Camps

Camps are temporary resident locations, established in the wilderness. Camps are an essential component in the American west at the time of Red Dead Revolver and Red Dead Redemption, and are important for travel and professions involving resource-extraction. Camps provide an opportunity for individuals and their horses to eat and rest; campfires integral to provide light and keep away predatory animals. Rudimentary tents provide shelter from the elements and mild comfort, but are not necessary.

In Red Dead Redemption, the player can establish a camp once night falls. Camps are used for saving game progress, regenerating ammunition, and can be upgraded if the player has the necessary supplies. Players may also join already made camps to listen to tales of many events in the game. Interestingly, the player may sometimes hear stories related to the narrative of Red Dead Revolver.

Camps are established using a campsite kit, stored in the player's inventory. Available camp kits are the Basic Campsite and the Improved Campsite.