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Red Dead Redemption II is set to launch alter this month and Rockstar has revealed that the second gameplay trailer will be released today.

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The first trailer revealed insight into what players can expect from the highly anticipated game and the second look will be out today at 2pm BST/ 9am EST.

In the previous video it was confirmed that part two would include a look at some of the missions and other in-game activities.

Here is everything you need to know about the games release date and how to pre-order a copy.

When is the Red Dead Redemption II release date?

The game will be released on Friday 26 October and it will be available on PS4 and Xbox One.

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How to pre-order Red Dead Redemption II

You can pre-order a digital copy of the game directly from the Red Dead Redemption II website or through your PS4 or Xbox One store.

Alternatively you can pre-order the game through retailers such as Game and Amazon.

What are the different versions of the game?

There are three different versions that you can buy – standard edition, special edition and ultimate edition.

Special Edition

Features include an exclusive story mode content including a special bank robbery mission and gang hideout, as well as a thoroughbred racehorse with a Nuevo Paraiso Saddle.

Players will also receive items for the story mode – an Eagle Talon Talisman for his boots and an Iguana Scale for his satchel, and both items give him special skill boosts when they are equipped.

Other features include gameplay boosts and cash bonuses as well as access to additional weapons and a Neuvo Paraiso Gunslinger outfit.

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Ultimate Edition

This edition includes all of the extra story mode content that features in the special edition as well as various extra additions.

Other bonus content includes two other exclusive outfits – The Blackrose Bounty Hunter and the Copperhead Enforcer.

Players also get an extra horse with the Black Chestnut thoroughbred with a High Plains Cutting Saddle.

You can also get rank bonuses to help you climbing the rankings faster in the online mode and get free access to additional weapons and ways to customize you personal online camp with the Survivor theme.

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