Red Dead Redemption 2: Everything you need to know about the multiplayer beta

#3 Competitive Modes

The online mode features a host of competitive series (Image Courtesy: Rockstar Games)

With a massive map that spans over five states, it is only natural for the company behind the franchise to introduce a competitive multiplayer mode. Currently, the beta includes five modes that one could enter, which are all part of a larger Showdown Series.

The official description of these modes according to Rockstar Games:

Shootout & Team Shootout

Classic gunfight modes with unlimited lives. Compete to rack up the most kills before the timer runs out. Sudden death will trigger in the event of a tie: whoever gets the first kill wins.

Make it Count

A true test of resourcefulness in two game modes: use nothing but a bow and a handful of arrows or throwing knives to be the last one standing. With a gradually shrinking player area, there’s nowhere to run.

Most Wanted

A tactical race to the top. Every kill pushes you up the scoreboard, but watch out: the closer to the top you are, the more points everyone else gets for killing you.

Hostile Territory

Work in teams to control the land. Capture a territory to start racking up points: the team with most points wins - or you can win outright by capturing every territory.

Name your Weapon

Demonstrate your personal specialty in this free-for-all or team-based match: the trickier the weapon you use to land the killing blow, the more points you get.