Sleep Deprivation

⭐ ⭐ (269 endorsements) 📥 6,945 downloads 📌 v2.0.4 📅 6/16/2021
⚪ Last updated 2022

By crossed99 · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 1/1/2022 📅 Created: 6/16/2021
⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
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Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #190 of 208 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Verion 2. 04: Sleeping doesn't restore sleep core after missions is fixed.

Verion 2. 0. 1:

- The mod hagning up after missions should be fixed.

- Added some ini options: ENABLE_PERSISTENCE, DISABLE_DURING_MISSIONS, ADJUST_CORE_AFTER_MISSION, ENABLE_BLINK, ENABLE_SLEEP_CORE.

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Introduction: There are a lot of awesome mods that make Red Dead 2 a more realistic and immersive experience thanks to the amazing modding community <3

One thing that still bothered me is that you never really need to sleep, this mod attempts to fix that.

Almost everything below is customizable in the .ini file.

What this mod does:

- After going without sleep for a certain amount of time Arthur / John becomes tired. (When your normal sleep core gets depleted)

Being tired slowly drains your cores, you'll do "heavy blinks" (screen fades out for a second) & Arthur will make tired / annoyed sounds and the screen goes slightly blurry (optional).

- Eventually you'll pass out of sleep deprivation. (When your secondary sleep core gets depleted)

Passing out doesn't count as a good night sleep, it'll only take you back to 'very tired' state and only refills your cores to 25%.

-Ability to take a quick nap anywhere:

While you're crouching press the "menu_up" key (up arrow by default) to bring up the prompt. Taking a nap takes two hours, it refills your cores up to to 50% and takes you back to rested state, BUT it'll only take half as much time to become tired again than after resting properly. Napping has no safeguards, it's up to you to only do it at appropriate places and times!

Bringing up the 'take a nap' prompt will make your character sit down, you can also use it to sit down anywhere (even if you don't want to sleep) - just for role play reasons..

-Use stimulants to recover your sleep core and stay on your feet longer!

Drinking coffee will recover 30% of your sleep core.

Cocain Gum, Miracle Tonic, Bitters will recover 20%.

They are on a 2 in-game hour time out, meaning after drinking coffee, drinking again within 2 hours minutes will do nothing.

You CAN however drink coffee and take another stimulant to stack their effects.

After 2 hours you can drink again but it'll only be 50% as effective as the first one. The third one will be only 25% and so on... until you sleep.

Taking stimulants while your sleep core is full will overcharge it, so you can drink your morning coffee for full effect.

-Sleep core HUD element:

It shows you how tired are you. The normal core runs out when you reach the 'tired' state (core drain & you start blinking).

After that a second (grey) outer core will appear, when it runs out you

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Sleep Deprivation is a gameplay mod for Red Dead Redemption 2 that adds a sleep mechanic, forcing Arthur to rest by draining cores when tired, with heavy blinks and passing out. It also allows napping anywhere. With 269 endorsements and 6,945 downloads, it's a niche but appreciated addition for immersion seekers.

✨ Key Features

Forces the player to sleep by draining cores when Arthur gets tired
Triggers heavy blinks and eventually passing out from sleep deprivation
Allows the player to take a nap anywhere

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Adds a survival layer that makes you plan your rest, not just your ammo
  • Community-approved with 269 endorsements and nearly 7k downloads
  • Napping anywhere is a huge QoL win for explorers who hate riding back to camp

⚠️ Cons

  • Forced sleep might annoy players who prefer non-stop action
  • Core draining could feel punishing if you're not used to managing cores
  • Compatibility risk with other gameplay mods that alter core drain or time mechanics
🎯 Is This For You?
For RDR2 players who want more immersive survival mechanics and enjoy managing Arthur's needs. Also great for roleplayers who like the idea of passing out from exhaustion. Skip if you prefer fast-paced gameplay without forced downtime.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • If you're on PC, make sure to disable the Rockstar Launcher overlay to avoid conflicts with mod input
  • Test the mod in a save where you're near a camp or town so you can see how the sleep mechanic works without being stranded
  • Pair this with a needs mod like 'Hunting & Fishing' for a full survival experience

📊 Mod Details

Game
RDR2 Mods
Author
crossed99
Version
2.0.4
Downloads
6,945
Endorsements
269
Category
Gameplay
Created
6/16/2021
Updated
1/1/2022

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