Rockstar Games is the goat at crafting worlds that feel just as real as our own and Red Dead Redemption 2 is no exception.
The American frontier is divided into chapters, each one offering a new journey and variety for Arthur Morgan. But just how many chapters are there to explore and how long will it take? Let's dive in and count 'em up!
TLDR: There are six main story chapters and two epilogues that will take an estimated 83 hours to complete.
How Many Chapters Are in RDR2?
Red Dead Redemption 2 has six main story chapters and two epilogues. Each chapter introduces a new environment with diverse missions and evolving friendships. To obtain 100% completion, it’s estimated to take 187 hours to see all of what RDR2 has to offer. To finish just the main chapters should only take about 50 hours.
List of Chapters in RDR2
Chapter 1: Colter
Chapter one introduces the world of Arthur Morgan and the Van der Linde gang. You’ll be dropped into the icy wilderness of Colter, an old mining town. This chapter is all about survival, setting the tone for the game's true grit. This chapter will teach you the ropes for this open world and give you the skills to hunt for food and craft essential items.
Chapter 2: Horeshoe Overlook
Once you get past the harsh winter in Colter, the Vander Linde gange forges the trail to find a new home at Horseshoe Overlook. Chapter two is where the game really opens up and players get introduced to the larger, more diverse landscape of the game with opportunities to explore, hunt and interact with more characters. While survival was the theme in chapter one, chapter two is all about building the gang’s reputation and making money.
Chapter 3: Clemens Point
The gang heads to the Deep South in chapter three. Get ready for a swampy, humid environment with a new level of complexity to the game. Once you’ve reached this stage in the game, the gang’s dealing becomes more intricate and dangerous. You’ll see new characters, both friendly and not-so-friendly while navigating the water of the Bayou. Intense shootouts, chases and exploration fuel this chapter.
Chapter 4: Shady Belle
Chapter four brings a mood shift for the Van der Linde gang as they take up residence in Shady Belle. You’ll notice a contrast between this chapter and the ones before, bringing a darker tone and more desperate atmosphere. When things get desperate, so do the actions of the gang. You’ll see more reckless and violent actions with clear consequences. This chapter is all about warfare, dilemmas and diving deeper into the criminal world.
Chapter 5: Guarma
If you think chapter 4 is a shift from the norm, wait until you reach Guarma. The Van der Linde gange find themselves stranded on Guarma, a tropical island, after a failed bank robbery. This chapter brings back the sense of survival you felt in the first chapter. You’ll face Intense action, moral dilemmas and tough choices as you progress through chapter five.
Chapter 6: Beaver Hollow
Drawing the journey to an end, chapter six brings a rollercoaster of emotions as the gang faces its ultimate demise. This proud group of outlaws has changed into a fractured and desperate group that has to make some of the toughest decisions of their lives. Beaver Hollow brings heartbreaking moments and a sense of finality. Expect the unexpected.
Six Shots, Six Chapters
If you’re just diving into the expansive world of Red Dead Redemption 2, you’re in for a wild ride. Each chapter gives the gamer a blend of story, characters, and action-packed gameplay making it a truly epic adventure. While your journey may end in Beaver Hollow, Arthur Morgan and the Van der Linde gang memories will live on forever.