RDR2: Companion
- October 25, 2018
- Rockstar Games
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Get on Apple Store"Red Dead Redemption 2 Companion" is the official app for the action-packed game, RDR2. It offers a good story with beautiful visuals, but can be buggy at times. The app allows players to access the game's digital map and game manual, as well as provide real-time details about the game's world and characters. Overall, it's a useful tool for any RDR2 player looking to enhance their gaming experience.
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Reviews
- Great concept for a companion app that enhances gameplay experience.
- The live map feature is useful for navigation while playing.
- Allows for easy access to the in-game catalog and journal.
- Map functionality has been disabled for online play, making the app less useful.
- Frequent connectivity issues and inability to sign in for many users.
- The app drains battery quickly and can cause devices to overheat.
- story85 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 82 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is generally praised for its depth and engagement, with players appreciating the immersive narrative and character development. However, many users express frustration with the companion app, which is intended to enhance the story experience but often fails to connect properly, leading to issues with tracking progress and accessing features like the map. Overall, while the story itself is well-received, the tools designed to support it have been criticized for their lack of functionality and reliability.
“Catching up on the journal entries from the previous night's gameplay sessions has really helped immerse me in the story.”
“I love this game so much; it's definitely my favorite game of all time. I beat it once already and now going back to replay it because I felt that I missed a lot and rushed it due to me recently getting a PS4 Pro, but this app helps a lot with hunting side quests and so much more.”
“This is a nice and realistic game with an interesting story.”
“Also, my save mysteriously disappeared halfway through the story content without me changing anything.”
“This app used to be great, but is now completely useless once you complete the single-player missions since they have removed the map and journal from multiplayer.”
“I'm 100% story but the app shows 0% - disappointing to say the least.”
- graphics42 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising them as impressive, smooth, and realistic, particularly on higher-end devices like the iPhone 13. However, some users criticize the graphics for being low-quality or poorly optimized for mobile, especially regarding small icons and text. Overall, while there are standout features and beautiful artwork, the graphical experience varies significantly among players.
“Some very nice features and good graphics.”
“This one my favorite games and the graphics look like real life thank you rockstargames ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
“I love this game and love this graphic”
“The graphics aren't much and some of the icons have way too much detail for how small they are.”
“The graphics are trash.”
“Very low graphic and the main disappointment is the map is not working.”
- stability39 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- -5 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The stability of the app is widely criticized, with users reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and connectivity issues, particularly during login and when attempting to sync with consoles. Despite following troubleshooting steps, many players experience persistent bugs that hinder functionality, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction. Overall, while the app has potential, it requires significant improvements to enhance its stability and user experience.
“Good job! It runs great!”
“The game is incredibly stable, with no crashes or glitches.”
“I've experienced smooth gameplay throughout, which really enhances the overall experience.”
“Very buggy and even worse than the website.”
“When using this on Google Pixel C tablet, it constantly crashes and freezes.”
“Every time I log in with my credentials, it just shows a black screen. I decided to uninstall and reinstall, and now it won't even install the app; it freezes my phone.”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay experience is enhanced by an interactive map that syncs seamlessly and allows players to order items and read journal entries without pausing, contributing to immersion and efficiency. However, some users report connection issues and interface quirks, particularly when using the companion app on mobile devices, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these minor drawbacks, the dual-screen functionality is praised for creating a more cinematic gameplay experience.
“Interactive map syncs and works flawlessly and is a cool feature. Being able to order things from the catalog and have them sent in-game, plus read the journal without having to pause or interfere with the gameplay, is also a time-saving and cool feature!”
“I love having two screens; it makes it very nice having your HUD shut off during gameplay.”
“This app lets me put the whole HUD on a second screen, which allows for an even more cinematic gameplay experience.”
“Kind of janky, has some connection issues, and mechanics of the app need some work.”
“Squinting at my tiny compact screen during gameplay is not ideal for any useful at-a-glance info.”
“App will no longer connect to Xbox to show live map during gameplay.”
- monetization13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 46 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received negative feedback, with users criticizing the reliance on a single in-app purchase for a digital guide and the prevalence of microtransactions that detract from the overall experience. Many feel that the app serves primarily as a vehicle for ads and in-game purchases, leading to frustration over its limited functionality and perceived cash grab mentality from the developers. Overall, players express disappointment in how the monetization strategy undermines the value of the franchise.
“In theory, I like being able to view the map, make in-game purchases, and read the journal even when I'm not playing.”
“Also, it says there are in-app purchases, but there's only one, and it's for the digital game guide.”
“Just leads to in-game purchases.”
“I don't know if it's the game's constant updates to the worthless cash grab online mode or just the lack of updates to the app, but I much preferred when the app worked.”
“Microtransactions and no further depth of offering.”
“Rockstar is focusing on milking dumbasses with microtransactions and stopped caring for this app or the users.”
- optimization13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
Overall, users express significant concerns regarding the optimization of the app, particularly highlighting issues with excessive battery drain and overheating on various devices, including smartphones and tablets. While some users note that the app runs smoothly on certain phones, many report compatibility problems and a lack of support for tablets, indicating a need for further optimization to enhance performance and usability across a wider range of devices.
“They improved their optimization.”
“Needs some optimization, phone gets hot when it's open.”
“The reason I gave the app 4 stars is because it will kill a fully charged S7 battery in a matter of 60-90 minutes if not plugged into a charger. That's just having the map open, and even with the RDR2 companion app set to 50% resolution, 30fps, 40% backlight, and -2 for processing power, it still drains the battery almost as fast as when it was set to 1440p, 60fps, 90% backlight, and +4 processing power.”
“Needs some optimization; my phone gets hot when it's open.”
“You guys need better optimization for it if you want me to use it regularly while I play RDR2.”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by clever and absurd elements, such as the "trademark piggyback" feature, which users find particularly amusing. Players also enjoy the irony of experiencing battery drain from an app they weren't actively using, highlighting a lighthearted take on technical frustrations. Overall, the humor resonates well with the community, contributing to a fun and engaging experience.
“And the trademark piggyback is just genius Rockstar humor, and I would like to give them 5 stars just for that. I'm sure this will be a sure hit when the community starts to understand how to support it.”
“Funny watching others complain when they leave an app on and their phone screen runs down their battery.”
“This app actually killed my battery in half a day, and I hadn't even opened it. Not angry, kind of hilarious considering the job they have done with Red Dead 2 and GTA 5.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find the emotional aspect of the app engaging, noting that it enhances their experience with Red Dead Redemption 2 (RDR2). However, the need to frequently touch the phone to keep the screen active can be a minor inconvenience. Overall, the app successfully evokes strong feelings related to the game.
