Arthur Morgan was a fantastic protagonist, and one of his best features would be good to see in the nextRed Dead Redemptionprotagonist. After his role inRed Dead Redemption 2, Arthur set a high bar for any protagonist after him to meet. The nextRed Dead Redemptiongame will need its own hero to be memorable, because the characters are one of the series' biggest strengths. Thankfully, the developers should already have a framework for making a quality protagonist. In fact, one of Arthur’s own quirks could provide the exact kind of guidance that they need.
It’s widely agreed thatRDR2’s Arthur Morgan is an amazing protagonist, with several valid reasons to back it up. In a game that thrives on its story, Arthur is the most intricate and interesting character. He’s a tough old cowboy and a lifelong outlaw who lives on the outskirts of society. At the same time, he has a gruff charm to him as well as a sense of honor that increasingly makes itself known throughout the game. The result is a character that is fun to play and fascinating to watch.Red Dead Redemption 2’s success largely comes from how excellent Arthur was as a protagonist.
In addition to his multifaceted personality,Arthur’s journal inRed Dead Redemption 2offers further insight into him as a character. It retells the events of the game in his words, acting as a very characteristic recap of events. More notable, however, are the pictures within. The journal is filled with sketches of notable landmarks and characters, as well as plants and wildlife that the player has encountered, and the sketches are fairly good to boot. It’s not a talent that one may expect from an old cowboy like Arthur, and it adds yet another layer to his already multifaceted character.
John also keeps a journal once he becomes playable inRDR2, but his sketches are nowhere near as good as Arthur’s.
RDR3’s Protagonist Could Use Some Hobbies of Their Own
Arthur’s journal was a great addition to the game, and it’s something thatRed Dead Redemption 3’s protagonistcan learn from. They don’t necessarily have to have their own journal, but they need something that will offer players a deeper look into them. It’s important to flesh them out beyond their role in gameplay, because a good character will stick in the minds of players.Red Dead Redemption 2proved this not only with Arthur, but almost every major character in the plot. GivingRDR3’s protagonist a distinctive hobby or pastime could be a helpful way to ensure they stand out.
There Are Several Interests That RDR3’s Protagonist Could Take On
Thankfully, there are a lot of ways to give the next game’s protagonist a charming detail of their own. IfJack becomesRed Dead Redemption 3’s protagonist, then his interest in reading and writing could see him make a journal similar to Arthur. Some other possibilities could include photography, especially if the game takes place later in the timeline. A sport or game such as darts or baseball could also be something that catches the protagonist’s interest, either as an observer or player.Red Dead Redemption 3could even possibly incorporate its protagonist’s hobbies into a new minigame or questline if Rockstar wills it.
Arthur is going to be a difficult protagonist to top no matter what, so acknowledging his strengths may beRed Dead Redemption 3’s smartest move.Red Dead Redemption 3following up onRDR2will take an excellent lead in its own right, and that requires a memorable character. A pastime that gives them more definition outside of being a cowboy and gunslinger would be a great way to make them more interesting. Arthur’s journal can act as an inspiration forRed Dead Redemption 3’s future hero.
Red Dead Redemption 2
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America, 1899. The end of the wild west era has begun as lawmen hunt down the last remaining outlaw gangs. Those who will not surrender or succumb are killed. After a robbery goes badly wrong in the western town of Blackwater, Arthur Morgan and the Van der Linde gang are forced to flee. With federal agents and the best bounty hunters in the nation massing on their heels, the gang must rob, steal and fight their way across the rugged heartland of America to survive. As deepening internal divisions threaten to tear the gang apart, Arthur must make a choice between his own ideals and loyalty to the gang who raised him. From the creators of Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption, Red Dead Redemption 2 is an epic tale of life in America at the dawn of the modern age.
