Red Dead Redemption 2 sets itself apart from the start with its immersive, detailed world. Rockstar left no stone unturned as they created their vision of an increasingly tamed Wild West (and South). Of course, that level of detail extends into the equine realm as well. Expect to find yourself surprisingly attached to the horse at your command, especially if you give them a name.
Red Dead Redemption 2 is an overwhelmingly large game, and it doesn’t always explain itself very well. Ten hours in, I’m still unsure how many of the game’s systems work. But, naming your horse is simple, provided you know where to go.
Where to Go to Name Your Horse in Red Dead Redemption 2
You can name (and rename) your horse at any one of the stables that litter RDR2’s world. Early in the game, you can find the stable shown above in the nearby town of Valentine. Simply ride your horse through the open doors and a menu will open offering a variety of horse-related goods and services.
How to Rename Your Horse in Red Dead Redemption 2
Once the in-stable menu opens, select the bar labeled “Tack and Services.”
From there, ignore anything tack-related for now, and select “Services.” Inside “Services,” you’ll see the option to “Rename Horse.” Select it, and a pop-up screen will appear, allowing you to name your horse. Be sure to pick something a cowboy could be proud of. Or, you know, something self-promoting.
Voila! You are now free to travel through the desert, mountains and swamps of Red Dead Redemption 2’s take on America, on a horse with a name. It’s a nice touch, and one that will make it all the more gut-wrenching when your pal meets its inevitable, violent end. Giddy up!