I haven't posted since October, but in case you were wondering what the fuss is all about imagine going to your favorite waterway in Fishing Planet.. You get your equipment set up. You find the right spot to do your fishing. You pull back to cast and suddenly a bullet flies through your character's head. You die, then re-spawn about 500 yards/meters away. On the way back to the bank of the river/lake you take a long look around. Pull out a rifle, and scan the location for those who might try and shoot you for the fun of it.
In the game (rdr2 online) you catch and sell fish for $1-2.50. On your way to the butcher, who apparently are the only ones interested in buying fish, other players in public lobbies can shoot you dead and make your life tough. Each fishing expedition is a life and death experience in the wild west. The two games bear no resemblance in any way, but if I do come back to Fishing Planet & fish in a public lobby it will be nice I won't have to worry about a gun fight breaking out. Happy new year