Side missions in the main game and Undead Nightmare include optional tasks that offer rewards and help you achieve 100% completion.
Bounty Hunting
Tips:
Use your lasso and hogtie targets for higher rewards (alive).
Approach hideouts carefully; use cover and Dead Eye for crowd control.
Watch for ambushes as you transport bounties back to town.
Jobs
Hunting and Gathering
Hunt at dawn/dusk for more animal activity.
Use bait for rare animals.
Horsebreaking
Tip: Approach slowly, use the lasso, and balance with the stick to stay mounted.
Nightwatch
Tip: Stay alert and use Dead Eye to quickly stop thieves.
Cattle Herding
Tip: Ride behind the herd and gently guide stragglers back.
Gang Hideouts
Scout with binoculars before attacking.
Use long-range weapons and take cover.
Loot all bodies and crates after clearing the hideout.
Challenges
Sharpshooter
Tip: Use Dead Eye for precision.
Survivalist
Tip: Plants are region-specific; check your map.
Master Hunter
Tip: Use bait for rare animals; bring a strong weapon.
Treasure Hunter
Tip: Look for unique rock formations and high ground for clues.
Town Defense
Rescue survivors first—they’ll help you defend the town.
Use fire bottles or dynamite for groups of zombies.
Revisit towns regularly to maintain safety.
Graveyard Cleansing
Destroy coffins quickly to reduce zombie spawns.
Save explosives for large groups.
Watch for tougher zombie types in later graveyards.
Hunting Mythical Creatures
Use bait to attract mythical creatures.
Approach the Four Horses with a lasso to tame them.
Be cautious—legendary creatures are tough!
Tip: Plants are region-specific; check your map.
Undead Hunter
Tip: Headshots are essential—zombies only die this way.
Undead Sharpshooter
Tip: Use Dead Eye for accuracy.
Undead Treasure Hunter
Tip: Look for disturbed ground and use landmarks for reference.