Project New Austin 1907 - Classic Color Scheme and RDR1 Locations

⭐ ⭐⭐ (4,270 endorsements) 📥 283,747 downloads 📌 vGamblers-And-Ferries 📅 10/5/2021
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By The Dream Team · Maps

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 9/16/2025 📅 Created: 10/5/2021
⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
1🛠️ Script Hook RDR2 — Script Hook RDR2 Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #1 of 59 Maps mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

 

                              

KristianD3             TuffyTown                 DustyOatMilk

Redemptify                       KristianD3            Sir Joseph Windsor

SoggyFry                              MonsieurGremlin                           Shimbo

SomeClassyToast                                    SgtJoe                         Manyou

Rixus                        Modifiver                      DavidBuckhorn

RedMaxBR                  Kermit The Memer

MistaSwede                                Wocky

NotBakou                                  GoldenPlaysTerraria

                                                 Blackjack Colver Voltaire

ChunkLeChuck

Ben             KristianD3                       Dexyfex

Kermit The Memer               Branjer130

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Project New Austin 1907 is a map overhaul for Red Dead Redemption 2 that applies a classic color scheme and adds locations from the original RDR1. With 4,270 endorsements and 283,747 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a nostalgic visual and geographical update. The mod credits a large team of contributors, indicating a collaborative effort.

✨ Key Features

Adds a classic color scheme to the New Austin region, evoking the original Red Dead Redemption.
Incorporates locations from RDR1 into the RDR2 map.
Credits a team of over 20 modders, suggesting a comprehensive overhaul.
High community adoption with 4,270 endorsements and 283,747 downloads.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust – 4,270 endorsements and 283k downloads show this mod is battle-tested.
  • Brings back that RDR1 vibe with a classic color palette and familiar locations – perfect for nostalgia trips.
  • Backed by a big team of modders, so you know it's not a half-baked project.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in September 2025 – might be behind on recent game patches, so watch for compatibility issues.
  • Map overhauls can clash with other mods that touch the same regions – check your load order.
  • No detailed feature list in the description, so you're going in somewhat blind on what exactly changes.
🎯 Is This For You?
For RDR2 players who loved the original Red Dead Redemption and want to revisit New Austin with a classic look and familiar spots. Also for modders who appreciate large-scale collaborative projects. Skip if you're happy with the vanilla map and don't care about nostalgia.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Vortex to handle installation and avoid overwriting files manually.
  • If you're using other map mods, place this one lower in your load order to prevent conflicts.
  • Check the mod's comments section for any known issues with the latest game version before installing.

📊 Mod Details

Game
RDR2 Mods
Author
The Dream Team
Version
Gamblers-And-Ferries
Downloads
283,747
Endorsements
4,270
Category
Maps
Created
10/5/2021
Updated
9/16/2025

🔧 How to Install RDR2 Mods

Install Script Hook RDR2 first. Most mods go in game directory.

📖 Full step-by-step install guide for RDR2 →

Visit the official mod page for specific installation instructions for this mod.

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