Caught between survival and morality, A Strange Kindness in Red Dead Redemption 2 plunges Arthur Morgan into a dangerous rescue mission that reveals the fragile humanity hidden within the chaos of the Wild West. As the Van der Linde gang searches for safety, Arthur’s reluctant decision to help a desperate family leads to betrayal, intense gunfights, and a chilling glimpse into the cost of loyalty. Will kindness prevail, or will it be swallowed by the lawless frontier?
Walkthrough: Speak with Dutch – your recent escape from the town has attracted too much attention. The gang must look for a new hideout. Go with Charles to the spot marked on the map. You discover a corpse and a deserted camp. Search the crates – you will find a family from Germany.
Charles convinces Arthur to help. Follow your friend – he discovers tracks that lead to another camp. Go to the man lying on the ground – it’s a trap.
Defend yourself. This is a short shootout when compared to the one from the previous mission. Go back to the German prisoner and cut him free. Get the man back to his family – be quick if you want to get a gold medal. Watch a cut-scene. This was the last mission of the second chapter.
How to get a gold medal in A Strange Kindness?
- Return the captive to his family within 1 minute and 40 seconds – Run towards your horse as soon as you end the battle. Ride quickly to the man’s family.
- Score 5 headshots – There are only a few enemies here so use every opportunity to score a headshot.
- Complete the mission with at least 80% accuracy – There aren’t many enemies here so you shouldn’t have problems with completing this challenge.
- Complete the mission without items that replenish health.
What makes “A Strange Kindness” stand out among other missions in Red Dead Redemption 2
“A Strange Kindness” stands out in Red Dead Redemption 2 for its blend of emotional depth and narrative progression. Unlike many missions focused solely on action or survival, it interweaves themes of morality and loyalty as Arthur reluctantly helps a struggling family, driven by Charles’ insistence. The mission showcases Arthur’s internal conflict, highlighting his humanity amidst the chaos of the outlaw lifestyle. Additionally, the mission’s structure—starting with a search, escalating into a tense ambush, and concluding with a heartfelt reunion—offers a dynamic mix of exploration, combat, and storytelling. The reward of a gold ingot further ties the mission’s kindness to practical survival, making it both poignant and impactful.
How does the mission’s focus on helping a family differ from other missions
“A Strange Kindness” differs from most missions in Red Dead Redemption 2 by emphasizing compassion and familial bonds over the gang’s usual focus on survival, crime, or vengeance. While many missions revolve around the Van der Linde gang’s internal dynamics or conflicts with external enemies, this mission centers on helping a struggling family escape danger. It highlights Arthur Morgan’s reluctant but growing moral awareness, contrasting sharply with the gang’s self-serving ethos. This focus on altruism and the vulnerability of families in the harsh frontier adds emotional depth and a rare sense of humanity to the game’s narrative.
