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RDR2 Simple Trainer

Features:
Change your player model to any other character in the game. Teleport to any position in the map. Nudge yourself forward through doors and walls. Download Lenny's Simple Trainer here: https://www.mod-rdr.com/files/file/7-lennys-simple-trainer/
 
Sam

Modding RDR 2 - Day One

After a lot of trial and error, we've finally got some interesting examples of basic scripting working, and one of the coolest, most visible things that we're now able to do is spawn characters.  It's interesting to note that from our observations thus far there's a couple of differences from GTA V with this, including that certain characters seem to be automatically given or assigned weapons which they hold when spawned.

In the screenshot above, you can see three characters which have been spawned in front of the player.  It might not seem like much, but we think that even getting this far on the first day is pretty cool. 
Moving on, the next thing we wanted to play around with was changing the player's model.  I know that a lot of people are eagerly anticipating a police mod for RDR 2, and therefore obviously it'd be really neat if we could figure out a way to swap out Arthur and replace him with a sheriff.  This took a lot of trial and error and presented a number of different complications that none of us had quite expected. 

What we've got just now isn't perfect - there's still a lot of work to be done - but we're good making progress and as you can see, we did manage to get it working to an extent, 'cause that sure ain't Arthur Morgan, that's Sheriff Harmon Thomas!
Finally, putting it all together, here's a shot of @LMS standing in front of his deputies.

Be sure to check back regularly as we continue our adventure into RDR modding, and also make sure to join our Discord server to keep up to date with the latest happenings.  You can find the link to join here: https://www.mod-rdr.com/discord/
Finally it's important to note quickly the difficulty and challenge that comes with modding a new game like RDR 2.  Earlier today, as we set about modding the game, we immediately ran into all sorts of hurdles.  Issues related to the game, to graphics settings, to the launcher, and so on.  There's a lot of frustration, and we all owe @LMS a significant degree of gratitude for his expertise and dedication. 
The poor guy hasn't even been able to progress the game out of the snowy bit yet!
Sam

How will modding in RDR 2 work?

Red Dead Redemption II will, just like GTA V, be powered by the Rockstar Advanced Game Engine (RAGE).  As such, it can almost be said for certain that much of the technical aspects of the game will be similar to GTA V.  Most importantly, it's expected that RDR 2 will share the same scripting system as GTA V (which is what the game's missions and most other things are controlled by).  This is good news for us, as it means that we won't have to familiarize ourselves with a new scripting engine, and will allow us to apply some of our existing knowledge.

Similarly, we also know that RDR 2 employs a similar file format to that found in other RAGE games, although likely with one key difference which could prove to be a bit of a headache.  While we're unable to confirm that this is the case on the PC version due to an additional layer of protection on the pre-loaded files to prevent them being used before the game launches, it is very likely based on other analysis that RPF 8 files (RDR 2) employ a stronger method of encryption than RPF 7 files (GTA V), which in all likelihood will make modding, and even just reading them more difficult.
 
Preparations
Aside from freeing up masses of disk space, stockpiling pizzas and ensuring copious amounts of caffeinated beverages are at hand, we've also been making some more technical preparations for RDR 2 on PC, too.  To better understand our current tooling and how we will need to adapt, we've spent some time recently revising an older Rockstar Games title, also powered by RAGE: Max Payne 3.
Max Payne 3 is interesting for many reasons (and is also a phenomenal story-driven game that's well worth a try - especially when you can get it for free with a pre-purchase of RDR 2), but specifically is intriguing to us in the following ways:
The RDR series isn't GTA, and neither is Max Payne 3.  We expect there will be some significant differences between RDR and GTA, just as there are between Max Payne 3 and GTA. RDR and RDR 2 were developed by Rockstar San Diego, who also developed Max Payne 3. With a lot of help from MulleDK19, we were able to play around with Max Payne 3 and inject our own code at runtime, doing silly things like spawning otherwise unobtainable police cars and disarming all enemies.  For your viewing pleasure, I've included a screenshot of our shenanigans below.

You're not really meant to be a cop in Max Payne 3.
Timeline
Probably the thing that everyone's dying to know: how quickly can we expect mods for RDR 2 to come out.  Unfortunately, there's no way to give a clear cut answer on this just yet - we'll have to wait to get our hands on the game first.  With that being said, there's a couple of things that we do know:
Memory modifications, which are necessary for us to inject code into the game (e.g. for things like LSPDFR, etc.) are ultimately inevitable in some shape or form.  While there's a lot of methods that Rockstar can and have used in the past to prevent against such mods, it's highly unlikely that this kind of modding doesn't come to fruition.  The key here is how easily the game's code can be analysed.  As GTA V on PC progressed as a game, additional levels of protection called obfuscation were added to GTA V to make modding more difficult, we presume as part of an effort to combat online modding - which we don't support or condone.  If high levels of obfuscation are used, it'll be much harder (or even close to impossible) to analyse the game's code, and this will have a big impact on how quickly script mods (like LSPDFR) could be released.  Ideally, other methods to prevent online modding might be employed which don't affect our ability to mod the single player game.  In this case, script mods (especially simpler ones) could appear within a couple of days.  
File modifications, which as the name suggests, change the game files, are a different can of worms altogether.  As explained above, these are largely dependent on the protections and encryption employed within the RPF 8 format (which is new to RDR 2 and has not been seen on PC before).  It's fairly safe to assume that these sorts of modifications, which can include things like custom vehicle models, won't be seen for a little while until after the game is released.  
Note that we originally shared a preview of this insight to our Community Insiders on Patreon.  If you'd like to be the first to know about what's going on, please consider supporting our work - which we do for free - by becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/lcpdfr
Sam

Tips and tricks for newcomers to RDR

Red Dead Redemption 2 is soon coming to PC and we are all very excited. The challenge with such a big game is that you never really know where and how to get started with it. If you haven’t played through the first Red Dead Redemption, then don’t worry. The second game has the number two at the end of it, but it’s considered a prequel, so you won’t be missing out on anything from the first game. The only thing you’ll really miss is the opportunity for some “oh” and “ah” moments of connecting the two games. However, newcomers won’t have to worry about not understanding the story as they’re technically walking in before the events of the first game. Here are some tips you should consider before diving into Red Dead Redemption 2.
Horse commands
A lot of people don’t know this, but you can easily issue commands to your horse. There’s a dedicated menu where you can tell your horse to follow, stay or flee, depending on what might happen at that time. and if you bond with your steed, this will unlock new abilities.
Don’t Forget Your Horse Revival Kit
Speaking of your horse, it’s not an invincible tank in this game that is impervious to damage. Unlike Skyrim’s horses where you don’t care if they fall off a cliff; you’re going to want to care a little bit about your horse in Red Dead Redemption 2. Your horse in RDR2 is everything and you need to make sure you’re ready to revive it after it used itself to shield you in a gunfight. You will be rewarded with a cinematic experience atop your trusty steed while playing so taking good care of your horse pays off.

Master the Dead Eye
The Dead Eye is a feature designed to help you highlight people and animals. It’s the best way to get an instant kill and you will find it incredibly interesting and powerful. That being said, you will have a slow motion attack which will help eliminate your prey very fast and with the utmost convenience.

Make the radar bigger
Sometimes when you play Red Dead Redemption 2 there’s a lot going on or the map or you just can’t find the stuff you expect. That’s why it makes a lot of sense to keep the radar bigger and try to leave all the map options on, so you can see everything.

Take care of Morgan
You need to go and eat often, drink water and also smoke. Morgan has his own needs here and you will have to fulfill them so they can obtain the best results. It’s definitely a good idea to keep in mind, and you will find it easier to play when all those needs are fulfilled. Keeping enough tobacco with you is a necessity pretty much, so you should remember that.
Turn on Toggle to Run
If you are using this setting in the game, you will be able to run at your own pace and without having to worry about any downsides. This is actually a great option if you want to stop tapping the same button again and again.

Pay bounties at the post office
Bounties will appear on your head, so going to the post office to pay off bounties will help you a lot. You can rest assured that it’s the best option to pay off bounties instead of having enemies attack you, so keep that in mind.

Buy train tickets for fast travel
The idea of fast traveling with a train might seem a bit overwhelming at first. But the main focus in this game is to actively try and figure out how to reach your destination quickly. Train tickets are costly, but they will offer a great experience, and that’s what you want to achieve.
Hack Cinematic Mode For Ultimate Laziness
If you’re on your horse, sometimes you just don’t want to keep your keys pressed while navigating through the wildlands. However, you can set your waypoint and have your horse carry you there in the ultimate lazy person’s fashion.
However, don’t expect to be able to walk away to make a sandwich. If you get attacked while on horseback while you’re off your PC then you won’t be able to defend yourself and walk back full of bullet holes.

These simple tips will help you get started pretty well with Red Dead Redemption 2 when it arrives on PC. The game is not as fast paced as GTA V, but it keeps the core of that Wild West vibe alive, and it really helps set a wonderful tone.
 
LMS

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