Red Dead Redemption 2 players warned they've 48 hours to claim free download

Now is the time to get your affairs in order in Red Dead Redemption 2.

We know that sounds a tad ominous, but the clock is already counting down to this free download disappearing – if you want to get it, you’ve got to act now.

October is spooky season, and with its arrival comes a range of new content for Red Dead Redemption 2 players to explore.

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Although some aspects of these freebies aren’t time sensitive, there are those that are, with this free download being one of them.

Moonshiner bonuses have arrived in Rockstar’s beloved title, with some of you possibly already having claimed the first freebie from these weekly challenges.

We’re here to tell you about the second bonus that’s available.

“Complete a Moonshiner Sale to receive an offer for 40% off an Established or Distinguished Moonshiner Role Item,” the Red Dead Online page details.

This bonus has been available since 8 Oct. Unfortunately for you, you now only have 48 hours left to claim it.

Despite there being a tight deadline, we’re confident you’ll be able to let the good times roll if you put your mind to it.

If you should miss out on this opportunity, don’t fret as there’ll soon be other missions to keep you busy.

To ensure you don’t end up missing the boat, so to speak, it’s worth knowing a handy new secret that’ll prevent you from ever being late again.

It pays to know these details, especially when time is of the essence.

You should be able to still make that 48 hour window provided you jump back in the saddle and start playing now.

Ignore our words and you may just end up swigging that moonshine wishing you’d been quicker off the mark.