"Surge in 'Red Dead Redemption 2' Popularity Puzzles Gamers"

The resurgence of interest in 'Red Dead Redemption 2' is attributed to several factors: significant discounts on platforms like Steam, heightened anticipation for GTA 6 stirring interest in Rockstar's titles, popular YouTubers like Act Man creating content around the game, and the enduring quality of the game itself. Despite the lack of DLC for the main game and the underwhelming performance of Red Dead Online, the base game continues to attract players, especially with the current sale pricing it at $20.