New RDR2 Mod Finally Adds Prone & Crawl Gameplay, Transforming Stealth
Red Dead Redemption 2 is celebrated for its incredible depth, but even this massive game had to leave some features on the cutting room floor. For years, players have wondered about the absence of one common mechanic: the ability to go fully prone. Now, a talented modder has answered the call, adding this long-awaited feature in a incredibly polished way.
While Arthur Morgan can crouch behind cover, the ability to lie flat on his belly and crawl through the mud and grass was never an option in the vanilla game. This limited stealth options in a world that otherwise feels incredibly alive and tactile.
The new mod, titled ‘Dive – Crawl N’ Gun‘ by renowned Red Dead modder 14N001st, changes everything. This isn’t a simple animation glitch; it’s a fully realized gameplay mechanic that feels like it could have been developed by Rockstar themselves.
The mod introduces a suite of new actions. Arthur can now dive to the ground to avoid incoming fire, get on all fours to crawl through underbrush, and even aim and shoot his weapon from a prone position. This dramatically changes combat and stealth encounters, offering a new way to approach gunfights and enemy camps.
The most significant advantage is in stealth. The mod includes a dedicated stealth mode while prone, significantly reducing the noise Arthur makes. This allows players to sneak up on enemies with far greater success, using the tall grass of the Heartlands or the shadowy grounds of Lemoyne for true covert operations. It provides much better cover than crouching, making you harder to spot and harder to hit.
What sets this mod apart is its attention to detail. 14N001st has included unique animations and considered how the player character interacts with the environment, ensuring the new mechanics feel seamless and natural within the existing game.
For PC players, this mod is a game-changer. It adds a fresh layer of tactical depth and realism to the already immersive world of RDR2. It demonstrates the incredible creativity of the game’s modding community and their ability to expand upon Rockstar’s masterpiece in meaningful ways.
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The ‘Dive – Crawl N’ Gun’ mod is available for free download now on Nexus Mods. It offers a compelling reason for veterans to revisit the rugged heartland of America and experience its dangers from an entirely new perspective—belly-down in the dirt.