Red Dead Redemption 3will likely want to focus on the remnant of the Van der Linde Gang, but it feels like players know a lot about the gang already.Red Dead Redemption 2did a good job detailing life in the gang, but not much around the backstory of protagonist Arthur Morgan. A good prequel should delve into the life of his father, Lyle Morgan. Lyle would make an interesting and tragic main character as a prequel toRed Dead Redemption 2.
Lyle’s life is full of mystery and is hinted at through Arthur’s memories and belongings, providing a great opportunity for storytelling. While not much is known, it is clear that Lyle was an outlaw who seemingly committed many crimes, which eventually led to his arrest and execution. Arthur’s bond with his father is complicated, but Arthur’s keeping of his father’s hat points to a deeper connection. Lyle starring inRed Dead Redemption 3could focus on family and legacy and create a powerful and emotionally engaging narrative by presenting Lyle’s downfall through his own experiences instead of Arthur’s memories.
The story of the Van der Linde Gang was exciting and would continue to be interesting inRed Dead Redemption 3. However, a prequel about Arthur Morgan’s father, Lyle Morgan, could be just as compelling. Lyle’s life is only hinted at through Arthur’s memories and keepsakes. A game about Lyle could explore what made him an outlaw, looking at the social pressures, personal troubles, and possibly traumatic experiences that shaped his choices.It could also investigate Lyle’s relationship with Beatrice, Arthur’s mother, providing insight into the family dynamics that influenced Arthur’s early life.
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RDR3could show the events that led to Lyle’s arrest in 1874, for larceny, and his eventual death by hanging, which would help players understand why Arthur judges him so harshly and why he has a strong attachment to his father’s hat.This would give a fresh look at the Morgan family legacy and add depth to Arthur’s characterin theRed Deaduniverse. It also allows for a new storyline, moving away from the well-known Van der Linde Gang, with new characters and a different setting while still being connected to the existing story.
Arthur got his hat from his father, and also keeps Lyle’s mugshot next to his bed in camp.
Exploring Lyle as a flawed yet relatable character could make for an interesting prequel that could follow the series' themes of self-sacrifice and redemption. Both games in theRed Dead Redemptionseries set up the next protagonist by switching over near the end of the game.This would be a great way for Lyle to pass things onto Arthur before his execution, similar to how John Marston passed things to Jack.
RDR3 As A Prequel Starring Lyle Would Feel Unique
Not Another Van Der Linde Story
Red Dead Redemption 3could be a great addition to the series, but only if Rockstar decides to try something new instead of sticking with the story of the Van der Linde Gang. The developers would only be able to show players how the gang started or operated beforeRed Dead Redemption 2. Anyone who has playedRDR2already knows how close the gang was and how it operated.
The Van der Linde Gang obviously needs to be some part of the story, but it would feel more refreshing to play as someone who isn’t already tied to the gang. It’s a great way to showwhat happened to Arthur Morgan’s parents, all while letting players be true cowboys out on the range without owing loyalty to any group yet. It’d makeRed Dead Redemption 3feel free and unique among the series.
