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When you’re not robbing, riding from town to town, and trying to keep rescue your fellow gangsters from the law in Red Dead Redemption 2, chances are pretty good you’ll be hunting. Tracking and killing animals keeps you and your gang fed and earns you crafting materials, as well as goods to sell to make money to get Arthur better equipment. But for any hunter in Red Dead Redemption 2, the ultimate prize are the various Legendary Animals scattered around the map, whose pelts yield unique rewards–if you’re canny enough to bring them down.

In Chapter 2, you’ll be introduced to your first Legendary Animal in a story mission with Hosea, in which he and Arthur set out to hunt a huge grizzly bear. You can return to the hunt later if you’re so inclined, but it’s possible to take the bear on your first encounter with it, if you’re skilled (or more likely, lucky). If you manage to kill and skin the big grizzly, you’ll get a Legendary Bear Pelt, a unique item in the world of Red Dead Redemption 2 that can be used to make special new gear.

The question is, what exactly do you do with the huge Legendary Bear Pelt once you have it? Red Dead 2 isn’t very clear on this point. In fact, there are special requirements for using the pelts of Legendary Animals–you can’t just sell them to any store in a town, or donate them to Pearson back at your camp. In the case of the Legendary Bear pelt, there’s a good chance you won’t even have heard of the person yet who you need to interact with in order to use it.

Here’s what you need to know about hunting the Legendary Bear, where you’ll find it, and what to do once you’ve killed it.

Where To Find The Bear

The easiest way to get to and deal with the Legendary grizzly is in Chapter 2, when you take on the mission Exit Pursued By a Bruised Ego from Hosea. Arthur and Hosea will head out to find the Baharati Grizzly Bear in the Grizzlies East region, north of O’Creagh’s Run, and once you’ve finished the mission, the bear will be hanging around in the area for you to hunt. Once you’ve fought off the bear during the mission, Hosea will decide to take his leave of hunting giant killer animals with some “I’m getting too old for this s—” dialogue. At that point, you can choose to stick around and finish what you started and take down the bear.

It’s worth noting that the bear is no pushover and it can definitely kill you if you’re not careful. If you’re not outfitted super well at this point in the game, you might want to take some time in the world to earn better gear and improve Arthur’s well-being before you commit to the fight. That said, it’s possible to kill the bear here and now–we did it with Arthur’s stock weapons that he had at this point in the game.

Bring down the bear and you’ll be able to skin it, taking a whole bunch of stuff, including the Legendary Bear Pelt. This is the unique item you need for crafting special clothing you can’t get anywhere else.

You’ve Got The Legendary Bear Pelt–Now What?

Once you have the pelt, you’ll probably be pretty confused about what to actually do with it. Regular shopkeepers won’t take the pelt off your hands, and neither will Pearson in camp. You need to go to a specific person to deal with the pelt: the Trapper.

If you talk to Pearson, he may well off-handedly mention the Canadian fur trapper who hangs around in the area, which will mark the Trapper’s location on your map. He roams around, so make sure to check your map for his icon before heading out. He also has a shop in Saint Denis, located in the southeast corner of the map, in the outdoor market, where you can reliably find him.

When you find the Trapper, you’ll be able to check out his goods, all of which are unique clothes made from the pelts of Legendary Animals. The thing is, you’ll need more than to just take down the bear if you want the whole outfit. Various Legendary Bear items also require other pelts, as well as for you to spend some money. Here’s what you’ll need to craft each piece of the Legendary Bear outfit:

• Legendary Bear Head Hat: Legendary Bear Pelt, $40,
• Legendary Bear Coat: Legendary Bear Pelt, Perfect Bison Pelt, $28
• Legendary Bear Roper: Legendary Bear Pelt, Perfect Bull Hide, $34

Completing the outfit also requires the Boar Riding Gloves, which require a Perfect Boar Pelt and two Perfect Rabbit Pelts, and will cost you $15.

Though each of the bear items notes that a Legendary Bear Pelt is required, there’s only the one. Once you’ve taken down the Baharit Grizzly, you’ll have fulfilled the Bear Pelt requirement for each clothing item.

What Happens If You Lose Your Bear Pelt?

You’ll likely sling the Legendary Bear Pelt onto your horse and then find yourself riding for quite a ways to track down the Trapper, whether you’re headed south to Saint Denis or out into the wilderness. In all that travel time, misfortune can easily befall even the most careful of cowboy, and if your horse falls or you’re killed, you’ll likely lose the Legendary Bear Pelt.

That’s okay! Don’t panic. Whether you carry the pelt physically to the Trapper or not, once you’ve killed and skinned the Baharati Grizzly Bear, the pelt is unlocked. That requirement will be fulfilled on the Trapper’s list even if you don’t actually carry the skin all the way to him. You can still access the clothing items once you have everything you need for the recipes.

There are a whole lot of other Legendary Animals to find out there in the big world of Red Dead Redemption 2–check out our guide on where to locate them all. And try our clothing guide for information about where you can get more clothes to customize Arthur’s look.

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In Red Dead Redemption 2, hunting is an important part of exploration and survival in the vast open world. In addition to finding food and other necessary supplies, you’ll be able to use materials taken from fallen prey to craft outfits and talismans, which unlock special perks that amplify Arthur’s main attributes. As you travel, you may even stumble upon an elusive animal that other explorers have rarely seen. Your first encounter with such a beast will be the Legendary Grizzly Bear, which can offer up a legendary bear pelt if you’re able take it down.

These Legendary Animals can be found across the many regions of the map and take some extra effort to hunt. While some of these are small in stature, there are many that tower in size over Arthur and are quite dangerous in a fight. But if you’re able to take them out, you’ll acquire the means to craft some of the game’s most valuable accessories and outfits. These particular animals offer the rarest pelts and materials you can find, which can be turned in to the local Trappers and Fences–those shady, black market dealers offering up some of the rarest goods. But rest assured, any materials that can’t fit in your bags will be sent straight to the respective merchants.

In this feature, we’re giving you all the details you need in order to track and hunt each of the game’s Legendary Animals. If you want some extra tips for general survival and even fishing–which has its own set of Legendary Fish–be sure to check out our guides and features relating to each of Red Dead 2’s most involved gameplay systems. Furthermore, be sure to check out our new weekly series QuickDraw, which focuses on the game’s numerous gameplay features and along with a broader look on the impact of the Red Dead series.

Legendary Bharati Grizzly Bear

Location: During the Chapter 2 story mission Exit Pursued By A Bruised Ego, you’ll encounter your first Legendary Animal. While it’s possible to take down the bear at this time, you can return later if you want better firepower. You can find it in Grizzlies East, north of the lake O’creah’s Run.

Crafting:
Fence: Bear Claw Talisman (Decreases health core drain by 10%) — Legendary Bear Claw, Silver Chain Bracelet, Quartz Chunk

Legendary Beaver

Location: This rare beaver is known to wander southwest of Butcher Creek, which is directly to the west of Van Horn Trading Post.

Crafting:
Fence: Beaver Tooth Trinket (Slows weapon degradation by 10%) — Legendary Beaver Tooth

Legendary Bighorn Ram

Location: Living up to its name, this unusual ram can be found at Cattail Pond, just west of Valentine–the first town you come across in Chapter 2.

Crafting:
Fence: Ram Horn Trinket (Doubles amount of Creeping Thyme, Oregano, and Wild Mint collected): Legendary Ram Horn

Legendary Boar

Location: The rare boar can be found in Bluewater Marsh, north of Lagras in the Lemoyne region.

Crafting:
Fence: Boar Tusk Talisman (Decreases drain speed of horse health and stamina by 10%) — Legendary Boar Tusk, Cobalt Petrified Wood, Gold Earring

Legendary Buck

Location: In the mountains northwest of Strawberry, you’ll encounter this large buck.

Crafting:
Fence: Buck Antler Trinket (Receive higher quality parts when skinning animals) — Legendary Buck Antler

Legendary Bullgator

Location: First, you’ll need to complete the Chapter 4 story mission Country Pursuits, which introduces you to the beast while showing you why it’s so dangerous. Afterwards, you’ll be able to encounter the massive gator in Bayou Nwa, west of Lakay–which is north of Saint Denis.

Crafting:
Fence: Alligator Tooth Talisman (Decrease dead eye drain speed by 10%) — Legendary Alligator Tooth, Gold Jointed Bracelet, Vintage Civil War Handcuffs

Legendary Cougar

Location: This fearsome feline can be found in Gaptooth Ridge, west of Tumbleweed.

Crafting:
Fence: Cougar Fang Trinket (Increase stamina XP by 10%) — Legendary Cougar Fang

Legendary Coyote

Location: The hunting grounds for this dangerous coyote can be found in Scarlett Meadows, northwest of Northwest of Rhodes and Southeast of the Old Mill.

Crafting:
Fence: Coyote Fang Trinket (Increase dead eye XP by 10%) — Legendary Coyote Fang

Legendary Elk

Location: You can find this animal east of Bacchus Station in the Ambarino region–the northern section of the map.

Crafting:
Fence: Elk Antler Trinket (Increase money from looting by 10%) — Legendary Elk Antler

Legendary Fox

Location: The fox can be found near Mattock Pond, just north of Rhodes in the Lemoyne region.

Crafting:
Fence: Fox Claw Trinket (Increases eagle eye duration by five seconds) — Legendary Fox Claw

Legendary Giaguaro Panther

Location: To encounter this incredibly dangerous animal, you’ll first need to prove yourself as hunter by reaching the rank 9 challenge for Master Hunter. Afterwards, you’ll find it roaming west of Shady Belle in Lemoyne. This is directly east of Braithwaite Manor.

Crafting:
Fence: Panther’s Eye Trinket (Decreases dead eye drain speed by 10% for three seconds) — Legendary Panther Eye

Legendary Moose

Location: This massive moose can be seen in the area of Roanoke Ridge, which is near the northeastern corner of the map. Legendary Pronghorn Location: This rare antelope is found wandering in Rio Del Lobo Rock, just east of Fort Mercer in New Austin.

Crafting:
Fence: Moose Antler Trinket (Increases health exp by 10%) — Legendary Moose Antler

Legendary Tatanka Bison

Location: In New Austin, you can find this rare bison just southeast of the MacFarlane ranch at Hennigan’s Stead.

Crafting:
Fence: Tatanka Bison Horn Trinket (Decreases received melee damage by 10%) — Legendary Tatanka Bison Horn

Legendary White Bison

Location: You can find another rare bison at Lake Isabella, just north of Mount Hagen in Grizzlies West.

Crafting:
Fence: Bison Horn Talisman (Decreases the speed stamina drains by 10%) — Legendary Bison Horn

Legendary Wolf

Location: This elusive wolf can be found in Cotorra Springs, west of Bacchus Bridge in Ambarino.

Crafting:
Fence: Wolf Heart Trinket (Doubles resistance to alcohol) — Legendary Wolf Heart

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Riding on horseback is the primary of getting around in Red Dead Redemption 2‘s massive world. Before long, you’ll find yourself rearing up a multitude of horses in search of the one that’ll get you around the quickest. With not much in the way of fast travel, having a horse that’s not only fast but can withstand the burdens of exploration is essential.

While the question of which horse is the absolute best comes down to preference, there are a few breeds that can be classified as some of the top candidates. Below we discuss these breeds and highlight their locations. If you’re looking for a more in-depth guide on horse care and how to boost your trusty steed’s performance while making bank along the way, we’ve got one in the hopper coming soon, so be sure to check back often to get all the information on how to be a proper horse trainer.

Be mindful that there are some light location spoilers below given how most of these horses can only be acquired later in the game. You should be good for the White-Maned Arabian breed, but be careful when looking at the details below if you want to steer clear of potential story bits.

For more guides, you should check out our features highlighting all the tips you should know before playing and things the game doesn’t tell you. 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. And if you want to have some extra fun, be sure to read our feature detailing the game’s cheat codes.

What Are The Best Breeds?

As stated, there 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. Keep in mind that the stats below reflect the horse when you find it and not at its top condition.

Arabian

Arabian breed horses have some of the best stats overall. There are three coat types in total, each with their own unique statistics: White, Black, and Rose Grey Bay.

White-Maned Arabian

The White-Maned Arabian can only be found in the wild, which makes it possible to find relatively early on. This snow-white beauty wanders around the edges of Lake Isabella. It’s quite difficult to tame, so you’re going to need to be persistent in following it around and calming it down enough before you can approach it.

Compared to other Arabian horses, it has the lowest base Health and Stamina stats–though, it’s still much higher than any of the more standard horse breeds. A worthy compromise for a fantastic horse you can catch and tame so early in the game. Just watch out for the wolves who hang out nearby.

Speed	Acceleration	Handling	Type
6	6	Elite	Superior

Black Arabian

The Black-Maned Arabian horse can be purchased at the Saint Denis Stable during Chapter 4. It has most the well-rounded stats of the Arabian Horses with decent Health and Stamina.

Speed	Acceleration	Handling	Type
6	6	Elite	Superior

Rose Grey Bay-Maned Arabian

The Rose Grey Bay-Maned Arabian can only be bought at the Blackwater Stable during the Epilogue section of the game. It has the highest Health and Stamina of the three Arabian horses.

Speed	Acceleration	Handling	Type
6	6	Elite	Superior

Turkoman

Turkoman breed horses make up their lacking acceleration with solid speed, average handling, and a high Health pool. As a cross between War and Racing breeds, they’re well worth owning for riders who want a trusty steed who can withstand damage without sacrificing speed. All three Turkoman breeds have the same exact stats, which are reflected below along with a brief breakdown of where you can purchase them and when.

Speed	Acceleration	Handling	Type
6	5	Standard	Race / War

• Gold Turkoman: Sold at the Saint Denis Stable during Chapter 4.
• Dark Bay Turkoman: Sold at the Blackwater Stable during the Epilogue.
• Silver Turkoman: Sold at the Tumbleweed Stable during the Epilogue.

Missouri Fox Trotter

The Missouri Fox Trotter balances the best base speed of all the horse breeds with solid Health and high Stamina. As a mix between the Race and Work breeds, the Missouri Fox Trotter comes highly recommended for those who want all of the perks and benefits of a fast riding horse with resilient Stamina. Like the Turkoman breed, all of the Missouri Fox Trotter coats have the same exact stats, which are reflected below along with a brief breakdown of where you can purchase them and when.

Speed	Acceleration	Handling	Type
7	5	Standard	Race / Work

• Amber Champagne: Sold at Scarlett Meadows Stable during Chapter 4.
• Silver Dapple Pinto: Sold at Blackwater Stable during the Epilogue.

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The newest release from GTA developer Rockstar Game, Red Dead Redemption 2 on PS4 and Xbox One, is a game that is filled with secrets and details. Its core story alone takes 50-plus hours to complete as you slowly accumulate wealth and honor. But if you’re someone looking for a shortcut, we’ve got you covered. Much like the original game and GTA V, Red Dead 2 features an assortment of cheat codes that unlock additional resources, with some injecting odd gimmicks and quirks into your game. Bear in mind, you shouldn’t expect these to work in Red Dead Online when that releases in late November.

To find the Cheats menu in Red Dead Redemption 2, press the pause button and select the Settings option. In this menu, press Triangle or Y (on PS4 and Xbox One, respectively) to pull up the Cheats menu. From here, you’ll find a long list of locked cheats. Initially, you won’t know what any of these do or how to unlock them. Many of these codes can be activated by putting in the correct phrase, but others will require some extra time and effort.

In addition to finding passwords while exploring the world, some of which are written into the ground, throughout the game you’ll find newspapers for sale in towns, and some of these offer clues as to how to unlock these extra fun options. More newspapers will become available after completing main missions, which you’ll see detailed in news articles. While many of these cheats introduce some mostly benign bits of fun–such as keeping your character, Arthur Morgan, perpetually drunk–activating these codes at any time will have some consequences for your save game. Once you activate these codes, all Trophies and Achievements will be deactivated on this particular file. As a result, before trying any of these codes, be sure to make a separate file for your main save.

With over 30 codes to unlock, some of which have some specific requirements, we’ve collected a list of cheats that we’ve uncovered thus far. We also have a separate feature discussing some of the most entertaining and best cheats in Red Dead Redemption 2. Be sure to check back with GameSpot as we update this page with new codes, and how to find them.

Cheat Code	Name	Description	How To Unlock
A fool on command	Drunk	Always stay drunk (can be turned off in cheat menu)	No requirements
Abundance is the dullest desire	Infinite Ammo	Unlimited ammunition for all weapons.	Unlocked by purchasing the New Hanover Gazette No. 27 in Valentine or the Blackwater Ledger No. 62. Can be done after journeying to Horseshoe Overlook in Chapter 2.
Better than my dog	Increase Horse Whistle Range	Activating will allow your Horse to find you regardless of distance.	No requirements
Greed is American Virtue	Heavy Weapons	Grants you instant access to the Bold-action Rifle, Mauser Pistol, Pump Action Shotgun, and Semi-Automatic Pistol.	Unlocked by purchasing Saint Denis Times No. 46 or the Blackwater Ledger No. 65 after completing the mission Advertising, the New American Art in Chapter 3.
I shall be better	Set Dead Eye To Level 3	Activating this cheat will upgrade your Deadeye skill. Level 3 is the initial level, but more will be added as it is unlocked.	No requirements
I seek and I find	Set Dead Eye To Level 5	Activating this cheat will upgrade your Deadeye skill. Note this is tied to the “I shall be better” cheat.	No requirements
Keep your dreams simple	Create Wagon	Activating this cheat will spawn a wagon, and along with another horse.	No requirements
Run! Run! Run!	Create Race Horse	Activating this cheat will instantly spawn a Race Horse for use.	No requirements
The lucky be strong evermore	Increase Stamina	Activating this cheat will grant infinite stamina for you and your horse	Unlocked by purchasing the Blackwater Ledger No. 68 after the mission Dear Uncle Tacitus in Chapter 5.
Virtue unearned is not virtue	Increase Honor	Activating this cheat will increase your Honor to the maximum amount (good honor)	Unlocked by purchasing the Blackwater Ledger No. 67 after the mission Banking, The Old American Art in Chapter 4.
Would you be happier as a clown?	Create Circus Wagon	Activating this cheat will create a Circus Wagon for use.	Unlocked by purchasing the Blackwater Ledger No. 73 during Epilogue Part 2.
You flourish before you die	Set Health, Stamina, and Dead Eye Bars to Full	Restores all health, stamina, and Dead Eye energy to full.	No requirements
You are a beast built for war	Create War Horse	Activating this cheat will create a War Horse for use.	Unlocked by purchasing the Blackwater Ledger No. 72 during Epilogue Part 1.
You long for sight and see nothing	Fog Of War	Activating this cheat will reveal the full map before discovery.	Unlocked by purchasing the Blackwater Ledger No. 66 or New Hanover Gazette No.31 after the mission Blood Feuds, Ancient and Modern in Chapter 3.
You seek more than the world offers	Fortify Heath, Stamina, and Dead Eye Bars	Activating this cheat will refill and fortify Health, Stamina, and Dead Eye bars.	Unlocked by purchasing the New Hanover Gazette No.36 after completing The King’s Son mission in Chapter 6.
You want more than you have	Create Superior Horse	Activating this cheat will create a Superior Horse for use.	No requirements (Hint location: Deer Cottage northwest of Annesburg. Found written into the shelves of the drawers)

Red Dead 2 is now available on PS4 and Xbox One. If you want to hear more of our thoughts on Rockstar’s expansive open-world western, check out our full Red Dead 2 review. We’ve got much more in store for the game in the coming weeks, which includes our new recurring series QuickDraw. For now, take a look at our round-up of fascinating and interesting facts the game doesn’t outright tell players, and along with other useful tips you should know.

Editor’s note: Our Red Dead 2 cheats are based on a mix of in-game discovery, and through online research at sites including IGN and Reddit.

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