In the Red Dead Redemption “Spare the Rod, Spoil the Bandit” mission, you’ll witness first hand the atrocities committed by Bill Williamson’s gang up at Fort Mercer. You’ll also get yourself a free Winchester repeater and an immediate chance to use it for saving a group of farmers.
The first mission you take from Marshal Johnson in Armadillo provides your first real taste of combat in Red Dead Redemption. Tail Walton back to his hideout, then take out his goons before you decide whether to take him alive or dead.
The title of the Red Dead Redemption “A Tempest Looms” mission pretty much says it all. You’ll have to hurry to help Bonnie get the herd in from pasture before they’re killed by a freak lightning storm. Bring your herding skills, you’ll need them for this mission.
Finally, its time to pick up one of the most useful items in Red Dead Redemption, the lasso. You’ll put it to good use in this mission, breaking wild horses and tracking down a majestic stallion that, if you play your cards right, you’ll be able to call your own.
Your next mission from Bonnie MacFarlane introduces you to one of the staples of ranch life: herding cattle. You’ll move a smaller herd to join the larger group of cows, then put the lot of them out to pasture.
In the “This is Armadillo, USA” mission, you’ll get your first introduction to both wagon driving and the town of Armadillo. There’s much to do in this small city, including a saloon, general store, and your first gunsmith.
Outfits in Red Dead Redemption do more than just make John appear stylish. They also offer specific gameplay advantages from improving the dead eye ability to allowing John to cheat at poker. Find out how to unlock each one in our full guide.
Red Dead Redemptions multiplayer takes the open-world action of the single-player game and allows you to share it with friends. Whether you’re engaging in competitive or cooperative multiplayer, you’ll find a host of mounts and weapons to unlock as you rise through the ranks.
Your second Red Dead Redemption mission begins with a tour of your new home, the MacFarlane Ranch, and ends with a late-night patrol alongside Miss Bonnie MacFarlane. Along the way you’ll get a feel for your surroundings and get your first taste of gunplay.
The second mission you get from Miss Bonnie MacFarlane sees you racing her around the countryside. Winning will require you to carefully manage your horse’s stamina while maintaining an eye on the path ahead? Want to know how to win the race? Check out our full guide.
