Top 5 video game protagonists of all time
Video games are an underappreciated form of media. With a wide genre of stories and interactivity, it is no surprise that they are so beloved by many. One of the reasons story-driven titles have become popular is because of a strong protagonist.
From Solid Snake to Geralt of Rivia, different games have given players memorable protagonists throughout the years. The following section ranks five of the most iconic game protagonists. This list includes long-running classics and newer entries in the market.
Note: This list is subjective and represents the writer’s opinions.
The iconic protagonist of Final Fantasy VII and its several renditions, Cloud Strife, is easily recognizable from his blonde spiky hair and marvelous Buster Sword.
While shown to be rather arrogant at first, the story shows Cloud developing a more mellowed personality later, retaining a soldier's badassery - in personality and raw strength-making. He is a true modern hero.
For many, Cloud Strife was their first protagonist in the Final Fantasy series and has been a fan favorite since.
Lara Croft is the protagonist of the Tomb Raider series, a highly-skilled, intelligent, and resourceful British archeologist who often gets into various misadventures involving ruins and tombs while simultaneously saving the world in the process.
Her journey through several reboots has seen her physical appearance undergo drastic changes, but her appeal and fan following remains unparalleled.
Lara Croft is one of the most recognizable female icons in video games and has even inspired several live-action movies based on the character.
The titular Witcher and protagonist of the Witcher series of games from developer CD Projekt Red, Geralt of Rivia, is the legendary witcher from the
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