2018-11-13
Black Friday is quickly approaching on Friday, November 23, the day after Thanksgiving in the US. Walmart has released its circular for the retail holiday, and it contains hundreds of physical copies of moves and television shows--along with TVs--for exceptionally low prices.There will be hundreds of movies on sale during the event. In the circular, Walmart only listed a small portion of what will be available in store. It states over 110 movies will be priced at $2, 180 at $4, 70 at $6, 30 at $8, 50 at $9, and 90 at $10. The selection will be very wide for the Black Friday event, but there is a limited stock, so you'll want to get to your local Walmart early to pick these up.From the $2 items listed on site, there isn't anything exceptionally notable, aside from the original Jumanji on DVD. There were, however, a couple decent selections on Blu-ray in the $4 category: Spider-Man: Homecoming and Home Alone. Walmart is also discounting a few movies in 4K to under $10 like Wonder Woman, Deadpool 2, and Rampage. You can also pick up this year's Mission Impossible: Fallout for only $8, but keep in mind, this is a digital code for Vudu and not a physical copy.Many of these deals, including games, will be available online on Wednesday, November 21 starting at 10 PM ET / 7 PM PT, while the in-store shopping kicks off on Thursday, November 22 at 6 PM, locally. Walmart will not be closing during the early morning hours. However, make sure to check with your local Walmart as hours may vary.Below is the full list of the DVDs, Blu-rays, and 4K movies listed in the Walmart Black Friday ad. This is not the complete list, but if more get added, this list will be updated.DVDs:Movies:Hotel Transylvania 2 -- $2The Peanuts Movie -- $2Rio 2 -- $2Jumanji -- $2Smurfs -- $2Captain Underpants -- $2Fifty Shades Freed -- $2Jurassic Park -- $2The Secret Life of Pets -- $2Alvin and the Chipmunks: Road Chip -- $2Jurassic World -- $2San Andreas -- $2It (1990) -- $2The Wizard of Oz -- $2Goosebumps -- $2Ice Age: Collision Course -- $2Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle -- $4Justice League -- $4Wonder Woman -- $4Ferdinand -- $4Hotel Transylvania 3 -- $4Despicable Me 3 -- $4How the Grinch Stole Christmas -- $4Spongebob Christmas $4The Greatest Showman -- $4The Fate of the Furious -- $4Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom -- $4Deadpool 2 -- $6Miracle on 34th Street -- $6Annihilation -- $6Sherlock Gnomes -- $6Ice Age Movie Collection -- $6Solo: A Star Wars Story -- $8Avengers: Infinity War -- $8TV:The Flash: Season 4 -- $10Game of Thrones: Season 5 -- $10Rick and Morty: Season 3 -- $10The Big Bang Theory: Season 11 -- $10The Walking Dead Season 8 -- $10Blu-Ray:Movies:Mission Impossible: Fall Out -- $8 (Digital only through Vudu)Spider-Man:Homecoming -- $4Hotel Transylvania 2 -- $4Angry Birds -- $4Home Alone $4Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle -- $6The Greatest Showman -- $6Rampage -- $6Fifty Shades Freed -- $6Pacific Rim: Uprising -- $6The Fate of the Furious -- $6Split -- $6John Wick: Chapter 2 -- $6Justice League -- $6Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom -- $8Deadpool 2 -- $8Hotel Transylvania 3 -- $8Ready Player One -- $9A Quiet Place -- $9Skyscraper -- $9Tomb Raider -- $94K:Movies:Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom -- $9John Wick Chapter 2 -- $9Hotel Transylvania 3 -- $9Deadpool 2 -- $9Rampage -- $9Wonder Woman -- $9The Greatest Showman -- $9 Info from Gamespot.com
2018-11-13
It's nearing Thanksgiving, and that means the infamous Black Friday is right around the corner. It's a day where a sea of people invade retail stores like White Walkers trying to get past The Wall. Kohl's--a story primarily known as a clothing retailer--has a few deals that may be up your alley, including gaming. From TVs to a ton of smart home products and smart watches, Kohl's giant Black Friday circular has a plethora of items available on the shopping holiday.While there are plenty of items discounted for the event, Kohl's is also offering $15 Kohl's Cash for every $50 you spend, which can be redeemed between November 24-December 5. You can save 15% more online when you use promo code CHEERFUL at checkout. Additionally, there is a barcode in the circular that has the same effect but it can only be used in stores, at checkout.Kohl's isn't offering much in the way of televisions, but it does have a couple deals. There is a 49" LG 4K Smart TV for $330 (originally $450), and a 58" Samsung 4K Smart TV for $550 (originally $900). Supplies will be limited for both of these doorbuster sales, so it's first come, first served, and coupons do not apply to either of these televisions.If you're looking to smarten up your house, Kohl's has multiple products on sale, all of which are doorbusters, so you'll have to act fast if you want them. Both the Nest Thermostat and Nest Video Doorbell will be on sale for $180 each. Kohl's has plenty of smart speakers as well. The Amazon Echo ($70), Echo Dot ($24), and Echo Spot ($90) will all be part of the doorbuster deals.Many of these deals are available online and in store, but the doorbuster deals begin online at 1:01 AM ET on Thursday, November 22 and in stores at 5 PM, locally, the same day, but check with your participating local Kohl's store in case its hours vary. The standard Black Friday deals begin online at 1:01 AM ET on Monday, November 19 and in stores at 5 PM local time on November 22.Check out some of the best Black Friday deals from Kohl's below. It's still early, and more may be added to the Black Friday list, so we'll keep you updated if there are any changes. You can also check out our roundup of the best Black Friday gaming deals at Target.Kohl's Black Friday DealsTVs:Samsung 58" 4K Smart TV + $165 Kohl's Cash -- $550 [Doorbuster]LG 49" 4K Smart TV + $90 Kohl's Cash -- $330 [Doorbuster]TV Accessories:LG 300-watt 2.1 Ch. Soundbar w/Subwoofer + $30 Kohl's Cash -- $120 [Doorbuster]Tech:Canon EOS Rebel T6 DSLR Camera + $120 Kohl's Cash -- $400 [Doorbuster]Fitbit Versa Smarthwatch + $45 Kohl's Cash -- $150 [Doorbuster]Fitbit Alta HR + $15 Kohl's Cash -- $80 [Doorbuster]Fitbit Charge 3 + $30 Kohl's Cash -- $120 [Doorbuster]Fitbit Ionic + $60 Kohl's Cash -- $200 [Doorbuster]Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones + $60 Kohl's Cash -- $240 [Doorbuster]Beats Studio3 Wireless Headphones + $75 Kohl's Cash -- $280 [Doorbuster]JBL Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones + $30 Kohl's Cash -- $100 [Doorbuster]Smart Home:Nest Hello Doorbell + $45 Kohl's Cash -- $180 [Doorbuster]Nest Learning Thermostat + $45 Kohl's Cash -- $180 [Doorbuster]Nest Cam Outdoor Security Camera + $45 Kohl's Cash -- $150 [Doorbuster]Amazon Echo (2nd Gen) + $15 Kohl's Cash -- $70 [Doorbuster]Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen) -- $24 [Doorbuster]Amazon Echo Spot + $15 Kohl's Cash -- $90 [Doorbuster]Ring Video Doorbell 2 + $30 Kohl's Cash -- $140 [Doorbuster]Google Home Mini -- $25 [Doorbuster]Google Home + $15 Kohl's Cash -- $80 [Doorbuster]Google Home Hub + $15 Kohl's Cash -- $100 [Doorbuster] Info from Gamespot.com
2018-11-13
A war is raging inside the hearts of American consumers. The only way to quench it is by crashing the gates of retail stores and spending their coin on precious legendary items at a deep discount. Don't worry, these feelings will all be purged from your system on November 23, Black Friday. The day after Thanksgiving is when retailers across the country offer discounted prices on many items, including televisions, and Walmart is one of the big players during this event.Walmart recently revealed its deals in a circular that outlines what you can expect this upcoming Black Friday, which includes some deep discounts on games. If you're in the market for a new television, Walmart has a few brand-name and off-brand products at discounted prices. Both TCL and RCA have 65" 4K TVs available for roughly $400, but the RCA is not a smart TV. Luckily, you can make a quick upgrade by picking up the Google Mini and Chromecast bundle for $45. Additionally, this Walmart-exclusive bundle comes with a $15 credit to the streaming service Vudu, so you can rent a few movies or buy one as soon as everything is up and running.Walmart has some deals on tablets as well. If you're in the market for a new iPad, you can pick up a 6th Gen, 32GB one for $249. Also, a 16GB Samsung Galaxy Tab will be on sale for $129. But if you're short on cash and really want a tablet, there is the 16GB RCA Voyager III for $28.Many deals will be available online on Wednesday, November 21 starting at 10 PM ET / 7 PM PT, while the in-store shopping kicks off on Thursday, November 22 at 6 PM, locally. Make sure to check with your local Walmart as hours may vary.Below you'll find the list of some of Walmart's best Black Friday deals in TV and tech. You can click the links for more information about most of the products. However, remember that it's first come, first served for these items, which are limited. So if you're planning on getting these deals, you may as well storm the gates with everyone else.Walmart Black Friday DealsTVs:Hisense 40" Class 1080p TV -- $99TCL 65" Class 4K Roku Smart TV -- $398RCA 65" Class 4K Ultra HD LED TV -- $399Samsung 32" Class Smart TV -- $178Samsung 55" Class 4K Smart TV -- $398Sharp 50" Class 4K Ultra HD HDR Smart LED TV -- $249Sharp 55" Class 4K Ultra HD HDR Smart LED TV -- $300VIZIO 60" Class 4K Smart TV -- $498TV Accessories:LG 37" 2.1 300W Sound Bar -- $99LG Smart Blu-ray Player -- $49ONN 37" 2.0 30W Soundbar -- $29ONN Full Motion TV Mount -- $27Samsung 38" 4.1 200W Soundbar -- $169TV Streaming:Roku Ultra with JBL Headphones -- $48Roku SE -- $20Tech:BeatsX Wireless Earphones -- $75Bose SoundSport Wireless Headphones -- $99Fitbit Versa -- $149Pac-Man or Galaga Retro Arcade Machine -- $249Tablets:Apple iPad (6th generation) 32GB -- $249RCA Voyager III Tablet 16 GB -- $28Samsung Galaxy Tab E 9.6" 16GB-- $129Smart Home:Google Home Hub -- $99Google Home Mini -- $25Google Mini and Chromecast Bundle (w/ bonus $15 Vudu credit) -- $45 Info from Gamespot.com
2018-11-13
Among the biggest game releases of the fall season has been Assassin's Creed Odyssey. That's true both in terms of its stature, coming as the latest game in a major franchise, and its sheer size--it's a long game with a staggeringly large map. Despite having only released in October, Odyssey is among the games you'll find on sale this Black Friday.Despite still being a couple weeks away, the first Black Friday ads have been released. While there are many more to come, Target's ad led the way and confirmed Odyssey will be discounted during Black Friday. It'll be $35 for a physical copy of the game on both PS4 and Xbox One, a price we've since seen matched in the Walmart ad. However, the best price so far comes from Best Buy, where Odyssey will cost only $30.The various digital game stores could also discount Odyssey, and some physical retailers may even offer the digital version, as we saw with Walmart last year. We don't yet know if it will be discounted on PC, so stay tuned for more details.Odyssey was well received upon its release, further building on the RPG shift the series took with 2017's Origins. It allows you to play as a male or female protagonist as you choose between the siblings Alexios and Kassandra. The aforementioned large world map is comprised of many landmasses, but there's also plenty of sea for some Black Flag-style naval action.In our Assassin's Creed Odyssey review, Alessandro Fillari wrote that the game's "ambition is admirable, which is reflected in its rich attention to detail for the era and its approach to handling the multi-faceted narrative with strong protagonists at the lead, While its large-scale campaign--clocking in at over 50 hours--can occasionally be tiresome, and some features don't quite make the impact they should, Odyssey makes great strides in its massive and dynamic world, and it's a joy to venture out and leave your mark on its ever-changing setting."Ubisoft has plans for both free and paid DLC for Odyssey, as the company hopes to keep you playing long-term; there won't be a new Assassin's Creed game released in 2019.Below you'll find the complete list of Black Friday deals on Odyssey. It's quite brief for now, but we'll continue to update this as more ads are revealed.Assassin's Creed Odyssey Black Friday DealsPS4$30 -- Best Buy$35 -- Target$35 -- WalmartXbox One$30 -- Best Buy$35 -- Target$35 -- WalmartInfo from Gamespot.com
2018-11-13
Black Friday is almost upon us, which means it's that time of the year to round up all the best deals on games and hardware. Retailers are starting to reveal all their sales well ahead of Black Friday itself, and we've complied many of the deals we've seen so far. But here, we're rounding up the ways you can get your hands on a Nintendo Switch console.Nintendo's handheld-console hybrid has been a hit with great games like Super Mario Odyssey, Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and an ever-growing library of smaller titles, so now would be a good time to check out jump in save a few bucks. Also, be sure to check out all the sales on Nintendo Switch games.Kohl's will be offering a Switch bundle that includes the console, a Turtle Beach headset, an RDS carrying case, and $90 in Kohl's Cash all for $330. Kohl's starts its sales on Monday, November 19 at 12:01 AM CT online and Thursday, November 22 at 5:00 PM in stores.Best Buy will also be offering a Switch bundled with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for $300. Best Buy's deals are trickling in online as soon as November 18 but start off in-store on Thursday, November 22 at 5:00 PM. Those who are My Best Buy members can hop on "early access" sales which start Sunday, November 18 for Elite Plus members, Monday, November 19 for Elite members, and Tuesday November 20 for all other members.Walmart is set to have a Switch bundle that includes Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for $300. Sales begin Wednesday, November 21 at 10:00 PM ET online and store doors open Thursday, November 22 at 6:00 PM.Target is also on board with the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe console bundle; it'll also go for $300. (Additionally, wired controllers and carrying cases will be 20% off.) Deals at Target will be going live online at unspecified times, but Target's doors open Thursday, November 22 at 5:00 PM.We've got less than two weeks to go until Black Friday, and we're tracking sales as they come out and continually updating our lists. Be aware that retailers may sell out of products at any point during sales. Certain deals may also be offered in-store only; be sure to check the conditions for sales you're looking at. Lastly, stores opening times may vary by location, so check with your local retailer.Nintendo Switch Console DealsKohl'sNintendo Switch + Turtle Beach Headset + RDS Carrying Case + $90 in Kohl's Cash -- $330WalmartNintendo Switch Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle -- $300Best BuyNintendo Switch Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle -- $300TargetNintendo Switch Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle -- $300Info from Gamespot.com
2018-11-13
With Black Friday getting closer, more deals have sprung up for the big sales day on November 23. While you can't act on these deals at this time, it's good to know what's coming up before the busiest sales day of the year. One of the deals we've highlighted here is for Playerunknown's Battlegrounds, otherwise known as PUBG.As of now, PUBG on Xbox One will have some upcoming sales at Best Buy, Target, and Walmart for less than $20. In addition to this game, we also had an upcoming look at sales for other games including Assassin's Creed Odyssey, God of War, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 4--which recently launched the series' first crack at the battle royale genre.Though other games like Fortnite have overtaken PUBG's former dominance in the growing field of free-for-all games, it's still a popular title and has a solid player base on both PC and Xbox One. With three different maps to fight it out on, and featuring many different types of skins, weapon decals, and other customization options--PUBG focuses a lot more on tactical gameplay compared to the Fortnite's more arcadey style action. The most recent event happening in the world of PUBG is a promotional tie-in featuring the Joker and Harley Quinn from Suicide Squad. In our review of PUBG last year, editor Michael Higham gave it an 8 and stated: "PUBG's technical shortcomings can undermine its broader achievements on rare occasions, but they don't override your desire to continue playing. Each phase of a match presents a different type of tension that is equal parts thrilling and terrifying, driven by the insatiable desire to be the last person (or squad) standing. Whether you play solo or in a group, successfully executing adaptive tactics to win intense, high-stakes firefights makes for an incredibly rewarding experience. Every player has unique stories of their most memorable matches, and even after hundreds of hours, PUBG continues to inspire rousing tales of victory and defeat."There's still many more deals coming in the time leading up to Black Friday. Remember, many of these until the time of Black Friday, so keep that in mind when you're sorting through these deals early. If you want to know more about what's coming up, be sure check out our roundup of Black Friday deals on GameSpot.PUBG$15 -- Best Buy$15 -- Target$17 -- WalmartInfo from Gamespot.com
2018-11-13
Joining retailers like Target, Walmart, and Best Buy, Microsoft has pulled the trigger early and announced many of the deals that will be available through the Microsoft Store on Black Friday 2018. While the official date for the shopping holiday is November 23, Black Friday prices begin online at 12 AM ET November 22 / 9 PM PT November 21.What kind of deals will we see? For starters, you'll be able to save money on Xbox One consoles. The Xbox One S Minecraft Creators Bundle will be $100 off, bringing it down to $200. If you have a 4K TV or plan to get one soon, you might be better off picking up an Xbox One X for $400 (also $100 off). Xbox One X and S bundles will be $70 off; these include pack-in games like Battlefield V, Fallout 76, NBA 2K19, and more.If you're in the market for services and you're not already a member, you can get a one-month membership to Xbox Game Pass for $1; that deal is actually live now and will continue through Black Friday. Xbox Game Pass lets you download and play a selection of over 100 games, including all games recently published by Microsoft, like Sea of Thieves and Forza Horizon 4. Starting November 15, new members can get a month's worth of Xbox Live Gold for $1 as well.Starting on November 22, you can save $10 off Xbox Design Lab wireless controllers, whose color combinations you can design yourself. If you're fine with the pre-made Xbox One controller designs, you'll be able to pick those up for $20 off (including Elite Xbox One controllers).No individual game discounts have been announced yet, but we've been assured we'll see price drops on at least a few games on Black Friday. You can see more items in Microsoft's Black Friday sneak peek, or check out all of the Black Friday deals announced so far.Xbox One S Minecraft Creators Bundle -- $200Xbox One X -- $400Xbox One S and X Bundles -- $70 offXbox Game Pass (one month) -- $1Xbox Live Gold (one month) -- $1Xbox Design Lab Wireless Controllers -- $10 offXbox One Wireless Controllers -- $20 offInfo from Gamespot.com
2018-11-13
Rockstar's open-world epic, Grand Theft Auto V, may be over five years old at this point, but the game is still consistently one of the best-selling titles on PS4 and Xbox One every month. It's also one of the most commercially successful video games of all time, shipping more than 100 million units worldwide. If you're one of the seemingly few remaining people who have yet to pick the title up (or plan on giving it to someone this holiday season), you'll be able to find some good deals on it this Black Friday.Many retailers have already begun sharing their Black Friday ads ahead of the big shopping day, giving you the opportunity to scope out all of the sales before embarking on your retail expedition. While there don't seem to be too many deals on GTA V as of yet, the best one at the moment can be found at Best Buy. The electronics giant is selling GTA V: Premium Online Edition for $20. This edition comes with the base game as well as some freebies for GTA Online, including the Criminal Enterprise starter pack, a handful of vehicles, weapons, and more.Walmart will also have a discount on the Premium Online Edition of GTA V this year. Starting at 6 PM local time on Thanksgiving, you can pick up the open-world game for $25. You'll be able to snag it before then if you're planning on doing your shopping online; Walmart's Black Friday deals kick off on Walmart.com on Wednesday, November 21 at 7 PM PT / 10 PM ET, while Best Buy will offer its deals even sooner in some cases.GTA V first launched to critical acclaim back in 2013. GameSpot awarded it a 9/10 in our GTA V review, calling it "the bar by which all other open-world games, or indeed any game that aims for a cinematic feel, should be judged." Despite its age, Rockstar continues to roll out new content for its GTA Online mode, such as the recent After Hours nightclub update.You can see all of the GTA V deals so far below. We'll continue to update this list as more deals are announced, so be sure to check back often for the best savings you can find on GTA V. This year, Black Friday falls on November 23; you can find even more discounts on other games, TVs, and more in our Black Friday roundup.Grand Theft Auto VBest Buy$20 -- PS4$20 -- Xbox OneWalmart$25 -- PS4$25 -- Xbox OneInfo from Gamespot.com
2018-11-13
Tributes have been coming in for Marvel Comics legend Stan Lee, who has died at the age of 95. Lee passed away today, November 12, and notable figures from the worlds of movies, TV, and comic books have taken to social media to pay tribute to him and his effect on their lives.Many of the current stars of Marvel superhero movies offered their respects to Lee, who hepled create some of the most famous superheroes of all time. Captain America actor Chris Evans said, "There will never be another Stan Lee. For decades he provided both young and old with adventure, escape, comfort, confidence, inspiration, strength, friendship and joy." He was joined by Wolverine star Hugh Jackman who described Lee as "a pioneering force in the superhero universe. I'm proud to have been a small part of his legacy and... to have helped bring one of his characters to life."Kevin Feige, the head of Marvel Studios, said that "no one has had more of an impact on my career and everything we do at Marvel Studios than Stan Lee. Stan leaves an extraordinary legacy that will outlive us all." Iron Man actor Robert Downey Jr. posted an image of himself and Lee on-set together, while Spider-Man star Tom Holland called him "the father of Marvel" who "made so many people so incredibly happy."Guardians of the Galaxy star Zoe Saldana also posted an on-set image of Lee, director James Gunn, and herself on-set, and called him an "inspiration and superhero to us all."Today we lost one of the greats. @TheRealStanLee, you were a inspiration and superhero to us all. Thank you for contributing so much- and giving us all something to aspire to! 💚#ripstanlee pic.twitter.com/GzFhwgU0WA — Zoe Saldana (@zoesaldana) November 12, 2018Josh Brolin, who played Thanos in this year's Avengers: Infinity War, explained the extent to which Lee's work had influenced him. "To those of us who have been so deeply affected by the humanity of his imagination, the understanding of reaching beyond our potential and the necessity of tapping into our immeasurable imaginations, we thank you and are forever indebted," he said.Disney boss Bob Iger released a statement as part of a tribute on the official Marvel website. "Stan Lee was as extraordinary as the characters he created," Iger said. "A superhero in his own right to Marvel fans around the world, Stan had the power to inspire, to entertain, and to connect. The scale of his imagination was only exceeded by the size of his heart."Lee's official Twitter feed also offered its own simple tribute, which you can see below:pic.twitter.com/dTdDjRvXbs — stan lee (@TheRealStanLee) November 12, 2018There were also tributes from the wider community of actors, musicians, politicians, and comic book creators. Artist Rob Liefield, who co-created Deadpool, spoke about the last time he saw Lee, back in August. "He was peaceful and comfortable and in great spirits," he wrote. "He sat in his favorite chair overlooking his pool and the beautiful canyons. I thanked him for being a visionary, not just creatively, but being a visionary in bringing Marvel to Hollywood, knowing how well they would be served by TV and film."Filmmaker and host of AMC's Comic-Book Men Kevin Smith, who directed Lee in his movie Mall Rats, wrote about how Lee's creations has been an inspiration to him and to so many fans. "You dreamed up some of my favorite modern myths and created characters that instilled in me a moral barometer, teaching me right from wrong and showing me it's always better to be a hero instead of a villain," he wrote. "Your characters represented us: yes, they had extraordinary, unbelievable abilities, but they were also reflections of a world we knew, where a Spider-Man is really just a boy who wants to help."Marvel's comic book rivals DC also posted a moving tribute to Lee. And of course, Lee's legacy will also live on the many cameos he filmed for Marvel movies--check out our look at these scenes here.Thanks for everything Stan Lee! What a life, so well lived. I consider myself extraordinarily lucky to have gotten to meet you and to have played in the world you created. ðŸ™â™¥ï¸ pic.twitter.com/ryUjG7PL8D — chris pratt (@prattprattpratt) November 12, 2018 Info from Gamespot.com
2018-11-13
On Friday, November 23, American retailers will be offering up deep discounts on its items for the day-after-Thanksgiving holiday, Black Friday. Consumers will be hitting the streets in order to pick up big ticket items like televisions, gaming consoles, and more on the cheap. However, if your one of the many hordes of folks planning on getting involved in the yearly event, you may be wondering when everything starts.There are plenty of stores you may want to hit up on Black Friday, and they all have different hours. Some places, like Walmart and Meijer are open 24 hours straight, while others like Target and Best Buy will be closing during the wee hours of the morning. It can be quite a bit to keep track of, especially if you're the type of Black Friday shopper that likes to hit up multiple stores during the event.Luckily, we got you covered and have a list of all the major retailers and its store hours. As the countdown to Black Friday continues, more stores will reveal when they will be opening and closing, and we'll keep you updated. Additionally, a few of these retailers will have deals starting earlier than Black Friday, including Best Buy--as long as you're a member of the My Best Buy program. If you're looking for deals, check out our roundup of all the Black Friday deals, so far. Many of the stores do not list the closing hours for its stores, so you may want to check with your local retailer as hours may vary. Here is a complete list, thus far, of stores you may be interested in checking out in alphabetical order, so take good notes before you brave the terror of Black Friday shopping.Best Buy:In-store: Thursday, November 22 at 5 PM to 1 AM on Friday, November 23 locallyRe-opening on Friday, November 23 at 8 AM locallyElite Plus and Elite Members get access to deals on Sunday, November 18All My Best Buy members get access on Monday, November 19 and Tuesday, November 20KMart:In store: Thursday, November 22 starting at 6 AM to Midnight locallyRe-opening on Friday, November 23 at 6 AM to 10 PMKohls:Online: Thursday, November 22 at 1:01 AM ET [Doorbusters]In-store: Thursday, November 22 at 5 PM (Store closings vary by location)Macy's:Online: All-day Thursday, November 22In store: Thursday 5 PM-2 AM locallyFriday, November 23 6 AM to 1 PMSaturday, November 24 8 AM to 1 PMMeijer:In-store: Some deal start on Sunday, November 18 at 6 AMDoorbusters start on Thursday, November 22 at 6AMMicrosoft Store:Online: Thursday, November 22 at 12 AM ETOffice Max:Online: Thursday, November 22 starting at 12:01 AMIn-store: Friday, November 23 at 8 AM locallySam's Club:In-store: Friday, November 23 at 7 AMSears:In-store: Thursday, November 22 at 6 PMStaples:Order online on ThanksgivingIn-store: Friday, November 23 at 7 AMTarget:In-store: Thursday, November 22 at 5 PM to Friday November 23 at 1 AM locallyRe-opening on Friday, November 23 at 7 AM locallyWalmart:Online: Wednesday, November 21 at 10 PM ET / 7 PM PTIn-store: Thursday, November 22 at 6 PM locallyInfo from Gamespot.com
2018-11-13
As you play Red Dead Redemption 2, you'll start to see notifications informing you that you've completed a challenge. Now this all sounds fine and dandy, but you're likely asking yourself: "What does completing challenges do? Heck, why should I even bother completing them?" That's a fair question, and we're here to answer it.Challenges are gameplay feats you complete to earn XP and unlock upgraded equipment for purchase at your local trapper, such as new Gun Belts, Bandoliers, Holsters, and Off-Hand Holsters. Each piece posses its own perks that increase either ammo capacity or decrease weapon degradation rate. Equipping them even improves your general statistics, but more on that in a second. There are nine challenge categories in total, each with ten feats to complete. As you'd expect, the feats vary per category. For example, the Bandit challenges has you working to hold up townsfolk, steal wagons, and amass a sizable bounty, while the Explorer challenges focus on you finding treasure. It's important to note that you must complete challenges in sequential order, so you can't just prioritize completing the seventh challenge over the first few only because it's easier.Completing challenges is a worthwhile endeavor, as the equipment you unlock offer bonus bars around your Health, Stamina, and Dead Eye Cores when you complete the set. You are rewarded an extra bar when you complete one of the three sets associated with that statistic. And you unlock an additional bar to that statistic once you've acquired all three sets associated with it. The table below contains details on which equipment set is associated with which attribute.AttributeEquipment SetHealthHorsemanSharpshooterWeapons ExpertStaminaBanditGamblerMaster HunterDead EyeExplorerHerbalistSurvivalistThere's even an extra bonus in store for you upon completing all 90 challenges. You unlock a special outfit called "Legend of the East," which provides hefty bonuses to Arthur's statistics. If that's something you're aspiring towards, you're in luck as we've compiled every single challenge in the game for your reference, so get crackin'!BanditChallengeDescriptionRewardBandit 1Hold up five townsfolkBandit BandolierBandit 2Rob two stage coaches or complete two stage coach robbery missions$5 + 25 Dead Eye XPBandit 3Rob a cash register in any four shops in one dayBandit HolsterBandit 4Rob three stage coaches in a single day$10 + 50 Dead Eye XPBandit 5Amass a $250 bounty in one State$10 + 50 Dead Eye XPBandit 6Steal five horses and sell them to the horse Fence at Clemens Cove$15 + 100 Dead Eye XPBandit 7Rob $50 worth of cash and valuables from townsfolk and travelersBandit Off-Hand HolsterBandit 8Steal seven wagons and sell them to the Fence at Emerald Ranch$15 + 100 Dead Eye XPBandit 9Hogtie someone and leave them on railroad tracks three times$20 + 150 Dead Eye XPBandit 10Complete five train robberies without dying or getting caughtBandit Gun BeltExplorerChallengeDescriptionRewardExplorer 1Find a treasure mapExplorer HolsterExplorer 2Find a treasure$5 + 25 Stamina XPExplorer 3Find a treasureExplorer BandolierExplorer 4Find a treasure$10 + 50 Stamina XPExplorer 5Find a treasure$10 + 50 Stamina XPExplorer 6Find a treasure$15 + 100 Stamina XPExplorer 7Find a treasureExplorer Gun BeltExplorer 8Find a treasure$15 + 100 Stamina XPExplorer 9Find a treasure$20 + 150 Stamina XPExplorer 10Find a treasureExplorer Off-Hand HolsterGamblerChallengeDescriptionRewardGambler 1Win five hands of pokerGambler HolsterGambler 2In blackjack, double down and win the hand five times$5 + 25 Dead Eye XPGambler 3Win three games of five finger filetGambler BandolierGambler 4Bust a poker opponent out in Flatneck Station, Saint Denis, and Valentine$10 + 50 Dead Eye XPGambler 5Win three rounds of dominoes without drawing any tiles against two or fewer opponents$10 + 50 Dead Eye XPGambler 6Beat a blackjack dealer in Rhodes and Van Horn$15 + 100 Dead Eye XPGambler 7Beat the five finger filet player in Strawberry, Valentine, and Van HornGambler Gun BeltsGambler 8Win three hands of blackjack with three hits or more$15 + 100 Dead Eye XPGambler 9Win three consecutive games of dominoes$20 + 150 Dead Eye XPGambler 10Win three consecutive hands of pokerGambler Off-Hand HolsterHerbalistChallengeDescriptionRewardHerbalist 1Pick six yarrowHerbalist Off-Hand HolsterHerbalist 2Pick and eat four species of berry$5 + 25 health XPHerbalist 3Craft seven items using sage as an ingredientHerbalist Gun BeltHerbalist 4Pick five mushrooms and feed them to your horse$10 + 50 Health XPHerbalist 5Craft nine items using the Indian tobacco as an ingredient$10 + 50 Health XPHerbalist 6Pick 15 different species of herb$15 + 100 Health XPHerbalist 7Craft and use five special miracle TonicsHerbalist HolsterHerbalist 8Use oleander to craft six poison weapons$15 + 100 Health XPHerbalist 9Pick one of each species of herb$20 + 150 Health XPHerbalist 10Season and cook all 11 types of meatHerbalist BandolierHorsemanChallengeDescriptionRewardHorseman 1Kill five rabbits from horsebackHorseman Gun BeltHorseman 2Jump over three obstacles in 15 seconds$5 + 25 Stamina XPHorseman 3Ride from Valentine to Rhodes in less than five minutesHorseman HolsterHorseman 4While mounted, drag a victim for 3,300 feet using your lasso$10 + 50 Stamina XPHorseman 5Trample five animals with your horse$10 + 50 Stamina XPHorseman 6Ride from Strawberry to Saint Denis in less than nine minutes without touching water$15 + 100 Stamina XPHorseman 7Kill seven enemies from horseback without dismountingHorseman BandolierHorseman 8Kill nine predators from horseback$15 + 100 Stamina XPHorseman 9Ride from Van Horn to Blackwater in less than 17 minutes without touching water$20 + 150 Stamina XPHorseman 10Break every single wild horse breedHorseman Off-Hand HolsterMaster HunterChallengeDescriptionRewardMaster Hunter 1Skin three deerMaster Hunter Off-Hand HolsterMaster Hunter 2Get three perfect-quality rabbit pelts$5 + 25 Health XPMaster Hunter 3Track 10 different animal species using your binocularsMaster Hunter BandolierMaster Hunter 4Get a clean kill after calling to an animal five times$10 + 50 Health XPMaster Hunter 5Skin three black bears or grizzly bears$10 + 50 Health XPMaster Hunter 6Kill five cougars with your bow and skin them$15 + 100 Health XPMaster Hunter 7Use a bait to lure and kill both an herbivore and predatorMaster Hunter Gun BeltMaster Hunter 8Catch three fish without using a fishing rod (aka use dynamite)$15 + 100 Health XPMaster Hunter 9Catch an opossum playing possum$20 + 150 Health XPMaster Hunter 10Track and kill a Legendary PantherMaster Hunter HolsterSharpshooterChallengeDescriptionRewardSharpshooter 1Kill three flying birdsSharpshooter BandolierSharpshooter 2Kill two different animal species in the same Dead Eye use$5 + 25 Dead Eye XPSharpshooter 3Kill five flying birds while moving on a trainSharpshooter HolsterSharpshooter 4Kill an enemy at least 80 feet away with a throwing tomahawk$10 + 50 Dead Eye XPSharpshooter 5Kill six animals without switching or reloading your weapon$10 + 50 Dead Eye XPSharpshooter 6Kill someone at least 660 feet away with a long scoped rifle$15 + 100 Dead Eye XPSharpshooter 7Land seven headshots in a rowSharpshooter Off-Hand HolsterSharpshooter 8Disarm three enemies without reloading or switching your weapon$15 + 100 Dead Eye XPSharpshooter 9Shoot three people's hats off in the same Dead Eye use$20 + 150 Dead Eye XPSharpshooter 10Kill three flying birds with three consecutive long scoped rifle shotsSharpshooter Gun BeltSurvivalistChallengeDescriptionRewardSurvivalist 1Catch a bluegillSurvivalist Gun BeltSurvivalist 2Hand five animals to the camp or trapper$5 + 25 StaminaSurvivalist 3Kill five animals using a Varmint rifleSurvivalist Off-Hand HolsterSurvivalist 4Craft dynamite, fire, improved, poison, and small game arrows$10 + 50 StaminaSurvivalist 5Catch a fish in the Bayou from a riverboat and while standing on railroad tracks$10 + 50 StaminaSurvivalist 6Kill a scavenging animal while it is feeding on a corpse five times$15 + 100 StaminaSurvivalist 7Kill eight small game animals using small game arrowsSurvivalist BandolierSurvivalist 8Craft a homing tomahawk, improved tomahawk, volatile dynamite, and volatile fire bottle$15 + 100 StaminaSurvivalist 9Catch a fish that weighs at least 19 pounds$20 + 150 StaminaSurvivalist 10Catch one of each type of fish in the worldSurvivalist Holster Weapons ExpertChallengeDescriptionRewardWeapons Expert 1Kill three enemies with a knifeWeapons Expert HolsterWeapons Expert 2Kill three enemies in 10 seconds with throwing knives$5 + 25 Health XPWeapons Expert 3Kill three birds of prey with a tomahawkWeapons Expert Gun BeltWeapons Expert 4Kill 10 enemies with a shotgun loaded with crafted ammo$10 + 50 Health XPWeapons Expert 5Kill five mounted enemies with one throwing knife per kill$10 + 50 Health XPWeapons Expert 6Kill a group of four enemies with a single stick of dynamite$15 + 100 Health XPWeapons Expert 7Kill four consecutive enemies by throwing and retrieving the same tomahawkWeapons Expert Off-Hand HolsterWeapons Expert 8Kill 15 enemies with a long-barreled sidearm$15 + 100 Health XPWeapons Expert 9Kill nine unaware enemies with a bow$20 + 150 Health XPWeapons Expert 10Kill a grizzly bear with throwing knives without taking damageWeapons Expert BandolierInfo from Gamespot.com
2018-11-13
Red Dead Redemption 2 is finally here. Rockstar's new open-world western game is now available on both PS4 and Xbox One, and it presents players with a massive, deep open world to explore. The main story alone will take you in the neighborhood of 50 hours to complete, and that's before engaging in much of its side content--and all of this is to be followed by Red Dead Online in November, the game's online multiplayer component.To help you make the most of the experience, we've put together numerous guides and tips, tackling both specific aspects of the game and a broader array of things you should be aware of before starting. Rockstar has opted not to hold your hand with many features in the game, leaving it to you to either discover them or find them hidden away in menus. We'll also be taking a look at some of these examples to ensure you're aware of everything the game has to offer.We've got plenty of other guides and tips on the way, and we'll continue to update the list below with all of them. While you wait to actually get your hands on the game, be sure to check out our RDR 2 review.CheatsOne potentially big aspect of the new game is cheat codes. Like GTA V before it, RDR 2 allows you to use cheats and even has an entire menu available for the feature. However, at this early stage, we don't actually know what all of them are; at least some are cleverly hidden in newspapers in-game. We'll be doing our best to hunt these down and will report back as they are uncovered--you can see those we've been able to confirm in our list of all the Red Dead 2 cheats. In the meantime, we've also got a rundown on the best RDR2 cheats that are worth a try.Do You Need To Play Red Dead Redemption First?Red Dead Redemption 2 is the third game in the Red Dead series, though it's only closely connected to its direct predecessor. However, RDR 2 is a prequel, taking place years before the events of the first RDR. If you've played the previous game, you'll recognize the names and faces of many of its characters, including RDR protagonist John Marston. We dive into whether you should play RDR first in our feature, but whatever choice you make, you should give our Red Dead Redemption story recap a look to refresh your memory--or fill in the holes for the first time.Tips To Know Before StartingAs with any game, it can be useful to start with certain knowledge in hand. That's certainly true of RDR 2, which is a dense game full of various systems that interact with each other. With that in mind, we've put together a list of key tips you should know before booting up the game for the first time. We've kept spoilers to a minimum, but you'll want to be aware, for instance, that side missions can expire if you don't get to them quickly enough.How To Make Money FastAs an outlaw, you're after money, but not necessarily out of sheer greed. Whether your motivation is the betterment of your gang and its members or because you simply want a new gun and horse, you're going to want to get your hands on as much money as possible. With that in mind, we've put together a guide on how to make money quickly.Outfits And ClimatesAmong the ways Red Dead 2 tries to immerse you in its world is with its climates. You'll have to account for temperatures if you want to maximize your performance, wearing appropriate clothing depending on where in the world you are. We've rounded up all of the outfits we've come across so far to give you an idea of what you can find.Things The Game Doesn't Tell YouAs you play and share stories with friends, you may come to realize there are any number of things the game doesn't tell you. There are various interesting details and tidbits you could miss because Rockstar isn't throwing them in your face, so we've done our best to round up a number of these so you don't miss out on some opportunities during the course of your adventures.How Do Morality And Honor Work?Among the many systems you'll find in Red Dead 2 is honor. Arthur Morgan may be a criminal no matter what choices you make, but there are degrees to which he is a bad guy. That comes into play with morality and honor, as your actions will either boost or lower your honor. Pressing down on the D-pad allows you to see this at any time, and something as simple as greeting a passerby will allow you to build it up. Aside from how people react to you, it's worth being aware of the implications of your honor--Good Guy Arthur will get discounts at stores, which is one way to save some cash.Some Side Missions Can ExpireIf you're a completionist, the thought of optional missions disappearing is downright awful. But whatever your approach to playing games like Red Dead 2, you should absolutely engage with some of the optional content involving your gang. These sequences feature some of the best character moment in the game, but if you advance far enough in the story, some of these missions will go away whether or not you've done them. You can find out more about how this works in our PSA on side missions expiring.How Do I Fast Travel?Fast travel does exist in RDR2, although it's not something you'll do by selecting a point on your map and warping there. The means for quickly moving around involve using actual modes of transportation, such as stagecoaches. Provided you have the patience, you're much better off running or taking your horse, because you'll encounter some of the game's most interesting content that way. But if speed is of the essence, consult our explanation of how fast travel works.All The GunsAs noted above, money is at a premium, so you don't necessarily want to buy every weapon you lay your eyes on. You may want to plan ahead, so we've rounded up all of the guns we've discovered so far in order to give you a sense of what awaits.Health, Stamina, Dead Eye, And Horse Cores And Bars ExplainedOne of the many new wrinkles in Red Dead 2 is the Core system, which dictates a variety of aspects of your character. It can be a bit complex to wrap your head around, with Cores influencing bars but bars being used before Cores, among other thing. Do yourself a favor and get a good grasp on this key system by checking out our guide to how Cores work.Fishing TipsEarly in the game, you'll gain the ability to fish, which can be a fun mini-game to kill some time with. You can get by without much strategy, but if you're interested in getting the biggest, legendary fish that existing in Red Dead's world, you should consult our fishing guide for tips and legendary fish locations.How To Find The Legendary Animals And PeltsDuring Chapter 2, you'll encounter your first Legendary Animal--an enormous Grizzly Bear. From here, you'll be able to track and hunt the game's rarest animals, some of which will require added firepower. If you want to know the location of every single elusive animal in Red Dead 2's world, go check out our Legendary animal sand pets guide for guidance on how to find them, and what to do with that legendary bear pelt.Perks Guide: Trinkets, Talismans, And The Crafting Components You NeedPerks offer improvements to Arthur's overall abilities that are unlocked by obtaining Talismans and Trinkets, which are primarily crafted at Fences. You'll need parts from Legendary Animals to craft them. Others are rewarded to you by completing specific missions under special conditions. Check out our Perks guide offering a detailed run down all of the Talismans we've found so far, what they do, and what you need to unlock them.The Best Horses And Where To Find ThemThere is no singular "best horse" in the game. There are only strong breeds that fair much better than the standard breeds you encounter early on. Speaking on the different types: the Arabian, Turkoman, and Missouri Fox Trotter breeds stand out as the most well-rounded and top-tier. Here's our best horses guide offering details on each.Hidden Weapons You May Have MissedThere are a number of weapons to find in the massive world of Red Dead 2. However, some of these can't be bought from weapon shops, and they can be easily missed if you aren't paying attention. With this in mind, we pulled together a list of weapons that can take some extra effort to find, but are among the game's most interesting tools for combat. In addition to personalized six-shooters from legendary Gunslingers, there are also melee weapons that can be traced back to ancient cultures lost to time. Go check out our guide on how to find these hidden weapons.Where To Sell Stolen Items: Every Fence Location In Red Dead Redemption 2Fences--merchants, not boundary markers--in Red Dead Redemption 2 are the only businesses that will buy goods you've found while looting strangers and rifling through private property, and by gum, they sure are hard to find. Considering the size of RDR2's map, and that there are only four fences in all the land, odds are you may be wondering where they're hiding. We've got a handy reference guide to help locate the black-market traders that peddle in illicit goods.How To Start All The ChallengesAs you play Red Dead 2, you'll start to see notifications informing you that you've completed a challenge. Now this all sounds fine and dandy, but you're likely asking yourself: "What does completing challenges do? Heck, why should I even bother completing them?" That's a fair question, and we're here to answer it. Here's our challenge guide containing details our each, as well as specifics on what you earn.Info from Gamespot.com
2018-11-13
In Red Dead Redemption 2, you're going to be spending a lot of time riding your horse. There's nothing but land, and lots of it, in Rockstar's latest open-world so journeying on horseback is a reality you're going to have to accept during the game's opening hours. Fortunately for you, there are ways to expedite your travels.There's a fast travel system hidden in Red Dead Redemption 2. Better yet, there's a couple ways you can go about doing it. Below we highlight the two main methods, but before you seek them out, we do highly recommend making horse riding your primary means of travel. After all, it's your time spent out in the world where you can better discover all the game has to offer, as well as author your own unique adventures.If you're looking for more guides, you'd be remiss not to check out our feature highlighting all the tips you should know before playing. Though, we also have guides on more specific subjects, like gun customization and money making. Be sure to read our Red Dead 2 review if you haven't already. Otherwise, read on!Method 1: Stagecoaches And TrainsIt makes sense that transportation technology of the day would be a form of fast travel in the game. Both stagecoaches and trains can get you places you want to go quickly. However, you'll have to pay a small fee to use them, and they require you to physically travel to them first--you can't just warp around by picking an icon on your map.Stagecoaches appear on the map as an icon that resembles a wooden sign pointing in two different directions. Labeled as "Taxi Coach" in the game, you can use these to take a stagecoach to locations you've previously visited. The fee increases based on the distance travelled, so make sure you've got enough on you to cover the charge.If you're looking to ride a train, you'll to need to purchase a ticket. These are sold at post offices in town, which are icons on the map with an envelope on them. Trains will take you to previously visited towns that have stations with train tracks running by them.Method 2: Camp Fast TravelIt's possible to fast travel from your camp after unlocking the upgrade, “Next in Line." You can find the camp upgrades page by approaching the donation box at your camp. The fast travel upgrade is the second option in the list and costs about $325, so make sure you've saved up enough and find this upgrade worthwhile in general as you may want to refocus your funds on more fruitful endeavors.Once you've unlocked the upgrade, you'll find a map on the back of the stagecoach next to Arthur's bed. You can use it to travel to a variety of locations, which includes certain towns and other significant locations in the game. Be wary, your camp fast travel only works one way, so if you use it to go to a town on the other side of the map, you'll need to either ride your horse, hire a stagecoach, or take a train to get back. Info from Gamespot.com
2018-11-13
If you're going to survive in Red Dead Redemption 2's world, you're going to need cash. Previously we've highlighted several ways to earn money relatively quickly by working many of the game's core systems and mechanics, but there exists a secret method that can give a significant bump to your wallet without much effort.The method in question is none other than the Poisonous Trail treasure map side mission, which by its end rewards you with four gold bars that equate to about $2,000 when sold. As you explore, you'll often find treasure maps that lead you to all manner of valuable items, but none are as lucrative as the Poisonous Trail maps, which you can complete early on. Of course, if you're more into cheating the system, you can try out this newly discovered glitch that can net you 30 gold bars. But we all know that's nowhere near as fun!Below are directions leading you to all the treasure maps in the Poisonous Trail side mission. We've also included screenshots to aid you in your journey. It's worth noting that you cannot simply head to the final location to cash in on the gold. You need to find every single treasure map first before the gold appears in its associated location.If this guide was helpful to you, be sure to check out our features highlighting all the tips you should know before playing and things the game doesn't tell you. We also have guides on more specific subjects, like top horse breeds and fishing. Though, if you want to have some extra fun instead, be sure to read our feature detailing the game's cheat codes.Treasure Map 1: Cairn Lake CabinThe first map is found at Cairn Lake, which is located north of Valentine up in the mountains. It's snowy up there, so make sure to bring a thick jacket with you before heading up that direction. If you've triggered "The Noblest of Men, and a Woman" Stranger mission, you'll notice that this is the exact location of legendary gunslinger Flaco Hernandez.Once you make it to Cairn Lake, you should find a small abandoned cabin--the one that Hernandez is staying in. Approach the bed to the right and uncover the lock box underneath it, which holds the first treasure map along some extra valuables.Treasure Map 2: Face Rock and an Unassuming Tree TrunkThe first treasure map is attempting to clue you in on a location with a rock that seemingly resembles a face. If you haven't spent much time exploring, this natural formation may seem a mystery to you. Fortunately, we know exactly where it is. Simply proceed down to the Lemoyne region, which is located just South of New Hanover. You can find the rock just north of the "E" in "Scarlett" on the map; check the screenshot in the gallery above for visual clarification.You'll spot Face Rock on a hill. To find the map, go past the tree directly next to Face Rock. You'll want to run further back to the hill's rear where there's a thin tree trunk right beside a fallen tree. The map is located in this thin tree trunk.Final Treasure Map: The Mysterious Snake MoundThe second treasure map has you searching for a snake-like land formation. Yet again, an oddity that you're likely to have missed if you haven't spent significant time taking note of every curiosity out in the world. This bizarre mound is located southeast of Van Horn, a reasonable distance south of the "R" in "New Hanover" on the map.As the treasure map indicates, you're going to want to search for a pile of rocks near the snake-like mound. It's pretty easy to spot as it's literally just a clumped-up pile of rocks with a hole at the center. Search the hole to find the final treasure map. Onward to the treasure!The Treasure: Gold! Gold! Gold!The final treasure map points to a waterfall and what appears to be a pathway in a cave. You'll find this waterfall at the Elysian Pond, which is located directly northeast of the "E" in "Hanover" on the map. When you arrive, walk through the waterfall to discover the entrance of a hidden cave.It's dark in the cave, so bust out your lantern. Proceed through the cave until you find a section in the path where you can drop down. When you land, proceed through the crawl space on the right, which will lead you to the fork in the road pictured on the map. Take the right path, but before you do hug right to find a makeshift camp with a lockbox containing a Large Jewelry Bag.Continue the path forward until you reach what appears to be a pit into certain doom. Instead of falling to your death, proceed left until you reach another edge. If you look closely, your lantern will illuminate some solid ground below that you can land on. But take a few steps back; you're going to want a running start in order to make this jump. If you're acrobatics are sufficient, head down the slope to the left. You'll slip down into some water; once you gain your balance, look to your left for a rock platform to climb up. Search this area and you'll be rewarded with four bars of gold.If this is the first time you've obtained gold, know that you can sell them at Fences for direct profit. Though, if you're feeling particularly generous, it's possible to donate it directly to your camp.Info from Gamespot.com
2018-11-13
Red Dead Redemption 2 lets you fish, and it's a robust, enjoyable, and rewarding pursuit that's a perfect for the game at large. It's also somewhat involved, so we've put together a guide to help you learn the basics, so you can quickly start to catch fish and have a fun time. This guide also goes into depth on the different types of fish in the game and where to find them, while we've also provided a the map to help you find all 13 of the game's Legendary fish.Starting off, fishing in Red Dead Redemption 2 is unlocked by playing the Chapter 2 story mission "A Fisher Of Men," in which you teach young Jack Marston to fish. You take little Jack down to the river for a fishing lesson, and this serves as your introduction to the system.How To Fish:The first step is to select your Fishing Rod from the Items menu. Next, you must attach bait to it, and this is divided into two categories: Bobber and Lure (more on that later).Hold LT/L2 to grip the rod and then RT/R2 to cast. How long you hold down RT/R2 will determine how far the cast goes. It might take you a few times to get a feel for it, but it's rewarding to land a cast precisely where you want it. Once you've cast your line out, what happens next depends on the bait you used. With a bobber, all of you have to do is sit and wait to get a bite You can tap RT/R2 to attract a nearby fish (if you're standing close enough to shore you might even see the fish in the water), but do it too much and you'll spook them. With a lure, you have to reel in until you feel a bite. If you see a fish, cast beyond it and reel in the lure so the fish sees it coming by. Be sure to wait until you feel a strong bite before "striking"--with a bobber or a lure--as fish will often nibble a few times before biting down the hook. Once you've landed a fish, the real work begins.The fish will immediately pull back, and you'll feel your line get tight, with your rod bending in reaction to the tugging. Wait until the fish becomes tired before reeling in; trying to reel as a fish is tugging will cause your line to break. With a fish on the line, push the left stick in the opposite direction the fishing is moving to tire it out faster. You can also click in the right stick and push it in any direction to prevent the fish from taking more line out. However, you must be careful with this approach as you can snap your line very easily. You will also snap your line if a fish pulls away and gets behind a rock or other object.You reel in by rotating the right stick counter clockwise. You'll want to reel in as fast as possible when the fish grows tired, while also being mindful of how much line you have out, how taut the line is, and where the fish is in the water. Pushing the left stick down as you reel in speeds up the process because it brings the fish directly in towards you. I found it was helpful, if not a little embarrassing, to use my thumb and index finger at the same time to reel in even faster.The amount of fight a fish puts in is directly related to its size and type. You'll be able to reel in smaller fish such as bluegills, rock bass, and smallmouth bass with relative ease. But catching larger fish, like Sturgeon and Sockeye Salmon, can entail fights that take multiple minutes to complete. If you snap your line, you'll lose your bait or your lure, but don't get discouraged as they are plenty of fish available in Red Dead Redemption 2's numerous lakes, rivers, and swamps.Bait Types:Just like in real life, selecting the right bait is critically important if you want to reel in a big one. You can purchase basic bait types like bread, corn, and cheese, or spend more money on worms and crayfish that help you land bigger fish. There are also lures specific to rivers, lakes, and swamps, as well as "special" lures that you'll need to catch the biggest fish and the Legendary ones. Here is a rundown of the bait types we've come across so far.Bobber:Bread: good for smaller fishCorn: good for smaller fish.Cheese: good for smaller fish.Worms: excellent for medium sized lake fish.Crayfish: good for larger size fish in deeper parts of rivers and lakes.Crickets: excellent for attracting medium-sized river fish.Lure:River lure: attracts all small and medium size fish in rivers.Lake lure: attracts larger lake dwelling fish.Swamp lure: attracts swamp dwelling medium and large size fishSpecial River lure: increases your chances of catching medium to large river fish.Special Lake lure: increases your chances of catching medium to large lake fish.Special Swamp lure: increases your chances of catching medium to large swap fish.Bait And Tackle Shops:The Bait And Tackle shop in Lagras sells everything you need for fishing, including live worms, crayfish, and all lure types. It's the only Bait And Tackle shop we've found so far in the game.Types Of Fish And What To Use To Catch ThemThere are many different types of fish that can be found in Red Dead Redemption 2's lakes, ponds, rivers, and swamps. Here are the ones we've caught so far, as well as the bait type that provided the highest likelihood of reeling them in successfully.Bluegill -- CheeseChain Pickerel -- CornRedfin Pickerel -- BreadRock Bass -- Cheese or other natural baitsSmallmouth Bass -- Any type of natural baitBullhead Catfish -- Cheese or cornPerch -- BreadLake Sturgeon -- Lake lureLargemouth Bass -- CrayfishSteelhead Trout -- WormsMuskie -- Lake lureSockeye Salmon -- river lureWhen To FishThe time of day matters if you want to have the best success fishing. Early morning and afternoon are when fish bite the most, due to bugs flying close to the surface. You should also try to fish when it's raining, because the drops on the water make fish believe bugs are around.Where To Fish And Specific ConditionsTo find the fish you're after, you'll have to fish in the right spot. Here's a rundown of the locations where we've found the following fish.Bluegill -- All lakes and rivers; most active during rain.Chain Pickerel -- Lakes, rivers, and swamps; most active in sunny weather.Redfin Pickerel -- Rivers in the south; most active on warm, sunny days.Rock Bass -- All clear water in the country; most active on sunny days.Smallmouth Bass -- Northern rivers; most active during rain.Bullhead Catfish -- Swamps; most active during rain.Perch -- Rivers and lakes across the country; most active during sunny weather.Lake Sturgeon -- Southern lakes and swamps; most active during overcast weather.Largemouth Bass -- All waters in the south; most active during rainy weather.Steelhead Trout -- Lakes, mostly in the south; most active during rainy weather.Muskie -- Northern lakes; most active during overcast days.Sockeye Salmon -- Rivers in the north; most active during overcast weather.One further note is that fish, particularly bigger ones, loooovvvvve to hang out at the mouths of waterfalls, as the water there is more oxygenated than other areas. Try there if you're struggling.Legendary Fish:Head to the shore of Flat Iron Lake in the Heartlands to a place called Gill Landing. Here, you'll meet a stranger named...Gill, who is a world-renowned fisherman, or at least that's what he wants you to believe. He'll hand you a map with the locations of 13 epic-sized fish you'll find throughout the game. Snag them all and report back to Gill for your prize. These are indeed mighty fish, so expect the toughest fishing battles the game has to offer. You will need to use the "special" lures mentioned above to bag these big ones. The best advice I can give is to try to catch them when they're already close to shore, so as to cut down on your reeling time significantly and improve the odds of landing the fish. Here's the map:Watch Out For GoatsThere are unpenned billy goats throughout Lagras that can cause problems while fishing. On multiple occasions, I was fishing near the swamp and a goat smacked me in the rear, breaking my fishing line while I was reeling in. It was frustrating, and I thought it might have been a bug. But it happened three times, so the lesson here is to watch out for goats while fishing in Lagras.BoatsAt a certain point a few hours into the game, you will steal a boat and bring it to camp. At this point you can use it to head further into a lake to go after the bigger fish that tend to live in deeper water. You can also steal boats you find on your journey to fish anywhere you'd like.No Ice FishingRed Dead Redemption 2 has snowy, cold locations with frozen lakes and ponds, and one of the Legendary fish is located in a lake that is partially frozen over. However, there doesn't appear to be any true ice fishing where you drill through the ice and drop a line in. Here's to hoping Red Dead Redemption 2 gets the guaranteed-seller "Ice Fishing Expansion" down the road… Info from Gamespot.com