The Heartlands, the region in Red Dead Redemption 2, is a cold semi-arid plain, and the capital is Valentine. With its occasional rainfall, it’s relatively verdant and full of wildlife. Agriculture, especially cattle ranching, is particularly fruitful in this area. This contributes to Valentine's reputation as a livestock town. The landscape includes rolling hills, scattered buttes, rocky outcrops, small stands of timber, and open plains. There are also ranches, farms, and small homesteads.