Red Dead Redemption: Where to Find Cougars

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Red Dead Redemption: Where to Find Cougars

As a seasoned cowboy who’s spent countless hours roaming the dusty trails of Red Dead Redemption, I can tell you that tracking down those elusive cougars has been quite the challenge – much like trying to catch a greased pig at a county fair!

Explore the expansive, wild frontier of Red Dead Redemption, where a richly detailed universe beckons you to participate in a myriad of activities beyond the main storyline. Engage in tasks as diverse as assisting travelers and gathering hard-to-find plants, or pursue dangerous wildlife across the untamed landscape.

In the game, one of the Master Hunter challenges involves killing two cougars using only melee weapons and skinning them afterwards (not necessarily the same ones you killed). Finding cougars can initially seem difficult because they tend to hide in shadows and attack when you least expect it. However, learning their habitats and strategies to lure them out will significantly improve your chances of capturing these elusive predators.

Where To Find Cougars In Red Dead Redemption

Although cougars are seldom seen, they are surprisingly common across New Austin. In certain areas, these cats can be spotted throughout the day, whereas in others, they only emerge from their hiding places during specific hours. Here are some optimal spots to encounter cougars in Red Dead Redemption, along with information on when it’s best to go hunting for them:

  • Plainview: You can find a few cougars prowling the road that passes through Plainview. Fortunately, cougars in this area can be found throughout the day, except in rainy weather. However, beware of the wolf packs that also inhabit this region, as they can pose an additional threat while you’re distracted by cougars.
  • Stillwater Creek: A few cougars can be found near the railway tracks north of Stillwater Creek during the daytime. Be careful while scouting this area, as cougars tend to hide in tall grass and ambush when least expected.
  • Rio Bravo: You’ll find an increased cougar population in Rio Bravo, especially around Fort Mercer and Repentance Rock. The wild cats stalk this region throughout the day.

Occasionally, I stumble upon cougars pursuing computer-controlled characters or engage in impromptu hunting contests with them.

Things To Know Before Hunting Cougars In Red Dead Redemption

Red Dead Redemption: Where to Find Cougars

In the video game “Red Dead Redemption,” cougars are cunning animals and they typically prefer to ambush rather than confront directly. These dangerous beasts can easily kill John with just two attacks, while his horse is vulnerable to one hit. If you’re playing on hardcore mode in this game, it’s best not to hunt cougars while riding your horse because horse deaths are permanent in this setting. Hunting cougars in “Red Dead Redemption” demands a blend of skill and luck, and here are some suggestions to help you succeed:

  • Cougars make a distinct growl when they spot you, and when you hear this growl, immediately dismount from your horse to prevent its death from a cougar attack.
  • Use bait to draw cougars out of hiding and take them out when they are busy investigating the bait.
  • If attacked by a cougar, immediately consume medicine to restore your health and withstand a potential follow-up attack.
  • If you wish to hunt cougars from horseback, consider taming a wild horse or stealing one.
  • Cougars can be lassoed, but they cannot be restrained forever. If held in a lasso for too long, the cat will charge you instead of escaping. You may want to lasso a cougar if you plan to finish it off with a shotgun, but never lasso a cougar on horseback, as the beast will attack your horse once it breaks free.

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2024-11-05 12:43