Survivalist Challenges

Conquer all 10 Survivalist Challenges in Red Dead Redemption 2! Learn how to fish, hunt, craft, and more with our expert guide. Become a true outdoorsman.

Alright, partner, let's talk about the Survivalist Challenges in Red Dead Redemption 2. These are all about testing your skills in the wild, from fishing and hunting to crafting some serious gear. Think of it as your final exam in becoming a true frontiersman. We'll go through each one, step-by-step, so you can get that sweet satisfaction (and maybe a cool outfit) when you're done.

Survivalist Challenge 1:

This one's pretty straightforward. You need to catch three Bluegill fish. These little guys are super common in most lakes, so just find a nice spot, toss in some cheese for bait (it really helps!), and reel 'em in. Easy peasy.

Survivalist Challenge 2:

Next up, you gotta do some hunting. Your job is to track down and kill five animals, then bring their carcasses back to your camp. So, grab your rifle, find some critters, and make a delivery.

Survivalist Challenge 3:

For this challenge, you'll need to visit a gunsmith and pick up a varmint rifle. Once you've got it, use it to hunt down and kill five animals. It's a good way to practice your aim with this specific weapon.

Survivalist Challenge 4:

This one involves a bit of crafting. Head over to Emerald Ranch and find the Fence. You'll need to purchase blueprints for dynamite, fire, improved, poison, and small arrows. After you've got the recipes, you'll need to explore the world to gather the necessary ingredients for each arrow type. Craft them all, and you'll be golden.

Survivalist Challenge 5:

Time for a trip to Lemoyne! Make your way to The Bayou and look for a riverboat. Be careful, though, as there are usually a few gators hanging around. Once you've found the boat, head to the train tracks and catch a fish to complete this challenge.

Survivalist Challenge 6:

This challenge is all about timing and a steady hand. You need to wait for a predator to be feasting on a corpse, then quickly pop it in the head. You'll have to do this five times, so keep your eyes peeled for any opportunistic carnivores.

Survivalist Challenge 7:

Remember those small game arrows you crafted? Now's their time to shine. You need to take out small animals like rabbits, skunks, and raccoons using these specific arrows. Find a spot where a few of them are gathered, and make a clean shot.

Survivalist Challenge 8:

Get ready to craft some advanced gear. You'll need to make an Improved Tomahawk, a Homing Tomahawk, a Volatile Dynamite, and a Volatile Fire Bottle. Like with the arrows, you'll need to buy the recipes from a Fence (Emerald Ranch is a good bet) and then gather the ingredients to craft them all.

Survivalist Challenge 9:

This is where your fishing skills really get put to the test. You need to catch a fish that weighs around 19lbs. Your best bet is to head to one of the legendary fishing spots on the map and use a lure. Good luck, you'll need it!

Survivalist Challenge 10:

The grand finale! This is the most time-consuming challenge, as you need to have fully completed the main story first. After that, you'll need to catch one of every single type of fish in Red Dead Redemption 2, including all the legendary ones. Make sure you're using the tracking features in the game to keep tabs on what you still need to catch.