Fans of Red Dead Online have banded together in an attempt to save the dying title, creating a petition that has reached over 350 signatures in a matter of hours. Red Dead Online was deemed "dead" after Rockstar Games announced it would no longer be updating the title back in 2022. While there are still plenty of hardcore fans who play the game to this day, those who enjoy what the title has to offer feel "abandoned" and wish Rockstar would come back to RDO and give them the they long for.

The "#savereddeadonline" petition was created yesterday by Change.org Missrissax Tiktok, and it seems to have already weighed on the hearts of RDO fans as there are 364 signatures at the time of writing. Explaining the petition, the writes:

"Unfortunately, the game has seen no significant updates nor new content in the last three years, leaving its dedicated fanbase feeling overlooked and dissatisfied. The community yearns for the resumption of weekly updates, enhancing player engagement with fresh content, increasing the diversity and complexity of in-game challenges, and strengthening the game's overall experience."

A New Petition To Save Red Dead Online Has Surfaced

Fans Still Can't Get Enough Of RDO

Though the Red Dead Online petition is quite new, the response to it thus far has been overwhelming. Taking a look at the comments on the petition, it's very clear that fans have a deep love for the title and want nothing more than a little from Rockstar. Commenter Elizabeth states, "RDO has been a huge part of my life since it's [sic] release. Played everyday [sic], made content and enjoyed the beauty of this game. It deserves more TLC from the creators."

Most of the comments agree with this sentiment, including a few that mention how RDO is more than just a game to them, it is an escape from reality that some people desperately need. This is the case with many video games, as players can become anyone they wish to be, run around a fake world that holds great value to them, and escape the "rat race" they consider life to be.

With No New Content In Years, Fans Of Red Dead Redemption Feel Forgotten

Maybe Rockstar Will Hear Fans' Pleas

Rockstar Games slammed the hatchet down on Red Dead Online back in 2022 in order to focus on GTA, which is a thriving franchise in its own right. While the developer initially stated it would be focusing on implementing small missions and expansions of existing modes, there has not been much in of content released for RDO since then. Fans felt betrayed and upset, as they had put many hours and even years into the title for it to slowly be left behind by its creators.

While the future of RDO is unknown, there are a few games that have been released since then that are slightly similar and could provide fans with a similar experience. For those who never seem to have found a game quite like Read Dead Online, only time will tell whether Rockstar will circle back and release something new.

Update: Red Dead Online Petition Continues To Receive Signatures

The Petition Is On Track To 1,000 Signatures

The petition to save Red Dead Online continues to reach fans of the title. Despite just being created two days ago, the number of signatures on the petition to save RDO has sured 700 as of today, February 17. At the time of this writing, the petition had gathered 733 verified signatures, but the number is increasing with each page refresh, making it likely that it will 1,000 before the end of the day.

For a game that hasn't had the of its developers in years, this is certainly an impressive turnout. Comments continue to pour in from ionate fans, including many who note that they play the game together with friends and loved ones. It's clear that despite receiving no updates since 2022, the community remains strong and united in their love for the online game.

Red Dead Online Lives On Despite Lack Of

RDO Still Has Over 1K Monthly Players

Seeing this many fans voicing their love for Red Dead Online is a great sign for Rockstar Games, since it shows that people are still interested in the title. The game's numbers corroborate the interest in the petition, showing that fans are still logging into the game. In fact, according to Steam Charts, the title still has over 1,000 average monthly players, and these numbers don't take into PS4, Xbox, or non-Steam PC platforms. This data is promising, since it shows player interest in the game even though it hasn't gotten an update in over two years.

Ultimately, the decision to start working on new content and updates for the online Red Dead title will depend on whether it makes financial sense to it. Rockstar Games is currently busy with other projects, including the highly anticipated GTA 6 release, so returning to Red Dead Online might not be its biggest priority. However, as this petition gains popularity and signatures, it might help show the developers that this beloved online game is worth their attention, after all.

Sources: Change.org, Steam Charts