John Marston is the definition of a tragic character. After successfully leaving behind a life of crime, John is pulled back in and forced to leave his family against his will. In the end, despite all his efforts to make good with his past, John is ruthlessly discarded by the government he served. https://youtu.be/-43ZYWXgmzE?t=6m4s The death of John Marston remains one of the most powerful in all of video games. A bad man trying to redeem himself; he was made relatable through hours upon hours spent in his shoes. You grow very attached to his character and desperately want to see him ride off into the sunset. Instead you are given betrayal and death. It all feels incredibly unjust, and this is why it is always cited as one of the most tragic video game deaths. Thankfully the game gives you the chance to avenge him in an extremely cathartic end coda. What do you think are some of the most tragic video game deaths? Let us know in the comments!
