The Red Dead Redemption 2 “remake” announcement has led to a lot of vitriol directed at Rockstar, with many players feeling disappointed, disillusioned, and frustrated by the company’s choices. There’s also a lot of hate directed at the Red Dead Redemption 2 remake, but it’s not directed at Rockstar – it’s directed at players themselves.
Background
We’ve seen these kinds of reactions before, especially with the Red Dead Redemption 2 release date delay. There’s a lot of anger directed at Rockstar, stemming from the lack of game releases and ports/remasters. Some players feel that Rockstar’s move to focus on online experiences, including GTA Online and Red Dead Online, has hurt the single-player experience.
The Controversy
The announcement of Red Dead Redemption 1 “remaster” has garnered the most negative reactions. The term “remake” has confused some, who feel that a remaster would have been more appropriate. Others defend Rockstar, saying that people assumed too much and that the port to new consoles is a good thing.
The major sticking point is the price point – $50 for a 12-year-old game is a tough ask for many. Some argue that Rockstar’s previous games, like Red Dead Redemption 2 and GTA V, are masterpieces and therefore justify the long development times.
Personally, I would say that the complexity of modern games and the demand for higher quality are a factor in longer development times. While some do criticize Rockstar for a lack of releases and ports/remasters, they do acknowledge that the quality of their games is still high.
Player Disagreements
There are disagreements as to the need for PC ports and the reasons behind delays in their release. Users also express disappointment that Rockstar is more focused on online experiences, instead of single-player DLC. The decision to prioritize GTA Online and Red Dead Online over expansions has caused frustration among fans.
Will you be buying the Red Dead Redemption 2 Remake?
Popular Comments
The obsession with monetized online experiences has hurt Rockstar’s reputation, as players feel that they are letting fans down by focusing on GTA Online and Red Dead Online. Some suggest voting with your wallet and not buying the game if you are dissatisfied.
The overall sentiment is that Rockstar’s recent decisions have left fans feeling disappointed and frustrated.
