Can you do Stranger missions as John?
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Yes, you can do Stranger missions as John Marston in Red Dead Redemption 2, with the exception of a few missions that are only available to Arthur Morgan. The majority of Stranger missions can be completed by both John and Jack, allowing players to experience the game’s content without limitations.
Understanding Stranger Missions in Red Dead Redemption 2
What are Stranger Missions?
Stranger missions are a type of side mission in Red Dead Redemption 2 that allow players to interact with non-playable characters (NPCs) and complete various tasks. These missions can be completed by both Arthur Morgan and John Marston, although some exceptions apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can John do all Stranger missions?: For the most part, most of the Stranger missions in the game can be completed by both John and Jack, with Poppycock being the only exception.
- Can you continue Stranger missions in the epilogue?: Yes, players can still complete Stranger missions after the final events of the game, in case they missed out on them the first time.
- What can you do as John in RDR2?: As John Marston, players can complete Stranger missions, hunt legendary animals, and interact with other characters, including Uncle, Abigail, and Jack.
- Can you do side missions as zombie John?: Yes, players can complete side missions as zombie John, with the ability to do everything that was possible as John.
- What can’t you do as John in RDR2?: John Marston cannot avoid a toothbrush, put the gang before his lifestyle, see out of both eyes, keep a great journal, collect debts, avoid scarring, be a decent father figure to Jack, or decorate and improve the camp.
- Can you still do Stranger missions after John dies?: Yes, Stranger missions can still be completed during the epilogue, even if they were started by John, with the strangers commenting on Jack looking different.
- Can John finish Arthur’s side quests?: John can complete almost all of Arthur’s side quests, with the exception of the ones for Mary Linton.
- Will there be a RDR3?: While there is no official release date, Rockstar Games has hinted at a potential Red Dead Redemption 3, which may be released in 2026 at the earliest.
- Is John stronger than Arthur RDR2?: John Marston’s legendary gunslinging abilities give him an edge over Arthur Morgan, although both characters have access to the Dead Eye shooting system.
- Can John get Arthur’s money?: The only known way to get Arthur’s money is to complete the Aberdeen Pig Farm side mission and not return to the farm until playing as John.
- Do you keep Arthur’s guns as John?: When playing as John in the epilogue, players automatically retrieve Arthur’s guns, clothing, and other items, while his money, food, and other consumables are lost.
- Can you 100% RDR2 after Arthur dies?: Yes, players can still achieve 100% completion after Arthur dies, as long as they are not affected by a bug, and can miss certain missions and still get 100% completion.
- Is it worth playing RDR2 after epilogue?: Yes, Red Dead Redemption 2 offers a massive amount of content, including side missions, hunting, and exploration, making it worth playing after the epilogue.
- Do you keep cigarette cards in epilogue?: Yes, cigarette cards, as well as jewelry, gold bars, and other valuables, transfer to John in the epilogue, allowing players to keep their collected items.
- Can you hunt legendary animals as John?: Yes, if Arthur didn’t hunt down all the legendary animals, John Marston can finish the job, unlocking more outfits and gear.