Hoofed Havoc: Red Dead Redemption 2 Player Meets a Grisly Fate in Unlikely Alliance of Kicking Horses

A Red Dead Redemption 2 gamer has captured the dramatic moment when Arthur meets his demise at the hooves of two kicking horses. In the intricate world of Red Dead Redemption 2, where players have been avidly observing horse details, an unexpected alliance of two equine companions proves fatal.

Prior to Red Dead Redemption 2's release, Rockstar Games extensively outlined various features and open-world elements, with a special emphasis on the attention to detail dedicated to horses. Horses serve a crucial role in the game, aiding players in traversing the expansive landscape efficiently. Cinematics featuring the Vanderlin Gang on horseback further underscore the significance of these loyal mounts. Consequently, players often choose their ideal horses based on both performance statistics and aesthetic preferences. However, in an ironic turn of events, a player attempting to capture a bounty target in Red Dead Redemption 2 found themselves defeated by two horses, including their own.

Shared by Reddit user RazkaTaz, the video unfolds with Arthur Morgan expertly roping a bounty target. As Morgan dismounts and approaches the subdued target, the player switches from the lasso to unarmed using the weapon wheel, prompting the captive NPC to rise. In a sudden turn of events, the bounty target delivers a punch to Arthur Morgan, resulting in a slight health reduction. Unwittingly positioned in close proximity to the horses, Morgan retaliates with a punch that triggers a self-defensive double kick from both equines, striking him simultaneously and leading to his demise.

The clip highlights the unintended consequence of the player's actions, possibly exacerbated by the proximity induced by the lasso maneuver. The punch's impact on the horses triggers a swift and unanticipated response, with both animals delivering fatal kicks faster than the player can evade. The screen fades to black, revealing the bounty target pushed aside by their horse after the dual kick, ultimately concluding with the "Dead" screen as Morgan collapses.

Red Dead Redemption 2's realism has garnered widespread acclaim, and this incident introduces another layer of authenticity to the game. While the occurrence of two horses collaborating in such a deadly manner may be rare, the lifelike reaction to a punch in the face adds a plausible touch. Whether Rockstar intended for horses to possess such lethal potential remains uncertain, but in future encounters, RazkaTaz may exercise caution to avoid finding themselves in the perilous space between two powerful hooves.