Bizarre Legends Surface in Red Dead Online's New Telegram Missions
Earn Triple Rewards in "Strange Tales of the West"
July 1, 2025
Author Theodore Levin is compiling an anthology of strange and supernatural stories sweeping across the American frontier—and he’s calling on you to help verify some of the most unbelievable accounts he’s come across.
In "Strange Tales of the West", you’ll face chilling and bizarre challenges in four brand-new Telegram Missions. Collect Levin’s letter from any Post Office or your Camp Lockbox, then open it from your Satchel or access the Telegram Missions through your Player Menu.
New Missions:
The Plague
Rumors are spreading about a deadly illness infecting Armadillo’s residents, turning them into the undead. Your task is to recover several of the infected for study—while avoiding both infection and a violent cult bent on stopping you.
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Embark upon four new adventures that require steely resolve and courage in the face of the odd, twisted, and downright supernatural.
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A scientist near Braithwaite Manor claims to have created artificial life that now roams the estate, attacking anyone who gets too close. Uncover the truth behind the experiment and eliminate any hostile machines you encounter.
The Bayou
In the eerie swamps of Lagras, something monstrous is stirring. Watch out for ambushes from the Swamp Folk and capture the creature rumored to haunt the wetlands.
The Wilderness
A researcher has vanished in Tall Trees while experimenting on a gang of murderers. After the situation spirals out of control, you’ll need to rely on survival skills to craft supplies, find food, and track both the scientist and his captors.
Triple Rewards Through August 4
Take on any Telegram Missions including the new Strange Tales of the West to earn 3X Gold, RDO$, and XP through August 4. (Note: “A New Source of Employment” missions are not included in this bonus.)