Red Dead Redemption Cheat Codes (Single-Player)
Warning: Using cheat codes can take away from the challenge and enjoyment of Red Dead Redemption. But, if you're set on it, here's a guide.
How to Enter Cheats
To enter cheat codes in Red Dead Redemption, follow these steps:
- Pause the game.
- Go to the "Options" menu and select "Cheats." This unlocks the cheat menu.
- Within the "Cheats" menu, you can now type in the desired cheat code using the on-screen keyboard (controlled by your console's controller).
**Important:** Entering a cheat code will disable achievements/trophies for your current save file.
General Cheats
Here are some commonly used cheat codes:
- infinite ammo - Grants unlimited ammo for all weapons.
- fullhealth - Restores your health to full.
- getallweapons - Gives you all available weapons.
- getgoldenhorseshoe - Grants you a golden horseshoe (increases gambling luck).
- increase wantedlevel 5 - Increases your wanted level by 5 stars (use with caution!).
- decrease wantedlevel 5 - Decreases your wanted level by 5 stars.
- set wantedlevel 0 - Removes your wanted level completely.
- godmode - Enables god mode (invincibility). (**Note:** This might not work on all versions.)
Unlockables
Here are some codes to unlock specific features:
- outfit_hunter - Unlocks the Hunter outfit.
- outfit_gunslinger - Unlocks the Gunslinger outfit.
- outfit_lawman - Unlocks the Lawman outfit. /* Note: Might require other conditions */
- allhorses - Unlocks all available horses.
Alternatives to Cheats
Consider these alternatives to using cheat codes:
- Explore the game world thoroughly to find hidden weapons, horses, and upgrades.
- Complete side quests and challenges to earn money and experience.
- Master the game's mechanics (combat, hunting, horse riding) for a more rewarding experience.
- There are mods available for the PC version that can add new content or gameplay adjustments without resorting to cheats.