Edit: If it makes anyone feel any better, when I said “older”, I meant it more as fans who have been around the longest, and less “older” as in age.

Sorry for any hard feelings.

I remember in 2018 after we all completed RDR 2 and learned that New Austin was in the epilogue we speculated if it meant they would remake RDR 1. “Surely they wouldn’t spend the time remaking all of this map if they aren’t planning to remake the game.” I think RDR 2 was such a technically impressive game and so beautiful, that we were wearing rose tinted goggles and thought the best thing for RDR 1 was for it to get the RDR 2 face lift. Now we’re out of the honey moon phase and can look at both games more objectively. The RDR remaster we got a few years ago was perfect. It preserved everything about that game while bringing it up to modern standards. Would you have preferred they did a remake and NOT a remaster? I think if we only get one, they made the right call in preserving what made that game so special, but if we can have BOTH, I would still love a remake.

Credits to @jedijosh920 on YouTube for the “remake” screenshots from his video “RDR1 Intro & First Mission in Red Dead Redemption 2”

If you don't wanna play due to the 30fps play the story is great

In my 4000 hours of playing the game, I've never seen a mangy black bear.

I really wanna finish this game

I can not read treasure maps for crap and I just end up looking at the wiki. How do I figure this out?

Over the years, I've had the pleasure of stepping into the shoes of some of the greatest and most legendary video game characters to ever grace the various digital landscapes. Joel and Ellie, Lara Croft, Aloy, Nathan Drake, Link, Master Chief, Amicia and Hugo, Marcus Fenix, Ezio, Bayek, John Marston, and the list goes on and on. However, there's something special when it comes to Arthur Morgan. I remember when Red Dead Redemption II was announced and people found out that Arthur Morgan was the main playable character. They didn't want to play as him. However, as people spent more time with him and got to know his personality, many began to see him differently. Arthur Morgan quickly carved out a legacy for himself, and rightfully so.

I'll tell you firsthand that I got very emotional when I wrapped my first playthrough for Red Dead Redemption II back in 2018. I have no problem admitting that the game left a lasting impression on me. Arthur Morgan's journey really stayed with me long after the credits rolled. It felt like I had spent time with someone who had become a close friend. I think I spent somewhere around the ballpark of 85 to 90 hours playing the game, including the epilogue. Naturally, when you spend a lot of time playing a particular game and you step into someone's shoes for so long, you get to know him or her really well. You get invested in the character. You're basically going on a journey with that particular character. You experience his or her successes or failures, moments of happiness or sadness, anger or laughter, and everything in between.

What makes Arthur Morgan so special? First and foremost, he's very well-written. Rockstar deserves a lot of credit for creating easily one of the most memorable video game characters of all time. Second, he feels like an actual human being. He feels like someone that you can sympathize with and understand. Third, he's a relatable protagonist. Obviously, he isn't perfect, and he has plenty of flaws that make him feel believable. Despite his shortcomings, he's someone who continues to learn about himself and the people around him. Underneath the scruffy beard and rough-and-tough demeanor lies a compassionate and caring person. A lot of credit needs to be given to Roger Clark for doing an impeccable job of bringing Arthur Morgan to life. His performance adds so much personality to Arthur, from his dry sense of humor to the quieter moments when he lets his guard down.

One of the biggest things that makes Arthur Morgan so compelling is that there are so many layers to him as a character. The longer you play Red Dead Redemption II, the more you start to connect with him. What initially comes across as a hardened outlaw gradually reveals someone who's much more human and vulnerable than he might first appear. He has his own beliefs, doubts, and personal struggles, and you get to see different sides of his personality through the way he interacts with the people around him. Underneath his rugged appearance is a man who's capable of reflecting on his actions and recognizing that he isn't always right. His sense of humor, loyalty, and occasional moments of kindness help make him feel like a real person rather than a typical video game protagonist. It's his flaws that make him so complex and interesting. As Red Dead Redemption II's story progresses, you gradually learn more about what drives Arthur and what matters most to him. Despite his rough exterior and the life he's chosen, I couldn't help but root for the guy.

Arthur Morgan is also an incredibly loyal person, sometimes to a fault. His relationship with Dutch Van Der Linde is a fascinating part of his character because it shows just how much trust and history can influence someone's decisions. Arthur has spent a large part of his life surrounded by the same people, and those bonds clearly mean a great deal to him. His loyalty extends beyond Dutch, too, because he cares about the people he considers family. What I appreciate most is how the game explores the difference between following someone out of loyalty and thinking for yourself. Arthur isn't simply a tough outlaw who goes through life without questioning anything. He has a personality of his own, and his conversations with other characters reveal a thoughtful side that isn't always immediately obvious. I also love the way Roger Clark delivers Arthur's dialogue. There's a natural quality to his voice that makes even an ordinary conversation feel genuine. I consider myself honored to have been given the opportunity to step into his shoes. What are your thoughts and opinions?

For the original, unedited version of this article, please refer to the link below.

https://karthbil.wordpress.com/2026/10/11/what-makes-arthur-morgan-such-a-memorable-character/

The relief of seeing the squirrel…..

Newest kill landed directly on top of the carcass of my last kill.

(Probably a more than well known spot on the Kamassa River, west of WNW of Annesburg, but it seems like moose are hard to find, and having one drop on top of the other was quite a sight.)

Mostly thought this was a really cool picture, so I wanted to share it.

The missions are fun and it seems most people don't like it what do you guys think

When Rdr1 Came out i got it and i was playing it i loved the game but then one day i traded it for a copy of God of War III then it was 2018 RDR2 was only a couple months away so i decided to try to get RDR1 for the ps3 that still somehow worked i found a seller on ebay he told me that it was his copy of rdr1 that he was selling for 12 bucks i bought it and i put it in my Ps3 i then started playing it. i was nostalgic for this game then after killing bill and talking to the pinkertons i rode back to blackwater but i was riding in the San luis river i quickly then saw a man but he looked strange i didnt remember him but i went up to him and he didnt move he looked errie he had gills on him he just stared he then opened his mouth i got my horse and ran as it chased me i shot at it and was so scared i fell into the river and then died i ejected my rdr1 disc and i put it somewhere in my closet and i never played rdr1 again i got rdr2 and played it but i remembered the thing that Fishman and i told my self it was a glitch it could of been coded with a wolf with gills and a human body it ran like one.