Can I change the ending after completing Chapter 6?
In Red Dead Redemption 2, the ending of Chapter 6 is determined by your choices and actions throughout the game, particularly your Honor level and key decisions made during the story. Once Chapter 6 is completed, the ending is locked in, and you cannot change it without replaying the game or reloading an earlier save. However, understanding how the endings work and how to influence them can help you achieve the outcome you desire.\n\nThere are four possible endings in Red Dead Redemption 2, divided into two main categories based on your Honor level (High or Low) and a critical choice you make near the end of Chapter 6. The Honor system is a core game mechanic that tracks your moral decisions, such as helping strangers, donating to camp, or committing crimes. High Honor leads to more positive outcomes, while Low Honor results in darker consequences.\n\nTo unlock the High Honor endings, you must maintain a high Honor level by performing honorable actions. These include helping strangers in need, donating to the gang''s camp funds, sparing enemies, and avoiding unnecessary violence. Conversely, Low Honor is achieved by committing crimes, robbing innocent people, and making selfish choices. Your Honor level is displayed on the player stats screen, and you can track your progress throughout the game.\n\nNear the end of Chapter 6, you will face a pivotal decision during the mission ''Red Dead Redemption.'' This choice involves whether to go back for the money or help John Marston escape. Your decision, combined with your Honor level, determines which of the four endings you receive. For example, choosing to help John with High Honor leads to the most positive ending, while going back for the money with Low Honor results in the darkest outcome.\n\nIf you have already completed Chapter 6 and want to experience a different ending, you will need to reload a save file from before the final missions. This allows you to adjust your Honor level or make different choices. To do this, go to the ''Story'' menu and select ''Load Game.'' Choose a save file from Chapter 6, preferably before the mission ''My Last Boy,'' to give yourself enough time to influence your Honor level.\n\nTo quickly raise your Honor, focus on completing side activities like helping strangers, fishing, and greeting NPCs in towns like Valentine or Saint Denis. Donating to the camp and sparing enemies during missions also boosts Honor. If you need to lower your Honor, commit crimes such as robbing trains, killing innocent civilians, or antagonizing NPCs. Be cautious, as lowering Honor can lead to increased bounties and law enforcement attention.\n\nPractical tips for managing your Honor include keeping an eye on your stats screen and making consistent choices throughout the game. If you want to experience all endings, consider creating multiple save files at key points in the story. This allows you to replay specific chapters without starting over. Additionally, take advantage of the game''s open-world design to explore side activities that influence your Honor level.\n\nIn summary, while you cannot change the ending after completing Chapter 6, you can influence it by managing your Honor level and making key decisions during the final missions. Reloading an earlier save is the best way to experience different outcomes. By understanding the game mechanics and planning your actions, you can unlock all four endings and fully appreciate the narrative depth of Red Dead Redemption 2.