Red Dead Redemption 2 Cheat Codes for PC
Secret phrases, hidden wagons, and infinite cash await. Discover every RDR2 cheat code and the hidden newspaper requirements you need to activate them
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Red Dead Redemption 2: Cheats Guide
Red Dead Redemption 2 uses a hidden cheat system built around secret phrases. This guide brings together the most widely documented cheat codes in Red Dead Redemption, along with their effects and the common newspaper requirements players may need to satisfy. Whether you're playing Red Dead Redemption 2 PS4, PS5, or Xbox the cheat phrases below work the same way across all platforms, since these Red Dead Redemption game cheats are built directly into the console version of the game rather than tied to any single system.
If you've been searching for Red Dead Redemption PS5 news, it's worth noting that the original Red Dead Redemption remaster and Red Dead Redemption 2 are separate titles, and the cheat codes in this guide apply specifically to Red Dead Redemption 2. Players who prefer a more customized experience can also look into Red Dead Redemption 2 mods on PC, which offer even deeper control over gameplay than the built-in cheat menu, though mods are not available on consoles.
💡 How to Enter Cheats in RDR2
Pause the game and open Settings.
Press Triangle on PlayStation, Y on Xbox, or F on PC to open the Cheats Menu.
Press the same button again to bring up the text entry field.
Enter the phrase exactly as shown, then toggle the cheat On or Off.
⚠️ Important Note: Cheats are fun, but they disable saving and trophy or achievement progress while active. It is a good idea to save your game before turning any cheat on.
💡 Tip: The game is generally case-insensitive for cheat phrases, but punctuation matters. If a phrase includes a period, enter it exactly as written.
1. Player Status & Ability Cheats
Effect | Cheat Phrase to Type | Newspaper Requirement |
|---|---|---|
Infinite Dead Eye |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Set Dead Eye to Level 3 |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Set Dead Eye to Level 4 |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Set Dead Eye to Level 5 |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Full Health, Stamina & Dead Eye Bars |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Fortify All Bars (Health, Stamina, Dead Eye) |
| Yes (Buy New Hanover Gazette #36 / Blackwater Ledger #68 after Chapter 2) |
Increase Health, Stamina & Dead Eye Levels |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Infinite Stamina (Arthur & Horse) |
| Yes (Buy Blackwater Ledger #68 after Chapter 2) |
Increase Wanted Level |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Decrease Wanted Level |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Reset Honor Level (to neutral) |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Set Honor to Maximum |
| Yes (Buy Blackwater Ledger #67 after Chapter 4) |
Learn All Crafting Recipes |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Unlock All Outfits \* |
| None (usually available immediately) |
🛑 Typo Note: The outfit cheat includes a period after the first word. Type it exactly as
Vanity. All is vanityor the game will reject it.
2. Weapons, Ammo & Combat Cheats
Effect | Cheat Phrase to Type | Newspaper Requirement |
|---|---|---|
Basic Weapons Pack |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Gunslinger Weapons Pack |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Heavy Weapons Pack |
| Yes (Buy Lemoyne Signal #29 after Chapter 3) |
Infinite Ammo |
| Yes (Buy New Hanover Gazette #27 after Chapter 1) |
Stealth Weapons Pack |
| None (usually available immediately) |
3. World & Environment Cheats
Effect | Cheat Phrase to Type | Newspaper Requirement |
|---|---|---|
Get $500 Cash Instantly |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Increase Horse Whistle Range |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Increase Camp Upgrades & Max Ledger |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Reveal Entire Map |
| Yes (Buy Blackwater Ledger #66 after Chapter 3) |
4. Vehicle & Horse Spawn Cheats
Spawn Target | Cheat Phrase to Type | Newspaper Requirement |
|---|---|---|
Spawn Superior Horse (Rose Grey Bay Arabian) |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Spawn Race Horse |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Spawn War Horse |
| Yes (Buy Blackwater Ledger #75 during Epilogue) |
Spawn Random Horse |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Spawn Circus Wagon |
| Yes (Buy Blackwater Ledger #73 during Epilogue) |
Spawn Luxury Stagecoach |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Spawn Horse and Cart / Wagon |
| None (usually available immediately) |
Spawn Buggy |
| None (usually available immediately) |
📰 How Newspaper Requirements Work
Some cheats will not activate until you own the correct newspaper issue in your inventory. If you enter the phrase and the game rejects it, check whether the cheat is marked as requiring a newspaper.
To unlock those cheats, visit a newspaper vendor in towns such as Valentine, Rhodes, Saint Denis, Blackwater, or Annesburg, buy the required paper, and make sure you have progressed far enough in the story to access that edition.
Final Thoughts
These cheat codes in Red Dead Redemption remain one of the easiest ways to experiment with the game's world, whether you want infinite ammo, full health bars, or a brand new horse. The full list of Red Dead Redemption cheats above works whether you're on console or revisiting the story years after release, and if you're on PC, pairing them with popular Red Dead Redemption 2 mods can open up even more possibilities. No matter which platform you're on, these Red Dead Redemption game cheats make it easy to enjoy Arthur Morgan's story on your own terms.