We all know what to expect when it comes to the Wild West and especially an insanely highly rated game like Red Dead Redemption 2: lots of guns. In this article, I walk you through every type of gun RDR2 has to offer and talk about their stats and best choices. With that said, let’s begin.
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All Revolvers and Pistols in Story Mode
The massive variety of Red Dead Redemption 2 weapons certainly extends to its handguns. Story Mode features 17 unique pistols and revolvers for you to collect. To see their individual stats and exactly how to unlock every single one, check out our All RDR2 Revolvers and Pistols in Story Mode guide.
Best Revolvers
When it comes to classic Wild West shootouts, nothing beats a reliable revolver at your side. There are so many options in Red Dead Redemption 2 which makes it a lot harder to pick the best hand cannon. Check out our RDR2 Best Revolvers guide where we rank the top six Story Mode revolvers based purely on their stats.
Best Pistols
If you prefer rapid-fire capabilities over traditional six-shooters, Red Dead Redemption 2’s selection of pistols brings a modern edge to your Wild West arsenal. Story Mode features a really cool lineup of just three unique pistols, each of which excels in different combat scenarios.
Check out our RDR2 Best Pistols guide to see how these top-tier sidearms rank based on their stats.
All Shotguns in Story Mode
If you want to quickly end a threat in this game, you should look for shotguns. These true show-stoppers perfectly suit RDR2’s ultra-realistic Wild West setting. Story Mode features a total of six different shotguns to collect.
Check out our All RDR2 Shotguns in Story Mode guide to see their stats and learn exactly how to acquire every single one.
Best Shotguns
When close-quarters combat breaks out, nothing settles a dispute faster than a powerful scattergun. Aside from your hard-earned cash, a dependable shotgun is your greatest asset in Red Dead Redemption 2. Check out our RDR2 Best Shotguns guide to see the top three Story Mode shotguns ranked entirely by their stats.
All Repeaters in Story Mode
For mid-range combat in Red Dead Redemption 2, you should find the perfect repeater. Although Story Mode features a highly curated selection of just four repeaters, they are arguably the most versatile and reliable weapons in your arsenal.
Don’t forget to check out our All RDR2 Repeaters in Story Mode guide to discover their individual stats and how to unlock every single one of them.
All Rifles in Story Mode
To engage targets at long distances or even secure perfect pelts, one must equip a reliable rifle in Red Dead Redemption 2. These versatile long-range weapons serve multiple purposes across the Wild West. Story Mode features a total of six distinct rifles to choose from.
Check out our All RDR2 Rifles in Story Mode guide to discover their stats and find out how to acquire all of them.
