How do I save my progress before a horse taming attempt?

Saving your progress before attempting to tame a horse in Red Dead Redemption 2 is a smart strategy to avoid losing time or resources if the attempt fails. Horse taming can be tricky, especially for new players, as it requires patience, timing, and sometimes multiple tries. By saving your game beforehand, you can reload and retry without losing progress or wasting valuable in-game time.\n\nTo save your progress, open the game''s pause menu by pressing the Options button on PlayStation or the Menu button on Xbox. Navigate to the ''Story'' tab and select ''Save Game.'' You can choose an empty save slot or overwrite an existing one. It’s a good idea to create a new save file specifically for horse taming attempts, so you don’t overwrite important progress. This method works in both single-player story mode and free roam.\n\nBefore attempting to tame a horse, ensure you’re in a safe location away from predators, hostile NPCs, or other threats. Horses can be found in various regions, such as the Heartlands, Big Valley, or near the Dakota River. Wild horses are often skittish, so approach slowly while crouching to avoid spooking them. If you’re spotted, the horse may bolt, making the taming process more difficult.\n\nOnce you’ve located a horse, save your game as described earlier. This ensures that if the horse bucks you off or runs away, you can reload and try again without losing progress. After saving, approach the horse carefully and press the appropriate button to calm it (L2/LT to focus and Square/X to soothe). When close enough, press Triangle/Y to mount the horse. Be prepared for a mini-game where you must balance Arthur’s stamina and keep the horse calm by moving the left stick in the opposite direction of the horse’s movements.\n\nIf you fail to tame the horse, simply reload your saved game and try again. This method is particularly useful for rare or high-stat horses, such as the White Arabian found near Lake Isabella. These horses are harder to tame, and reloading saves you the frustration of searching for them again.\n\nFor players who want to maximize their chances, consider using items like Horse Meal or Wild Carrots to improve your bonding with the horse after taming. Additionally, ensure your stamina core is full before attempting to tame a horse, as this will help you stay mounted longer. By following these steps and saving your progress, you can master horse taming and build a stable of powerful mounts in Red Dead Redemption 2.