10 Breathtaking Video Game Moments We'll NEVER Forget
3. Crossing The Border Into Mexico - Red Dead Redemption
Music is the kind of thing you might not always notice in video games, but it is vital to the equation. Red Dead Redemption has one of the finest case studies for this, as one choice of song makes all the difference and creates one of the most beautiful moments in gaming.
The scene in question is when John Marston makes his way into Mexico for the first time, galloping across the border as the song "Far Away" by Jos Gonzalez accompanies him. It's simple, effective, and utterly breathtaking.
This song choice is perfect, as it encourages you to really take the journey in. Sure, you're travelling into a new area, but you're also taking another big step in John Marston's story. Gonzalez's beautiful vocals and poignant lyrics reflect just how far the character has come. He's far away from his family, his home, and the life he is searching for.
The combination of music and visuals turns what could have been a standard sequence into something unforgettable. Nuanced moments like this prove why Rockstar is such a tip-tier studio.