{"id":143343,"date":"2025-10-29T20:15:20","date_gmt":"2025-10-29T20:15:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=143343"},"modified":"2025-10-29T20:15:20","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T20:15:20","slug":"why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/","title":{"rendered":"Why does John look so different in RDR2?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#The_Curious_Case_of_John_Marstons_Changing_Face_in_Red_Dead_Redemption_2\" title=\"The Curious Case of John Marston&#8217;s Changing Face in Red Dead Redemption 2\">The Curious Case of John Marston&#8217;s Changing Face in Red Dead Redemption 2<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Technological_Leap_Bridging_the_Generation_Gap\" title=\"Technological Leap: Bridging the Generation Gap\">Technological Leap: Bridging the Generation Gap<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#The_Power_of_New_Engines\" title=\"The Power of New Engines\">The Power of New Engines<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Motion_Capture_Magic\" title=\"Motion Capture Magic\">Motion Capture Magic<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Artistic_License_A_Redesign_for_the_Ages\" title=\"Artistic License: A Redesign for the Ages\">Artistic License: A Redesign for the Ages<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Reimagining_a_Legend\" title=\"Reimagining a Legend\">Reimagining a Legend<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Building_on_Arthurs_Foundation\" title=\"Building on Arthur&#8217;s Foundation\">Building on Arthur&#8217;s Foundation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Narrative_Harmony_Weaving_a_Consistent_Tale\" title=\"Narrative Harmony: Weaving a Consistent Tale\">Narrative Harmony: Weaving a Consistent Tale<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#The_Weight_of_Experience\" title=\"The Weight of Experience\">The Weight of Experience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#A_Shared_World\" title=\"A Shared World\">A Shared World<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#FAQs_Delving_Deeper_into_the_Marston_Mystery\" title=\"FAQs: Delving Deeper into the Marston Mystery\">FAQs: Delving Deeper into the Marston Mystery<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Is_John_skinnier_than_Arthur\" title=\"Is John skinnier than Arthur?\">Is John skinnier than Arthur?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#How_much_older_is_Arthur_than_John\" title=\"How much older is Arthur than John?\">How much older is Arthur than John?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Why_is_John_Marston_so_loved\" title=\"Why is John Marston so loved?\">Why is John Marston so loved?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Why_did_Dutch_leave_John_Marston\" title=\"Why did Dutch leave John Marston?\">Why did Dutch leave John Marston?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Is_it_better_to_be_good_or_bad_in_RDR2\" title=\"Is it better to be good or bad in RDR2?\">Is it better to be good or bad in RDR2?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Who_is_Jacks_real_father_rdr2\" title=\"Who is Jack&#8217;s real father rdr2?\">Who is Jack&#8217;s real father rdr2?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#How_old_was_John_Marston_when_he_died\" title=\"How old was John Marston when he died?\">How old was John Marston when he died?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Why_does_Jack_Marston_look_like_Javier\" title=\"Why does Jack Marston look like Javier?\">Why does Jack Marston look like Javier?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Why_does_John_Marston_look_weird_in_rdr2\" title=\"Why does John Marston look weird in rdr2?\">Why does John Marston look weird in rdr2?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Why_is_there_no_fame_in_rdr2\" title=\"Why is there no fame in rdr2?\">Why is there no fame in rdr2?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#How_old_is_Jack_when_he_kills_Ross\" title=\"How old is Jack when he kills Ross?\">How old is Jack when he kills Ross?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Why_did_Dutch_turn_evil\" title=\"Why did Dutch turn evil?\">Why did Dutch turn evil?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Why_is_Abigail_always_mad_at_John\" title=\"Why is Abigail always mad at John?\">Why is Abigail always mad at John?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Did_Abigail_really_love_John\" title=\"Did Abigail really love John?\">Did Abigail really love John?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/#Why_do_people_love_Arthur_more_than_John\" title=\"Why do people love Arthur more than John?\">Why do people love Arthur more than John?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Curious_Case_of_John_Marstons_Changing_Face_in_Red_Dead_Redemption_2\"><\/span>The Curious Case of John Marston&#8217;s Changing Face in Red Dead Redemption 2<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Why does John Marston look so different in <strong>Red Dead Redemption 2 (RDR2)<\/strong> compared to the original <strong>Red Dead Redemption (RDR1)<\/strong>? The answer is multifaceted, stemming from a combination of <strong>technological advancements, artistic choices, and narrative considerations<\/strong>. While <strong>RDR2<\/strong> is a prequel, its release significantly later than <strong>RDR1<\/strong> meant that <strong>Rockstar Games<\/strong> had access to vastly improved game engines, modeling techniques, and motion capture technology. This allowed them to create more detailed and nuanced character models. However, beyond graphical upgrades, a deliberate redesign of John Marston occurred, sparking much debate and discussion within the <strong>Red Dead<\/strong> community. The John of <strong>RDR2<\/strong> is younger, less hardened, and still evolving, but his appearance has some jarring changes when he is seen in the epilogue.<\/p>\n<p>The developers, in their quest for realism and narrative consistency, may have altered John\u2019s features to better reflect his <strong>age, experiences, and relationship with Arthur Morgan<\/strong>. Furthermore, the decision to build John&#8217;s <strong>RDR2<\/strong> model using Arthur Morgan&#8217;s as a base likely contributed to the perceived differences.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technological_Leap_Bridging_the_Generation_Gap\"><\/span>Technological Leap: Bridging the Generation Gap<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Power_of_New_Engines\"><\/span>The Power of New Engines<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The original <strong>Red Dead Redemption<\/strong> was a technical marvel for its time, pushing the limits of the <strong>PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360<\/strong>. However, the leap to the <strong>PlayStation 4 and Xbox One (and eventually PC)<\/strong> for <strong>RDR2<\/strong> allowed for a dramatically enhanced level of detail. Character models could be more complex, with finer textures, more realistic skin rendering, and more expressive facial animations. This alone accounts for a significant portion of the visual difference.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Motion_Capture_Magic\"><\/span>Motion Capture Magic<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>RDR2<\/strong> heavily utilizes <strong>motion capture<\/strong>, including facial capture, to bring its characters to life. This means that the actors&#8217; performances directly influence the in-game models&#8217; expressions and movements. This more organic approach to character design resulted in John Marston&#8217;s <strong>RDR2<\/strong> appearance reflecting the actor&#8217;s portrayal more closely than in <strong>RDR1<\/strong>, which relied more on traditional animation techniques.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Artistic_License_A_Redesign_for_the_Ages\"><\/span>Artistic License: A Redesign for the Ages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reimagining_a_Legend\"><\/span>Reimagining a Legend<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Beyond the technical upgrades, <strong>Rockstar Games<\/strong> made conscious artistic choices to redesign John Marston. He is younger in <strong>RDR2<\/strong>, and still heavily influenced by the outlaw lifestyle. This John is less self-assured, prone to mistakes, and less weathered than the hardened gunslinger we meet in <strong>RDR1<\/strong>. This translates to softer facial features, a less prominent scar, and a generally less imposing physique.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Building_on_Arthurs_Foundation\"><\/span>Building on Arthur&#8217;s Foundation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The revelation that John&#8217;s character model in <strong>RDR2<\/strong>&#8216;s epilogue was essentially &#8220;skinned&#8221; onto Arthur Morgan&#8217;s body frame further explains some of the perceived discrepancies. While understandable from a development perspective (reusing assets to save time and resources), this decision resulted in a John who appears bulkier and with slightly different proportions compared to the original.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Narrative_Harmony_Weaving_a_Consistent_Tale\"><\/span>Narrative Harmony: Weaving a Consistent Tale<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Weight_of_Experience\"><\/span>The Weight of Experience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>RDR2<\/strong> is a prequel, meaning that the events of the game shape John Marston into the man we know from <strong>RDR1<\/strong>. The changes in his appearance, while sometimes jarring, can be interpreted as a visual representation of this transformation. The scars, the weariness, and the hardened gaze are all earned through the trials and tribulations he faces within the Van der Linde gang.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Shared_World\"><\/span>A Shared World<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>By making John\u2019s physique in the epilogue more similar to Arthur\u2019s, the developers likely aimed to create a sense of visual consistency within <strong>RDR2<\/strong>&#8216;s world. John&#8217;s altered appearance can be seen as an attempt to integrate him seamlessly into the game&#8217;s aesthetic, ensuring he feels like a natural inhabitant of this world.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Delving_Deeper_into_the_Marston_Mystery\"><\/span>FAQs: Delving Deeper into the Marston Mystery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_John_skinnier_than_Arthur\"><\/span>Is John skinnier than Arthur?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, generally speaking, John&#8217;s physique is slimmer compared to Arthur&#8217;s broader build. This difference is more apparent during the main story of <strong>RDR2<\/strong> when John is younger and less experienced. However, in the epilogue, his body build is much closer to Arthur&#8217;s.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_older_is_Arthur_than_John\"><\/span>How much older is Arthur than John?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Arthur is 10 years older than John. In <strong>Red Dead Redemption 2<\/strong>, Arthur is 36, while John is 26.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_John_Marston_so_loved\"><\/span>Why is John Marston so loved?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>John is beloved for his complex character, his struggles with his past, and his desire to protect his family. He&#8217;s portrayed as an everyman, forced to make difficult choices in a harsh world, making him relatable and sympathetic.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_did_Dutch_leave_John_Marston\"><\/span>Why did Dutch leave John Marston?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Dutch&#8217;s decision to leave John during the final heist stems from a combination of factors, including his growing paranoia, his distrust of John, and the manipulative influence of Micah Bell. Dutch&#8217;s descent into madness and his belief that John had become disloyal ultimately led to this betrayal.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_better_to_be_good_or_bad_in_RDR2\"><\/span>Is it better to be good or bad in RDR2?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Both high and low honor playthroughs offer unique experiences in <strong>RDR2<\/strong>. High honor provides discounts at stores and unlocks certain story missions. Low honor can lead to increased loot from enemies and different story outcomes. Ultimately, the best choice depends on the player&#8217;s preferred playstyle and desired narrative experience.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_Jacks_real_father_rdr2\"><\/span>Who is Jack&#8217;s real father rdr2?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Canonically, John Marston is Jack&#8217;s father. Despite fan theories suggesting otherwise, the game&#8217;s narrative consistently portrays John as Jack&#8217;s biological parent.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_old_was_John_Marston_when_he_died\"><\/span>How old was John Marston when he died?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>John Marston died at the age of 38 in 1911. This is clearly stated in the original <strong>Red Dead Redemption<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_Jack_Marston_look_like_Javier\"><\/span>Why does Jack Marston look like Javier?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While some fans have noted a superficial resemblance between Jack and Javier, particularly regarding facial hair in Jack&#8217;s adult form, there&#8217;s no canonical evidence to support the idea that Javier is Jack&#8217;s father. The similarities are likely coincidental.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_John_Marston_look_weird_in_rdr2\"><\/span>Why does John Marston look weird in rdr2?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As discussed earlier, John&#8217;s altered appearance in <strong>RDR2<\/strong> is due to a combination of graphical upgrades, artistic redesigns, and the use of Arthur&#8217;s character model as a base. These factors contribute to the perceived &#8220;weirdness&#8221; of his <strong>RDR2<\/strong> look.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_there_no_fame_in_rdr2\"><\/span>Why is there no fame in rdr2?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Red Dead Redemption 2<\/strong>&#8216;s emphasis on anonymity and avoiding law enforcement makes a &#8220;fame&#8221; system less relevant. The game&#8217;s story revolves around the Van der Linde gang trying to stay hidden, so becoming famous would be counterproductive.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_old_is_Jack_when_he_kills_Ross\"><\/span>How old is Jack when he kills Ross?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Jack is 19 years old when he avenges his father&#8217;s death by killing Edgar Ross in 1914.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_did_Dutch_turn_evil\"><\/span>Why did Dutch turn evil?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Dutch&#8217;s transformation is more a gradual descent into madness fueled by a combination of factors including a concussion, the pressures of leadership, and the manipulative influence of Micah Bell. These events, coupled with his own flawed ideologies, led to his downfall.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_Abigail_always_mad_at_John\"><\/span>Why is Abigail always mad at John?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Abigail&#8217;s frustration with John stems from his irresponsibility, his inability to leave his past behind, and his constant putting their family at risk. Her anger is rooted in her deep love for John and her desire to protect their son.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Did_Abigail_really_love_John\"><\/span>Did Abigail really love John?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, Abigail deeply loved John, despite their tumultuous relationship. Her love is evident in her constant efforts to encourage him to change and build a better life for their family.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_people_love_Arthur_more_than_John\"><\/span>Why do people love Arthur more than John?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Arthur&#8217;s popularity is due to the increased depth of his character and the player&#8217;s ability to shape his personality and morality. <strong>RDR2<\/strong> allows players to connect with Arthur on a much deeper level than they could with John in the original game.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Red Dead Redemption 2<\/strong>\u2019s recreation of John Marston is a complex issue tied to technological advancement, artistic direction, and the need to harmonize the narrative with the original game. Although the changes stirred controversy, they underscore the ever-evolving nature of game development and the creative choices that shape our favorite virtual worlds. You can learn more about the impact of games on learning and culture at websites like <strong>GamesLearningSociety.org<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Curious Case of John Marston&#8217;s Changing Face in Red Dead Redemption 2 Why does John Marston look so different in Red Dead Redemption 2 (RDR2) compared to the original Red Dead Redemption (RDR1)? The answer is multifaceted, stemming from a combination of technological advancements, artistic choices, and narrative considerations. While RDR2 is a prequel, &#8230; <a title=\"Why does John look so different in RDR2?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-john-look-so-different-in-rdr2\/\" aria-label=\"More on Why does John look so different in RDR2?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-143343","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/143343","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=143343"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/143343\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=143343"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=143343"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=143343"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}