1403 which is during the rule of King Wenceslaus IV. The game lets players control the son of a blacksmith living in Skalitz named Henry.

One fine day on the orders of Hungarian King Sigismund, Skalitz is raided by the Cuman mercenaries, Henry barely manages to survive after seeing his parents die in front of his eyes, he flees to the nearby kingdom for protection and then the game showcases Henry’s journey and struggles from there on. The combat of the game is extremely difficult, and it is almost impossible to take on a lot of enemies alone.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance is filled with realism to its core as the gameplay elements, are super realistic, players also need to take care of hunger, dirt, and even reputation as it is one of the most important elements of the game. If your reputation is low, NPCs won’t be nice to you, there are dialogue options in the game as well which determine the outcome of conversations. The game has received positive reviews from gamers and critics, and we recommend you try this game out for yourself.

3. Assassin’s Creed Unity

Assassin’s Creed Unity, or AC Unity, completely took the AC franchise to a whole new level in terms of both gameplay and visuals. There’s absolutely no doubt in the fact that Assassin’s Creed Rogue was a great game but this game was completely different and better from it, it focused a lot on the parkour elements and I believe that this game has the best parkour mechanics in any games of the Assassin’s Creed franchise.

Players in this game are put in the shoes of Arno Dorian, whose father was killed by Shay Patrick Cormac by the end of AC Rogue, and this game picks up from where Rogue was left. Arno is framed for murder and then put in Prison, later in the game our protagonist is introduced to the Assassin Brotherhood where he swore to protect the secrets of the Brotherhood and then is trained to become an Assassin.

The only problem with AC Unity when it was launched back then was the bugs as it had loads of bugs and glitches back when it was first released, but now those problems have almost been fixed, and gamers can easily enjoy this game on their consoles and PCs.

4. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

Skyrim is the fifth main installment in the Elder Scrolls franchise and since Bethesda has received such negative reviews for its new game “Starfield” we believe that it might be the perfect time to play this game so you could cure the damage that Starfield has done.

This game is set 200 years after the events of the previous entry (Oblivion) and takes place in the northernmost province of Tamriel which is a continent on the planet known as Nirn. Skyrim’s storyline focuses on the player’s character, “the Dragonborn,” who’s on a strenuous quest to defeat the world eater.

Players need to complete different side quests as well to develop their character, the gameplay of this game isn’t as difficult as that of Kingdom Come: Deliverance, however, this game is pretty similar to RDR 2 as players can also interact with almost every single NPC in this game. This game also allows players to marry a woman and have her as their wife, there are numerous women in the game that you can have as your Skyrim wife.

The visual quality of this game is pretty average but not good as compared to Red Dead 2, but hey! you’re getting a good storyline with great gameplay, so we believe graphics shouldn’t matter. This game is considered one of the best games that Bethesda has ever developed, and it is also far better than Starfield in almost all aspects.

5. Mafia II

On the fifth spot, we have Mafia II which is a standalone sequel to the 2002 game “Mafia”. Players in this game are given control of a young Sicilian American mobster and war veteran named Vito Scaletta, who tries to pay back his father’s debts and becomes caught in the power struggle among the city’s criminal families.

The gameplay of this game is in first person perspective and players can roam around freely in the open world environment, Vito can steal vehicles however, police will chase him down. The graphics of Mafia II are pretty impressive and exquisite, especially for a game released in 2010.

Overall, the storyline, gameplay mechanics, and visuals of this game are pretty good, and if you haven’t played this game yet, then you’re missing out on a lot of action-packed gameplay and a great storyline. This was it for this game, and now let us move on to the sixth game we have on our list today.

6. Far Cry 3

Far Cry 3 is my favorite entry in the Far Cry franchise. Do let us know your favorite game from the Far Cry franchise in the comments down below! The game starts with Jason Brody (protagonist) partying with his friends and siblings in Bangkok, Thailand, and then they decide to skydive and unknowingly land on a Pirate island and get themselves kidnapped by the pirate Lord Vaas Montenegro.

Vaas is also considered one of the greatest villains in video game history, he is like the Mafia boss and numerous parts of the island are under his control. Vaas intends to sell Jason and his friends to slavery, later Jason and his brother “Grant” manage to set themselves free and try to get out of the area and save their friends and family without being noticed.

However, they’re spotted, and Grant is shot dead by Vaas, which leads to Jason making a run for his life. He eventually falls into a river and wakes up in a nearby place where he learns that he was rescued by Dennis. Upon waking up, Jason is filled with revenge and swears to save his friends kill Vaas, and take revenge for his brother Grant.

The gameplay of Far Cry 3 is in first person perspective, and players in this game need to unlock different areas of the map, and once all the areas are unlocked, players are free to roam wherever their heart desires. On the other hand, the visual quality of this game is really impressive for the time it was released, you’re missing out on a great storyline and gameplay if you haven’t played Far Cry 3 yet.

7. Elden Ring

Elden Ring lets players control a customizable character who takes on a quest to repair the Elden Ring and claim the title of the new Elden Lord. Like Red Dead Redemption 2, this game also allows players to explore the open world environment fully and use different types of weapons as well. One unique element this game features is the use of magic, yes players can use different sorts of magic to eliminate all the threats.

Checkpoints are available throughout the game’s world that enable fast travel and even allow players to improve the attributes of their character using the in-game currency known as Rune, Elden Ring also features a multiplayer co-op mode where players can play PvP combat against other players from around the world.

The gameplay elements of this game are similar to those of Dark Souls games, and by now, you guys might have speculated that the combat of this game isn’t gonna be easy. Elden Ring features six main areas that players can explore on land or on their horse. Elden Ring’s visual quality is top notch, and PS4 and Xbox One struggle a bit to run this game smoothly. This was it for Eldne Ring, and now let us quickly move on to the next game we have on our list today.

8. Days Gone

Are you into post-apocalyptic games? if yes then you must’ve heard of or even played Days Gone as this game has received an immense amount of popularity over the past couple of years. Set two years in a post-apocalyptic version of Oregon, Days Gone is set two years after the pandemic that turned half of the population into vicious-looking lethal zombies.

Players in this game are given control of a former outlaw-turned-drifter named St. John, who’s on a quest to find his missing wife, whom he assumed was dead. This game is played from a third-person perspective and one feature that games adore about this game is Stealth, yes this element might probably be one of the best elements added into the game as it makes the game 10x more fun.

Different types of firearms, melee weapons, and improvised weapons are featured in this game. The visual quality of this game is really impressive and we highly recommend this game to all the RDR 2 fans as we’re sure that it would not disappoint you.

9. Borderlands 2

Borderlands 2 is an FPS game that takes place five years after the events of the first game released back in 2009, this game is set on a planet named Pandora, and the storyline follows a new group of vault hunters who must ally with the Crimson Raiders (a resistance group made to defeat Handsome Jack made of the civilian survivors and guerrilla fighters).

This game features new characters and new classes as well and after the success of the first game, the developers (Gearbox Software) were able to develop a sequel that became a huge success for the developing company. The gameplay of this game is pretty fun with numerous RPG elements and there are four different classes present in this game, each with unique abilities, the classes are Commando, Siren, Assassin, and Gunzerker.

The visual quality of the Borderlands games has always been impressive, as the comic-style animated graphics look exquisite. Overall, this is one of the best entries in the Borderlands franchise, and we highly recommend every gamer to try this game out for once.

10. Max Payne 3

Numerous gamers worldwide consider Max Payne 3 to be one of the best Third Peron shooter games ever made! This is the third entry in the Max Payne franchise, and players in this game control a former NYPD detective named Max. The storyline of this game takes place nine years after the event of the previous title, where Max finds a job as a private security contractor in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Later in the game, our protagonist becomes stuck in a quest that is filled with death and betrayal. This game also features an online co-op mode that allows up to 16 players to engage in PvP combat. As per our research, Rockstar Games researched around Sao Paulo to capture footage for the developing team, and this shows how seriously the developers had worked on this game.

The visual quality of this game is pretty similar to that of GTA V and this proves that this game has exquisite visuals, Max Payne 3 has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from gamers and critics from all around the world and fans are waiting for a sequel to this game.

11. Mass Effect 3

Next up is the final installment in the Mass Effect trilogy known as Mass Effect 3, this is a futuristic game set in the Milky Way Galaxy in 2186 where the galactic civilization has been invaded by a highly advanced machine race that consists of synthetic organic spaceships known as the Reapers. The game features a human soldier known as Commander Shepherd and his task is to forge alliances between species for the war.

Mass Effect 3 allows players to import a complete saved game from the previous game (Mass Effect 2) and this influences the plot of this game by taking the previous decisions into account. Many of the traditional gameplay elements from the previous entries remain in this game such as cover-based third-person shooting, etc.

The gameplay and visual quality of this game are really well done, and fans loved the game. However, the ending of this game did not receive good reviews, but overall, this game is still played by many gamers worldwide, and we recommend you give this game a try.

12. The Last of Us Part I

Ah finally we have The Last of Us Part 1, if you’re a PC gamer then you need not worry as this game isn’t a PlayStation exclusive anymore. The Last of Us Part 1 showcases a great father-daughter-like relationship between Joel and Ellie, and players in this game are given control of Joel, who’s a smuggler tasked with escorting a teenage girl named Ellie across the post-apocalyptic United States.

Both Joel and Eliie face a lot of hardships on their journey and this game showcases all that, the gameplay of this game is impressive and is often compared to the gameplay of the entries in the Uncharted series.

The visual quality of this game on the other hand is really impressive, however, the PC version of this game has the best visuals as the graphical quality of the PC version has been enhanced for a much better experience. This game has received tons of positive reviews from gamers and critics from all around the world.

13. The Witcher 3

Next up on our list is an action RPG known as The Witcher 3 which is a sequel to Witcher 2: Assassin of Kings that was released back in 2011. Players in this game are given control of a monster slayer known as The Witcher named “Geralt of Rivia” who’s on a quest to find his adopted daughter while running away from the otherworldly Wild Hunt.

The Witcher 3’s development started back in 2011 and Geralt in this game possesses a variety of different weapons such as bombs, crossbow, and two swords, our protagonist can even perform both light and strong attacks. Like Elden Ring, players in The Witcher 3 can even use magic to defeat their enemies.

The visual quality of this game is outstanding, and a remastered version of this game was also released recently, which had better visuals, but the system specs for the remaster were also a bit high. The Witcher 3 is a great choice if you enjoyed Red Dead Redemption 2 as it might provide you guys with a similar experience.

14. The Hunter: Call of The Wild

theHunter provides players with a staggering Hunting experience like no other, this game offers an atmospheric, stunning open-world environment where players can freely hunt down the animal of their choice. This game also features both single-player and multiplayer modes where players can have an immense amount of fun with their friends online.

There are different types of biomes present in this game that players can freely explore, each biome has its unique flora and fauna, and this detail makes the game even more fun to play. The Hunter features complex animal behaviors, dynamic weather events, and full day and night cycles as well.

This game also allows players to select from a wide range of Hunting weapons, ammunition, and equipment that provides a great hunting experience. The Hunter has received extremely positive reviews from gamers and critics from all around the world, and if you’re an RDR 2 fan, then this game should be on your list of games to try next.

15. Far Cry 5

Far Cry 5 is set in Hope County, which is a fictional region in Montana, United States, and is the fifth main installment in the staggering Far Cry franchise, players in this game are given control of an unnamed Junior Deputy sheriff who gets trapped in Hope County and must work alongside the resistance forces to liberate the place once and for all.

The gameplay of this game is pretty similar to that of the previous entry, where players can jump, run, and climb different sorts of objects in first-person perspective. Players can even tame different types of animals, and they’ll be helpful throughout the game.

Far Cry 5’s visual quality, on the other hand, is extremely good, and players might get lost in the exquisite graphics that this game provides. This game has received positive reviews, and RDR 2 fans must try this game out for once.

16. L.A. Noire

On the sixteenth spot, we have L.A. Noire showcases the life events of a cop in the Los Angeles Police Department named Detective Cole Phelps and the events of this game take place in 1947. The main storyline of the game showcases Phelps investigating a morphine distribution ring, and as players progress further into the storyline of the game, they’ll uncover the conspiracies with the prominent people of L.A. involved in it.

Players in this game can choose to roam freely in the open-world environment on foot or in a vehicle. The gameplay of this game is in third-person perspective, and players need to investigate crime scenes and interrogate suspects and other witnesses as well.

L.A. Noire was nominated for many year-end awards, and the visual quality of this game is good for a game released back in 2011. We advise every RDR 2 to try this game out for once, this was it for L.A. Noire and now let us move on to the seventeenth game on our list today.

17. Dying Light 2 Stay Human

If you have been keeping up with the gaming industry news, then you might be aware of the fact that Dying Light 1 was and still is one of the best video games that features parkour elements. This is the sequel to Dying Light, and honestly, this game is a good sequel as it took the parkour elements from the previous game, and made them even better.

This game is set in a post-apocalyptic world, 22 years after the events of the first entry, and players are given control of a new protagonist named Aiden Caldwell who has various parkour skills. Aiden can jump, grab ledges, climb, and perform various cool parkour moves. As per the research done by our team, this game features over 3000 new parkour animations that provide players with a more fluid experience than the previous games.

Players can freely explore the open world environment however, we would advise you to be prepared as many lethal zombies are roaming on the streets and inside the buildings. Dying Light 2 also features tons of different weapons that players can use to eliminate their enemies. Just like in the previous game, the zombies in Dying Light 2 are slow during the daylight, on the other hand, they’re fast and aggressive during nighttime.

The visual quality of this game is really impressive and it has received extremely positive reviews from gamers and critics worldwide, do let us know your thoughts about this game in the comments below.

18. Cyberpunk 2077

On the eighteenth spot, we have Cyberpunk 2077, which is an action RPG set in a dystopian cyberpunk universe where players assume the role of V (a customizable character), a mercenary in a fictional city known as Night City, and The game is played from a first-person perspective where players can roam the open world environment freely.

The gameplay of this game is really good; even tho the game received mixed reviews regarding the gameplay, it still is really impressive and fun. The visual quality on the other hand is astonishing, the game is really fun to play, and we highly recommend every RDR 2 fan to try this game out.

19. Grand Theft Auto IV

So, what do you think the American Dream is? Well, this game will make you experience what it’s like to strive for the American dream! Grand Theft Auto IV or GTA IV features Niko Bellic as the main protagonist of the game who travels to Liberty City (a fictionalized version of New York City) hoping to live a luxurious life as his cousin Roman Bellic told him that he has become a hotshot millionaire after moving to Liberty City.

Upon disembarking, Niko meets his cousin, who takes him back to his old, trashy apartment, where Niko realizes that all the things that his cousin stated in those letters were all lies and that his cousin was no millionaire but a small-time failed cab depot owner. Niko starts working for Roman for a while until both of them get into trouble with some really powerful people in Liberty City, the game then showcases how Niko achieves the American dream and what the cost of having it all was.

The gameplay of this game is super realistic, and GTA 4 has the best physics and driving mechanics among all the games in the Grand Theft Auto franchise. GTA 4’s visual quality is really impressive for a game released back in 2008, this game still, holds up pretty well to today’s standards. Grand Theft Auto IV has received staggering reviews for its gameplay and especially a dark gritty storyline which was amazing, all the RDR 2 fans must try this game out for once.

20. Fallout: New Vegas

On the twentieth spot today, we have Fallout: New Vegas, and this is another action RPG, just like Dying Light 2. This game is also set in a post-apocalyptic open-world environment where players can roam freely. Players in this game are put in the shoes of a character named the Courier, who gets ambushed while transporting a package across the Mojave Desert to the city of New Vegas.

The protagonist gets robbed, shot, and buried down in a cemetery, well seems like a pretty rough start don’t you think? The Courier is then rescued and nursed back to health by the inhabitants of a small frontier town, and from there on, our protagonist begins his journey of finding the one who robbed and shot him.

The gameplay of this game is well done for a game released back in 2010, and the visuals are pretty average. Fallout: New Vegas has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from gamers and critics worldwide, and we highly recommend you try this game out.

21. Ghost of Tsushima

Are you into Samurai games? If yes, then Ghost of Tsushima might be just what you need to cure your boredom as this game will put you in the shoes of a samurai named Jin Sakai, who’s on a quest to protect Tsushima island during the first Mongol invasion in Japan. Like Red Dead Redemption 2, this game also features a huge open-world environment that players can explore freely on foot or horseback.

This game provides players the choice to simply engage in combat using a katana sword owned by the protagonist or take full advantage of the stealth elements that have been featured in the game and become a legendary samurai.

The visual quality of this game is simply awesome, and players can have an immense amount of fun while playing it. Ghost of Tsushima has received tons of great reviews from all around the world.

22. God of War (2018)

God of War will unleash the beast inside you as this game is filled with action to its core however, Unlike Red Dead Redemption 2 this game doesn’t feature an open-world environment but that is okay as the storyline, gameplay and the visuals of this game will keep you hooked.

This game was released in the same year as RDR 2 and both the games were a huge success, it is hard to choose one between these two games as they’re both astonishing. The storyline of this game is loosely inspired by Norse mythology, this is also the first game in the series to feature two protagonists, the first is Kratos and the second is his son Atreus. God of War showcases all the hardships and events that both Kratos and his son go through.

The gameplay of this game is impressive and the game also features tons of quick-time events where players need to react quickly to different kinds of tough situations to get out of them successfully. God of War (2018) has received astonishing reviews from gamers and critics worldwide and we’re sure that you’re going to get hooked to this game as well.

23. Marvel’s Spider-Man

Next up on our list is one of the best Spider-Man games with the best swinging mechanics and overall gameplay and it is Marvel’s Spider-Man which was released back in 2018 for PlayStation 2 later on this game was also ported to PC with upgraded visuals.

Just like the majority of the Spider-Man games this game also lets players control Peter Parker who acquired the superpowers after getting bitten by a radioactive spider. There are numerous lethal villains in this game that Spider-Man faces throughout the game and the gameplay of this game is probably one of the best as the swinging mechanics, combat, and everything is just really well done.

The visuals of this game are just pure class and had everyone hyped up when it was announced back. Marvel’s Spider-Man has received tons of great reviews from gamers all around the world and this is also considered the best Spider-Man game ever made, do let us know your thoughts on this game in the comments down below and now let us move on to the 24th game on our list.

24. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of The Wild

If you guys are a Nintendo Switch gamer, then you should try out The Legend of Zelda: Breath of The Wild, as it is one of the greatest Nintendo Switch games ever made, players in this game are given control of an amnesiac link as he heads on a journey to save Princess Zelda and stop Calamity Ganon from destroying the world.

The development of this game lasted for over five years, this game also allows players to collect resources, and items and complete objectives such as solving puzzles while exploring the open world of Hyrule. As per our research, the designers for this game took inspiration from The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (2011) and Shadow of the Colossus (2005), both the games are astonishing and have great gameplay mechanics.

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of The Wild was set to be released in 2015 as a Wii-exclusive title. However, the developers delayed the game to 2017 to make it a launch game for Nintendo Switch and the last Zelda game for Wii U. The visuals of this game are breathtaking, they’re cartoonish but astonishing, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of The Wild has received great reviews, and we highly recommend you try this game out for yourself.

25. Hitman Absolution

The final game on our list is none other than Hitman Absolution. Here, players assume the role of a contract killer working for the ICA (International Contract Agency) named Agent 47. If you’re a fan of stealth games you must’ve played this game as it is filled with stealth to its core, The game starts off with Agent 47 breaking inside a mansion that belongs to his former colleague Diana Burnwood.

47 then assassinates Diana learns the harsh truth about the ICA and then protects a little teenage girl named Victoria throughout that game. Absolution features tons of new stealth elements that weren’t featured in the previous games.

The visual quality of the game is well and the game feels like an action movie where players are given control of the main character. Absolution has received great reviews, and 47 looks stunning as usual in this game. This was it for the final game on our list, do let us know your thoughts about this one!

Frequently Asked Questions

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