Okay, I just had to share this because my mind is officially blown 🤯. Red Dead Redemption finally hit PC last week, and the modding community wasted ZERO time. I've been playing this game for years on console, but diving back into it on PC with mods feels like a brand-new game. The freedom that mods unlock is just... chef's kiss! 👨‍🍳

One mod in particular has completely changed how I experience the vast, dusty landscapes of the American frontier. A modder named GLITCHEDMATRIX released a work-in-progress mod that lets you play in first-person when you aim down your sights. It's not a perfect, full-blown FPS mode yet, but it's a game-changer. After 16 years (can you believe it's been that long since the original release?), seeing the world through Arthur's eyes—or John's, depending on when you're playing—is a surreal and immersive experience. It makes every gunfight feel more intense and every scenic vista more personal.

Now, a heads-up: the modder is super transparent that this is a "work in progress." If you're a perfectionist, maybe wait a bit. I ran into a few quirks myself. For example, to make first-person work better indoors, the mod removes camera collisions. The trade-off? If you get too close to an NPC or a wall, the camera can get a little... weird and show some odd angles. It's a small price to pay for the novelty, though!

Here’s a quick breakdown of the mod's current state:

• ✅ What Works: First-person aiming is surprisingly solid! It genuinely feels like a different game.

• ⚠️ Current Quirks:

  • No manual toggle between first and third-person (yet!). You're in first-person when aiming, third-person otherwise.

  • Field of View (FOV) can't be adjusted within the mod itself. You'd need a separate FOV mod if the default feels too narrow.

  • Those occasional weird camera angles when you're up close and personal with objects.

• 🌟 The Verdict: Even in its early state, the community feedback is overwhelmingly positive. It's a fantastic proof of concept that shows just how much potential there is.

Just thinking about where this could go in the next few months has me so excited. 🤩 The game is now a blank canvas for modders, and the ambition in the community is already through the roof. Imagine:

• A fully realized, toggleable first-person mode.

• VR support? (A girl can dream!)

• Complete graphical overhauls and new story content.

The possibilities feel endless. This first-person mod is just the beginning. It's like we've been given the keys to the kingdom, and everyone is rushing in to build their own castles. If you've been holding off on replaying Red Dead Redemption, the PC release—and mods like this—are the perfect excuse to saddle up again. Just be prepared for a few bumps on the trail; it's all part of the adventure! 🐎