Red Dead Online, the multiplayer component of Red Dead Redemption 2, is receiving its biggest update on Tuesday, which includes a new border search: the Naturalist. The Naturalist offers two paths, allowing players to choose non-lethal methods or a more aggressive and ruthless approach.
Here’s everything you need to know about the new Red Dead Online update, including a series of smaller changes and a third Outlaw Pass with exclusive rewards and cosmetics.
The naturalist
Legendary animals will arrive in Red Dead Online. Conversationalist Harriet Davenport will begin players on a mission to locate cougars, foxes, wild boars, and more, so they can sedate beasts and obtain blood samples.
The wrinkle in this particular profession is that it will have an alternative path. A great game hunter, Gus McMillan, will offer players special clothes if they bring him the Legendary Skins. Rockstar Games says Harriet “will be aware of her poaching activities if she tries to play on both sides of this dispute,” suggesting that players will have to choose a side in the conflict.
Naturalists will get unlocks like Mercy Kills for animals, a new advanced camera, an exclusive horse and more. Siding with Harriet will reward players with a Varmint Rifle and sedative cartridges, as well as reviving the tonics so that the animals run free after the sample is taken. Gus will offer an upgraded bow and an Elephant Rifle for the most murderous hunters. An interesting addition to the Naturalist are the tonics that allow players to gain and lose weight, leading to a wider range of character customization for those who level up.
Settings and updates
The Naturalist update brings some gameplay improvements designed to clean up the overall Red Dead Online experience. The minimap’s threat indicator is now more visible, and enemies appear slightly more on the radar. Asynchronous pairings have been added to the game, allowing players to play Free Roam while waiting for an available match or race.
Daily challenges have been updated – there are now 15, up from 12, and they have better rewards.
Perhaps most importantly, the wardrobe system has been improved, so players can combine more clothing and remove specific items for more unique outfits.
A new outlaw pass
The third season pass has been added. There are 80 progression ranges with two reward trees, one free and one paid. Each level includes rewards, such as new belt buckles, outfits, weapon modifications, and camera upgrades.
Red Dead Online’s third Outlaw Pass begins today and runs through October 19.
