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Rockstar Downgrades Red Dead Redemption 2 Graphics In Latest Patch

In a move that is likely to upset many, Rockstar has apparently downgraded their hit title Red Dead Redemption 2 by completely removing ambient occlusion, and it makes a big difference.

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cheeko1867d ago

WHAT THE F ING HELL ROCKSTAR

Crazyglues1867d ago (Edited 1867d ago )

Yeah I thought it was just me, maybe I'm tripping but the graphics suddenly look like shit on my PS4 Pro... I was like maybe because I didn't play in a little while maybe it's just me, but Nope, my fears have been confirmed...

Something happened, game looks like shit now.... RockStar Seriously.... WTF (how does a patch like this even go out, don't you guys test these things..)

Really sad to see from a top Studio Like RockStar / I'm in Shock

cheeko1867d ago (Edited 1867d ago )

When i first played it on ORIGINAL xbox one, it was probably the best looking game i have see on consoles, but im not gonna lie i havent actually played since online launched

MONOLITHICIDE1867d ago

"Im in shock"
Get over yourself

x_xavier_x1867d ago (Edited 1867d ago )

@Crazyglues

When your statements go from earnest to hyperbolic then you lose much of your credibility. You pushed it too far Buddy...

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Spartacus101867d ago

@ MONOLITHICIDE, x_xavier_x, Kiva
Rather than ridicule him because you want to remain ignorant to the fact that being shocked is a widely used expression, put your worthless loyalty to one side and try and look at the bigger picture which is that this is a shitty thing for gamers and we should oppose it.

Whether it was intentional or not, Rockstar fucked up here, and roaming around N4G like their paid bitches isn't going to change that.

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x_xavier_x1867d ago (Edited 1867d ago )

@Spartacus10

Calm down, Spartacus10. Crazyglues took it took 10 and now you're taking it to 11.

It's not even a confirmed issue at this point. I just checked and I still see that ambient occlusion is working on my console. Let's see a report from a trusted source, as opposed to some dude on Twitter who posted a single screenshot.

If there is a problem then Rockstar will probably fix it soon...or not. Who cares?

But feel free to keep shouting from the rooftops with your mock outrage. I mean, that gets you the most attention. Right?

Crazyglues1867d ago (Edited 1867d ago )

@ x_xavier_x (A.K.A N4G troll)

I Just made a statement of how I felt when I played the game the other day, how is that hyperbolic... U stupid for real, Like seriously - that's a super reach...

You read a comment and instead of just reading it as it's written you attached your own theory to it / A very stupid theory I might add..

~Mind Blown~ what a rocket scientist you are... - thanks for the insight, Let's just over look the topic which is this is pretty messed up to change the graphics of a game after it comes out, and let's focus on the fact that I said I'm shocked.... LoL

Dude seriously, why are you even here, don't you and MONOLITHICIDE got some TROLLING to do...

x_xavier_x1867d ago (Edited 1867d ago )

@Crazyglues

Why am I here? I'm here to post my opinion on the matter, just like you. The relevant question is why are you reacting to such a negligible issue with so much hostility? I simply suggested that perhaps the problem is not as widespread or significant as some have made it out to be. if you don't agree with my assessment then you're welcome to refute my "theory" but you should really try to do it with less fervor and scorn. Your response to me is so inappropriately overblown that it almost seems like you're emotionally unstable or on drugs.

"U stupid for real, Like seriously".

LOL, Yeah, I'm the "stupid" one...

Spartacus101867d ago

@ x_xavier_x
Maybe I did go overboard, but I'm tired of seeing so many people on N4G jumping on those who call out bad practices and screw ups just because it involves a company they're in love with.

I wouldn't have a problem if the counter argument was a constructive one, but it rarely ever is.

x_xavier_x1867d ago (Edited 1867d ago )

@Spartacus

I have no problem with those that are passionate about games who are resolved to hold these game studios to a high standard. I do see an issue with people overacting to speculation, rumors and trivial issues. The current trend of nit-picking every detail of a game is particularly disconcerting. We essentially have a group of people, the DownGrade Brigade, that can't wait to gleefully jump on the hate bandwagon at a moments notice.

Your insistence that anyone who offers a different opinion is somehow a slave to a corporation is not only offensive but also unwarranted. I simply suggested that we take a wait and see attitude toward this unconfirmed minor issue. I don't appreciate being called a "b*tch" from some overzealous kid who is too indignant to respond in a civil manner.

You feel me?

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Shakengandulf1867d ago

Hope its a bug like when they accidentally took tree sway from gtav but fixed it.

anonymousfan1866d ago

Meanwhile so many months after released they still haven't fixed the blurry hdr images they had publicly aknowledged... Ugh this is an extra disappointment

BrettAwesome1866d ago

The bli'r, and the HDR are two separate problems

InKnight7s1867d ago

Wooow this downgrade almost equal to Watch Dogs one.

Kornholic1867d ago

Rockstar really shit the bed with this one. Fake HDR, poor implementation of checkerboard rendering and now this.

81BX1867d ago

The mp is lame to me as well

Kornholic1867d ago

I haven't even bothered trying it yet. GTAV's online mode was pointless, so I'm guessing RDR Online is similar.

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SheenuTheLegend1867d ago

dont forget the decade old control mechanics.

Kornholic1867d ago

That's subjective. I'm talking about objective technical blunders.

ChristopherJack1867d ago

Not everything needs to feel like on rails arcade. I like the clunk, helps makes the character feel like a person, not a robot.

Dragonscale1866d ago

Talk about downplaying lol. Bad controls aren't 'subjective' fgs.

BrettAwesome1866d ago

Maybe not, but I didn't think they were bad. So I'm wrong?

Kornholic1866d ago

The controls aren't bad, though. It's up to your preference if you like them or not.

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josh-eh1867d ago

Yup, I still refuse to play the game till they patch it for PS4 Pro.. the graphics are SO blurry and HDR doesn’t work.. this was suppose to be the biggest game this gen and people on PS4 PRO got screwed!

Hardiman1867d ago (Edited 1867d ago )

I'm in the same boat and really after seeing games like HZD, GOW, Spider-Man, Metro Exodus and hell even AC Odyssey and Origins I was wondering why everyone was praising Red Dead 2's graphics because to me they look blurry as shit and I'm still pissed about the HDR! HDR to me is more important than 4K. HDR when done right like in Shadow of the Colossus, GOW, HZD, Metro Exodus, Spider-Man etc really adds to the game and it would've done wonders for RD2's world!

I've stopped playing it and won't pick it back up till it's fixed!

jwillj2k41867d ago (Edited 1867d ago )

Hardiman

They already got your money so they don’t care if you play or not.

Bronxs151866d ago

@hardiman
it's weird how this happens. same as last gen, red dead redemption was much better on 360 than ps3. and again this gen again (the xbox one x) version looks amazing and that's where i'm going to play it.

Dragonscale1866d ago

@bronx, funny how this somehow skipped scorpio and only affected the Pro. What a load of crap.

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chiefJohn1171867d ago (Edited 1867d ago )

BS GTA online mode was great. Calling it pointless is an insult. Rdr2 online however is a dud

Kornholic1867d ago

GTA Online is BS. Calling it pointless was meant as an insult. It's full of mediocre and boring content without anything meaningful to do. GTA Online is trash. The sole purpose why it exists is to create microtransaction revenue.

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6 Games That Genuinely Deserve A Current-Gen Upgrade

Games such as Mad Max, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Batman: Arkham Knight desperately deserve a modern-day revisit.

thorstein9d ago

Mad Max is underrated. Such a fun game.

Cacabunga8d ago (Edited 8d ago )

RDR2 still looks astounding on PS4 Pro. i cannot imagine how it could look with a next gen upgrade.

JonTheGod8d ago (Edited 8d ago )

Probably not very different.

No idea why this article is highlighting recent beautiful graphically-advanced games and saying they need current gen makeovers. They already look better than most new releases; just compare Arkham Knight and Suicide Squad!

Yi-Long8d ago

It's obviously never gonna happen since Sony killed the game and studio, but Driveclub. Even in its current state, 10 years after release, it still puts many competitors to shame ...

Demetrius7d ago

I'm not into racing games but yeah I even looked at gameplay of that sometimes

Demetrius7d ago

Mad max ikr! Far cry primal, it amuses me how ubisoft just left ac unity hanging, sadly most of the good staff left from rocksteady while being forced to make that abomination smh

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Red Dead Redemption 2 Can Now Run On Android Devices, But Only Barely

Rockstar Games' open world action adventure game, Red Dead Redemption 2, can now run on Android devices, but only barely.

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Psychonaut8520d ago

Oh great. So glad this is a thing and not the current gen update we’ve all been asking for. /s

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Red Dead Redemption 2 Wins Best Game Sequel Title in BAFTA Poll

Red Dead Redemption 2 wins 'Best Game Sequel' in BAFTA poll, surpassing Half-Life 2 in a landmark victory.

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just_looken27d ago

hmm kinda out there i find red dead 2 a over hyped game i am sure there are other's out there worthy of this award.

Are we saying rdr 2 mp is better than the first one?

The cover shooting better on #2 than #1?

I mean they reused 80% of rdr 1 map on rdr 2

smolinsk26d ago

Red Dead Redemption 1 was better. A better story that's for sure but the world in red Dead Redemption 2 is fantastic. But overall yes Red Dead Redemption 2 is overhyped but with best living World ever made.

just_looken26d ago (Edited 26d ago )

Oh rdr 2 world how you leave tracks what you can do and the npc's are great no doubt

For me its the forced guns one way to play missions and the camp you can do nothing be a ass and there is no change sense none of the hunting/donating.bounty/karma etc even taking care of your horse matters. Then you got the horse inventory along with them bringing in realistic inventory but at the same time have that slomo crap pick a lane is it a wild west sim or a max payne rip off.

shinoff218326d ago (Edited 26d ago )

Plus who cares about the mp. Single player is where it's at.

I don't think it's the best sequel either. I liked it but I can see why some say it's overhyped. That's because it was. Great game still. I'd take xcom 2 as a better sequel. I'm sure there's plenty others.

just_looken26d ago

We care about mp because of gta v even if you been living under a rock you know what gtao did to gta v dlc.

Though rdr 2 mp failed it still put time/resources and budget away from the single player for a subpar experience compared to the first.

lucasnooker27d ago

Hmmm don’t know about that one myself. There’s some good sequels there….

No way last of us 2 was a better sequel than the original resident evil 2. The story of TLOU2 was a huge let down for me!

Assassins creed 2 was a vast improvement over the original and still the very best of the entire franchise imo.

Half-life 2 will always be legendary.

RDR2 is great but the best sequel ever? I don’t think so… just my opinion though I guess

shinoff218326d ago

Shoot down last of us 2 but bring up assassins creed 2. What in the world.

anast27d ago

Last of Us 2 would be mine and Dark Souls 3 has to be up there.

raWfodog26d ago

I also enjoyed TLOU2 but RDR2 edges it out for me. Both hit me in the feels but RDR2 just a little bit more lol.

anast26d ago

RDR2 is an excellent game. One of my top 10 of all time.

SimpleSlave26d ago

Sure, if you started playing game yesterday and just for this series. Otherwise? lol... No.

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