5 fan-favorite video game side characters (and 5 who are annoying)
Side characters in video games exist to enrich the overall experience. They are there to play off of the protagonist for them to show their traits and express their opinions. Of course, a protagonist talking only to themselves is a tedious ordeal to watch.
Throughout various video games, side characters have served many different roles, sometimes friendly, sometimes antagonists, and sometimes both. And they've similarly had varying receptions.
Some side characters are received positively enough that they become fan favorites, while others might be viewed as irritating or annoying.
Note: This article reflects the writer's opinions.
Chloe Frazer first appeared in the second Uncharted video game, Uncharted 2: Among Thieves. Introduced as a former flame of protagonist Nathan Drake, she was fleshed out later as a fully formed character on her own.
In her first appearance, she initially worked with the protagonist while later seemingly revealing herself as a double agent. Her quick wit and sharp tongue earned her a special place among the fans.
Chloe grew in popularity enough to get a video game unto herself, known as Uncharted: The Lost Legacy, where she was developed into a more selfless heroic persona.
She even appeared in the live-action Uncharted movie by Sony in a supporting role alongside Nathan Drake and Victor "Sully" Sullivan. She is shown to be switching sides as per the needs that best suit her.
While Red Dead Redemption 2 has many memorable side characters, Charles Smith was the Native American who stole many players' hearts. He was possibly the most level-headed person in the van der Linde gang and had a moral compass that pointed north more times than even protagonist Arthur Morgan.
Charles was the guy users could always
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