ARed Dead Redemption 2player has helped the game’s main protagonist, Arthur Morgan, reach Peak Male Performance in the game’s single-player mode. This player’s Arthur is heavier when compared to the versions of the character that typically find their way on the internet. It is one of many possible looks the character can have thanks toRed Dead Redemption 2’s realistic gameplay mechanics.
In 2018, the gamehit shelves and digital storefronts worldwide.Red Dead Redemption 2received near-universal critical praise from criticsat its release, but some criticized its emphasis on realistic gameplay mechanics. One mechanic, for example, requires the player to make Arthur Morgan eat in order to maintain his body weight. One player, however, managed to give Arthur a body that the internet would describe as Peak Male Performance.
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Peak Male Performance is a meme that originated in 2016 and generally praises the looks of a man with a heavier set body that contradicts the ideal male physique the media tends to push. World record-holding powerlifterDarren McCormac described Thor’s look inGod of War: Ragnaroksimilarly. In a recent post, Reddit user TheKey32 shared a version of Arthur Morgan, who had achieved a Peak Male Performance physique. The character noticeably has a large mustache along with a noticeable stomach, and he is dressed in a suit and has his hair combed.
As mentioned above, the game had its fair share of criticisms. Much of the coregameplay forRed Dead Redemption 2was revealed in a trailerbut failed to prepare some for how in-depth some mechanics were. They required Arthur to shave, take baths, and change clothing based on the weather, which can all affect the way the game plays and how other NPCs interact with him. In this particular instance, TheKey32 opted to give Arthur a larger body and allow the character to achieve Peak Male Performance.
At the time of its release,Red Dead Redemption 2had the second-biggest video game opening of all time. Currently, it is the 9th best-selling game of all time. Some, however, are concerned that as Rockstar pivots towards the development ofGrand Theft Auto 6, theRed Dead Redemptionfranchise could go the way ofBullyandMidnight Club. Regardless of what direction the developer takes,Red Dead Redemption 2will still be available to the players allowing them to make their own player character in whatever image they deem fit, which includes giving them a nice dad bod.
Red Dead Redemption 2is available for PC, PS4, Stadia, and Xbox One.
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