When Dutch, Arthur, and Lenny storm a Saint Denis trolley station in Red Dead Redemption 2’s “Urban Pleasures,” what begins as a high-stakes heist quickly spirals into chaos. With lawmen in relentless pursuit and a runaway trolley careening through the city, every decision counts. Can you rob the station, fend off waves of enemies, and secure a daring escape while meeting the Gold Medal requirements? Dive into this action-packed mission where strategy and precision are the keys to survival.
Walkthrough: A new day, a new heist for Dutch’s gang. Go to Saint Denis and meet with Dutch and Lenny. Enter the station, approach the citizens marked by the game and rob them.
Wait for the cashier to open the cash register, loot the safe and then jump into the moving trolley. Shoot the law enforcers (Arthur can swap sides on the trolley).
Watch the cut-scene. Time for more shooting. Stay close to your friends. Keep moving forward and shoot every enemy.
You reach a wagon – sit next to Lenny. Move forward.
Shoot the pursuers. Don’t let them jump on the wagon (one of the requirements for the gold medal).
On the bridge, rotate the camera to see the road in front of you. Lenny throws a dynamite – this starts an automatic Dead Eye sequence. Aim at the dynamite and shoot it. The mission ends after the cut-scene.
How to get a gold medal in Urban Pleasures?
- Rob all the customers in the trolley station – Approach the three clients and rob them.
- Kill 10 lawmen while on the trolley – Swap the sides and shoot the enemies.
- Prevent any lawmen jumping on the back of the wagon – Don’t let them get too close to the wagon.
- Shoot the dynamite Lenny throws – On the bridge, rotate the camera to see the road in front of you. Prepare yourself to shoot.
- Complete the mission without taking any health items.
What makes “Urban Pleasures” a standout mission in Red Dead Redemption 2
“Urban Pleasures” stands out in Red Dead Redemption 2 due to its intense pacing, cinematic action, and blend of chaos and strategy. The mission transitions from a high-stakes robbery in Saint Denis’ trolley station to a thrilling escape involving a runaway trolley and relentless lawmen. Its standout moments include managing dynamic shootouts, preventing lawmen from boarding your getaway wagon, and executing precise objectives like shooting dynamite mid-chase. The combination of urban chaos, tight teamwork with Dutch and Lenny, and the mission’s Gold Medal challenges make it a memorable highlight in the game’s narrative4.
How does the mission’s setting in a trolley station enhance the gameplay experience
The trolley station setting in Red Dead Redemption 2’s “Urban Pleasures” mission enhances the gameplay experience by introducing a dynamic and confined urban environment that heightens tension and excitement. The tight corridors and bustling surroundings of Saint Denis force players to adapt their combat strategies, making shootouts feel more intense and chaotic. Additionally, the setting allows for a thrilling sequence involving a runaway trolley, which adds variety to the mission’s pacing and integrates traversal mechanics seamlessly into the action. This urban backdrop contrasts sharply with the game’s more open-world settings, offering a fresh and memorable gameplay experience.
