The 10 Best Genies In Video Games

thegamer.com:

There are plenty of old tropes and character types in gaming that are used to death, but one character type that is rarely used is the mystical genie. There are many unique ways to craft a genie character and there are just as many unique ways to tie them into ancient cultures which makes it a shock that the concept is so underutilized compared to others.

Related: Video Game Characters Who Can't Swim

Whether sinister or friendly, there have been some fascinating genies for gamers to become acquainted with. Some say that the magical creatures need some more love, and there are few ways better than to give some of the best video game genies their due.

There really aren’t that many memorable characters from kart racers that don’t include Mario in the title, but Taj does manage to stand out. A big reason for that is likely because he’s a big blue elephant, and it’s kind of hard to forget something like that.

The elephant also just so happens to be a genie. While he isn’t the most important character around, he’s a fun inclusion to Diddy Kong Racing, often resulting in many fans hoping that he earns a secret unlockable spot in future Mario Kart games.

When it comes to genies, Ruby is a relatively traditional one compared to others. Thanks to the mischievous nature she has, something many genies seem to share, she found herself trapped inside a magic lamp.

She’s a party member that anyone who picks up Dark Cloud will be happy to have around. Whether used as a serious magic user in combat or simply preferred thanks to her sassy nature, Ruby is a fun inclusion in an often overlooked game. Most people can agree that she represents genies well.

While Genie may have risen to fame in the animated film Aladdin, he has made quite a