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Check out this Red Dead Online guide about Target Races! Find out more information about how to play this Race Series game mode, race rules, gameplay tips & more!

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Target Races Overview

Target Races Summary

Target Races Summary

Target Races will not just test your Horse's speed and stamina. You also need to rely on your keen eye, and shooting skills! Shoot at targets along the course in order to progress through the match! First player to hit all targets and cross the finish line wins!

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Accuracy Is Rewarded In This Mode

Accuracy Is Rewarded In This Mode

Shooting at targets will not only allow you to progress through the course, it will also grant your horse some bonus stamina! The more accurate your shot is, the more stamina your horse gets!

Shooting Enemies Is Allowed

Shooting Enemies Is Allowed

Watch your back partner! Shooting at other players is also allowed in this game mode! This will cause you to fall off your horse, and respawn along the course after some time. Keep safe to avoid lowering your position!

How To Play Target Races

Shoot At Targets To Progress The Course

Shoot At Targets To Progress The Course

Targets will be in ablaze so you can easily see them in the race. Shoot at them in order to progress through the course. Successfully shooting a target will cause it to disappear, allowing you to pass through!

Start The Match With A Bow

Start The Match With A Bow

The playing field is leveled at the start of the match. All players will be starting with a bow to shoot at the targets. This means that you need to get up close to the target, and there is a delay when you fire, and when the arrow is released.

You Can Get Better Weapons In The Match

You Can Get Better Weapons In The Match

You may come across some barrels as you make your way through the course. Barrels whose icons are weapons can be run over which will equip you with a better weapon. This lets you shoot target faster, and from further away!

Run Over Barrels To Regenerate Stamina

Run Over Barrels To Regenerate Stamina

Barrels with a lightning icon will also be scattered around the course. You can run over these barrels to instantly replenish some stamina for your horse, allowing you to sprint faster!

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