The question of whether Sadie Adler should take the lead in Red Dead Redemption 3 has left fans divided.
As Rockstar Games’ other flagship series alongside Grand Theft Auto, Red Dead Redemption (RDR) has a massive fanbase eagerly awaiting its next installment.
RDR2 Recap
Red Dead Redemption 2 (RDR2) served as a prequel to the original 2010 game, where players followed John Marston.
In RDR2, you play as Arthur Morgan, a key member of the Dutch van der Linde gang, navigating life on the run after the Blackwater heist.
Among the gang’s most compelling characters is Sadie Adler, a strong and loyal ally to Arthur. Her story arc in RDR2 was one of growth, and many fans have speculated about her fate after the game’s events.
The Debate: Should Sadie Lead RDR3?
One fan, LilFern3466, sparked the conversation, asking, “What if we played as Sadie Adler in RDR3?”
They noted that Sadie’s fate was left open-ended in RDR2, with some sources suggesting she might have gone to South America after the events of the game. Many fans love her character, and the idea of exploring her story further has gained traction.
However, not everyone is on board with this idea. Some fans argue that Sadie’s story may not be strong enough to carry an entire game.
One Reddit user commented, “Sadie is great, but I don’t think there’s enough story there for a whole new Red Dead game. A single-player DLC would’ve worked better.”
Others, like Willian_Elson, suggest exploring Sadie’s years as a bounty hunter between 1890-1907, offering a fresh perspective on her character.
But some fans, like sleepy-floyd-is-goat, argue that a true Western game should focus on prime Western times, moving away from the Dutch van der Linde gang’s legacy.
What’s Next for Red Dead Redemption?
At the time of writing, Red Dead Redemption 3 has not been officially confirmed by Rockstar Games. However, it’s expected that the game will arrive well after GTA VI, which is set for release in late 2025.
Until then, fans will continue speculating about what direction the next Red Dead game will take.