RDR2 update version 1.17 released on PS4 and Xbox One. According to the official RDR2 1.17 patch notes, the new update brings new gameplay changes and bug fixes. Apart from this, RDR2 update 1.17 also includes stability and performance improvements.
PlayStation Plus members receive 3 Free Mash Refills and Trader Resupplies this week, and those Red Dead Online players who connected their Social Club account with Twitch Prime will receive the Collector’s Bag and Polished Copper Moonshine Still, both free of charge.
Previously, the last update was released with three new Frontier Pursuits, new bounty hunter, trader, and collector specialist roles and more in Red Dead Online. Unfortunately, many players are still experiencing a number of issues while trying to play the game online. The new RDR2 version 1.17 is expected to fix a few of these issues. Check out more details below.
RDR2 update 1.17 patch notes
SPECIALIST ROLE XP BONUSES INCLUDES LEGENDARY BOUNTIES, BOOTLEGGER MISSIONS AND MUCH MORE
Whether you’re new to Frontier Pursuits or you’ve journeyed through each path you can pick up a 40% XP boost from Role activities for both your character progression and your Role progression this week.
- Moonshiner: 40% XP & Role XP boost on all Sales, Moonshine Story and Bootlegger Missions
- Bounty Hunter: 40% XP & Role XP boost on Bounty Hunter Missions, including Legendary Bounties
- Trader: 40% XP & Role XP boost on Sales and Resupply Missions, as well as making Stew in your camp
- Collector: 40% XP & Role XP boost on sales of complete Collection sets
NEW TO THE CATALOGUE THIS WEEK
CHARLESTON TOP HAT, REAVES TOP HAT AND CAUGHERTY SHIRT
The Wheeler, Rawson & Co. catalogue has a selection of new wares available for purchase this week. Permanent additions include the Charleston and Reaves Top Hats and the men’s Caugherty Shirt.
Meanwhile, the Morning Tail, Irwin and Eberhart Coats, plus the Furred and Woodland Gloves are available for on a limited time only basis, so make sure to get them while you can. These items and so many more can be purchased either at your local Tailor or via the Catalogue’s mail order.
THE LOVERS COLLECTION
MADAM NAZAR IS GETTING INTO THE VALENTINE’S DAY SPIRIT
Send her the Chocolate Daisy, Yellow Gold Diamond Ring and the Two of Cups Tarot Card to complete the Lovers Collection and receive a handsome reward in return.
ADDITIONAL BONUSES & BENEFITS
MOONSHINER PROPERTY DISCOUNTS AND MORE
If your purse strings are tight, there are plenty of ways to save coin in Red Dead Online. Moonshiners can take 25% off the price of all Moonshiner Properties (including property relocation fees). Upgrade your property with a Bar Expansion to entertain friends and serve Marcel’s masterfully crafted Moonshine in, then decorate with customizable Bar Themes.
Elsewhere, you can take 5 Gold Bars off the Bounty Hunter License, Butcher Table and Collector’s Bag. If you’re looking to establish your camp, take 30% off the Stew Pot and Weapons Locker — both should help you fend for yourself out in the wilderness.
Bug Fixes
- Improvements to reduce issues with ambient wildlife populations in certain Red Dead Online sessions. Ongoing improvements are underway to reduce these issues across all platforms.
- Fixed stuttering/lag issues.
- RDR2 1.17 has fixed glitches.
- Fixed crashing issues.
- Fixed framerate drop issues.
- Added performance and stability improvements.
- Various under the hood fixes
RDR2 update 1.17 is now available for download on PS4 and Xbox One.
