It's exactly that complexity, based on real narratives from Greek Mythology, that make this character so iconic. Thanks to Fable 2s See the Future DLC, this iconic Albion pupper can come in several shapes and sizes. That is absolutely not the case. Across the course of three games hes battled every kind of mafia organization conceivable, worked as a private security contractor and even shaved his head in an I cant take this sh*t anymore cutscene. First appearance in a game: Red Dead Redemption (2010). He's a family man, married to Mrs. Pac-Man, with two kids. Strangely though, Mass Effects most popular character initially makes an underwhelming first impression. Lucinas hair color is blue. Really all the dog does is appear on the screen to show off the ducks, but every time he does it just makes us smile. Here are some of the most notable examples of male video game characters with blue hair. 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Initially voiced by veteran English actor Billy Murray, a younger version of the character once again stole the limelight from the series conveyor belt of mute protagonists in 2019s rebooted Modern Warfare, this time portrayed by Liverpudlian actor, Barry Sloane. All rights reserved. Unflappably loyal, a little jaded, and never anything less than an undisputed badass, Price was the first Call of Duty character who was really worth paying attention to. Juicy! Though she tries to color over it, Ill turn a blind eye on Love Your Red Hair Day. She is escorted by Joe Miller, who also appears on our list, through the US, as she is one of the few immune survivors of a plague. WebShort, peach skin, metal, holds balloons, male, REALLY annoying, wears red and blue, giggles a lot, propeller hat: Italian plumber, bushy mustache, loves mushrooms, wears red: Short, blue and yellow striped shirt, red cap: First main character in collection of 4 games, blue hair, sword bearer His earlier name is revealed to be "Naked Snake," though he's often just referred to as "Snake" in the game. Lucina is the heart and soul character of Awakening. But we include him as one character from the classic video game series from Capcom, Mega Man. First appearance in a game: Street Fighter (1987). WebThe main hero of the Mushroom Kingdom. An ox? Since studios and developers first began creating video games with vocalized lines in the early 1990s, the quality of voice acting has increased in tandem with the number of famous names participating in video game acting. She explores tombs in the faraway places of the world, searching for clues and some really cool ancient artifacts. She is best friends with the character, Jade, and fights alongside her to overthrow the rulers of the Outland. Pikachu was one of ten Japanese mascots in the 2014 FIFA World Cup. While there may be different moves, different designs, and different stories, one thing remains the same, her bouncy beautiful blue hair. Confusing? All of the coolest video game villains you know and can't help but love! Thankfully, the iconic dog got a more PC-friendly nickname, alongside a considerably more cuddly redesign, in Fallout 4. Who knows how much money she could have saved had she not been introduced to the wonderful realms of Minecraft at the age of 6. Blue hair has rocked anime, films, and video games for years. First appearance in a game: Twisted Metal (1995). One of the original playable characters in the game Mortal Kombat, he quickly became one of the fan favorites. First appearance in a game: 2018 That changed with the later games in the series, with Nukem becoming more and more of a hyper-macho-action character with a slightly snarky attitude. His movement in the game was fairly novel at the time and has been repeated by many games since. First appearance in a game: Pokmon Puzzle League (2000). Ultimately, with her more than bright blue hair, Kula isn't exactly a good character. In each new version of the game (and there have been many), Mega Man gains new abilities and new attributes to enhance him and the gameplay. Toadstools are often depicted with their red caps and white spots, which resemble Toad's cap. (Image credit: Capcom) First appearance in a game: 2001. Notable appearance: Onimusha 3: Demon Siege. Essentially, Fox is a gun-for-hire, hired to perform various missions andyou knowsave the world. Some are obvious choices, others will remind you of past favorites, and a few are a little weird but utterly iconic when you really think about it. Some really dislike Tom Nook and see him as an exploitative opportunist who's greedy and with little good to him. Michael is an award-winning poet, writer, and editor. Lucina is the heart and soul character of Awakening. Clair (Pokemon, Anime) Image of Clair from (Pokemon), pointing her finger He a sergeant for COG (The Coalition of Governments) and fights against the Locust Horde. Ryu is famous for the misquote: "You must defeat Sheng Long to stand a chance.". (Image credit: Capcom) First appearance in a game: 2001. Notable appearance: Onimusha 3: Demon Siege. Ranging from famous movie actors to television actors to animated voice actors and more, these names have helped bring some of our most beloved characters to life. CyrilMurasakitsuyukusa. She began life as a strawberry blonde, which is what redheads call themselves when they dont want to fully commit. We used a lot of science to come up with this list. Inspired by the unnamed pooch that appears in the first two Mad Max films, Dogmeats original name was. ahem, "Dogsh*t" at least around the offices of Interplay Productions back in the late 90s. Every annoying video game character in one place! How? In his earliest iterations, Duke Nukem barely spoke and played like more of a silent assassin. Steered by justice and a sense of honor, its a real pity Onmishua died a relatively early death. A maker at heart, Michael loves all things DIY. UK government says Microsoft's pushback against its Activision block is "not borne out by the facts", Sekiro fans dub Armored Core 6 "Mechiro" after seeing its familiar posture-break mechanic, This progress-breaking Star Wars Jedi Survivor bug is forcing players to restart the game. Born to the fancy-pants House of Qarinus, Dorian studied magic at the Circle of Carastes, but despite being a prize student, his love of dueling landed him in all sorts of bother. Mercifully, the Dragonborn and a trio of Nordic heroes send Alduin packing through time thanks to the power of an Elder Scroll. We never saw Drogon pull that off in Game of Thrones. Notable appearance: The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim. and pals, Bella was last spotted hanging around Don Lotharios deck, hinting at an extramarital tryst between the pair. First appearance in a game: 2000 He tries to accomplish this through his underground crime syndicate known as Shadaloo. Seriously though, "Dog" would likely not have made the list if it weren't for his character in Super Smash Bros, which has made him quite a bit more famous with gamers of the younger generation. Whats the Best Video Game From the Year You Were Born? Who? First appearance in a game: God of War (2018 / Norse era). The actual location of Agent 47's safehouse has never been revealed in any of the Hitman games thus far. Notable appearance: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. Notable characters: Two main characters: a boy and a girl (around 14-16 years old), both are swordman. Oh, and he laughs every time a player misses, which makes him one of the most annoying characters of all time, as well. Fox McCloud is every gamer's favorite anthropomorphic fox. Notable appearance:Ratchet and Clank: A Crack in Time. He is a former Green Beret and a highly-trained special operations soldier with an incredibly high IQ (180) and a knowledge of various languages. Here is the definitive list: 1. In the Infamous series, Lucy Kuo was a memorable character who struggles greatly with her morals, powers, and her fear of death. The designer of Mario, Shigeru Miyamoto, originally intended to use the characters of Popeye, Brutus, and Olive Oil for the role of Mario, Donkey Kong, and Princess Peach, respectively. He's a trusted friend of Princess Peach, and he and his brother Luigi Donkey Kong was certainly based on King Kong from Universal Studios, with the latter even suing Nintendo over trademark infringement. Many liken him to video gaming's answer to Luke Skywalker, as he exhibits great bravery and heroism throughout the series of games. Not everyone loves Marcus Fenixnot at all! Now, he's excited to devote his energies full time to Howchoo. First appearance in a game: Halo: The Fall of Reach (2001). Captain Price may have a pretty respectable stache, but its got nothing on the gloriously twirly piece of hair sitting above Dorians beautiful face. She plays one of the main protagonists and is a favorite among many fans of the series. The protagonist of Persona 3, Minato Arisato, is a pretty engaging character and one that most fans consider to be the best protagonist in the series. 50. First appearance in a game: Donkey Kong (1981). 9 Henry Hatsworth Henry Hatsworth Henry Hatsworth is a card-carrying member of the Pompous Adventurers Club and is noted for his cavalier use of words like poppycock. First appearance in a game: 2001 Despite claiming reasonably good reviews and sales figures, the franchise just didnt have the legs of a Resident Evil, or even Devil May Cry. He dashes. He can be controlled by another agent, who is the player. His other main rival is Sub-Zero, a ninja from a rival clan who bears some resemblance to Scorpion. Still, Ash Ketchum is what most people think of when they think of Pokmon and its main protagonist, which is enough to earn him the spot on our list. Notable appearance: Parappa the Rapper. We are aware of his seedy past, and yet we still sympathize with his struggle to return to normal family life. Navi points out clues and other hidden things in the map for Link and points out the direction of quests. The character Kratos is based on the Greek god with the same name. He has one mission: to kill his targetthough if he enjoys his work, we would never know it! And it doesn't hurt when you have your own film made about you (Pokmon Detective Pikachu), and you're voiced by Ryan Reynolds. From Chloe Price to the infamous Jinx, blue hair is rocking the gaming world. Thank you Mario, but our Princess is in another castle! Some may say we just shouted the names of video game characters with red hair, and I wrote them down without changing the order. In prequels to the main storyline, Big Boss is revealed to be a special forces officer who becomes disillusioned with the US government when he is betrayed and lied to. WebBlue cartoon characters are some of the most famous in animated history. A box set of the complete Witcher novel series can be purchased, translated into English. Prior to being beamed up by E.T. Pac-Man has even found his way into business lingo. Ultimately, while she may be a little unstable and have it pretty bad in life, she's got wonderful hair. First appearance in a game: Pac-Man (1980). First appearance in a game: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (1998). Thus Scorpion and Sub-Zero were born. Duke Nukem wrote an autobiography. First appearance in a game: Pokmon Red and Blue (1996). That is absolutely not the case. Ultimately, with long dark blue hair that goes down to her waist, Lucina is a beloved character who has her fair share of struggles and problems that she bravely fights through. Despite her cheerful disposition, this young girl is doing her best to be recognized as a decent human being who has a bit more control over her powers and her orders to kill. While he might not be as high on our list as his fraternal twin, many gaming fans prefer Luigi a lot more. The earliest versions of Cloud had him with slicked-back hair and a more muscular physique. Starring in the most iconic time-fiddling friendship since Marty McFly and Doc Brown, Max Caulfield and Chloe Price form quite the duo in Dontnods disarming episodic adventure. Ever since Blueberry from the comic strip Out Our Way first appeared, blue cartoon characters have gotten over with fans. First appearance in a game: Metal Gear (1987). WebCarmen Sandiego is almost always portrayed as a woman who often wears a red ("carmine") trench coat, a matching fedora (though often portrayed similar to a sombrero cordobs), and long brown hair, although her hair color was given to be "auburn" or "black" in some of the earlier games of the franchise. He is a Japanese martial artist based on real-life karate masterMas Oyama. Not much is known about Needles Even though Navi only appears in Ocarina of Time, the little sprite/fairy has still won our hearts. There was an urban legend that a player could actually kill the dog in Duck Hunt, which wasn't true until the arcade VS. Others really love Tom Nook and see him as a shrewd businessman. We used a lot of science to come up with this list. Also, that dude has not been missing shoulder day at his presumably block-built gym. The boy having blue hair and the girl having pink hair and both have blue and pink clothes for their theme. It can be purchased for 100 Robux. Here is the definitive list: 1. Some diehard Sega fans would argue that Sonic (aka The Blue Blur) should be number one on our list. With a noggin the shape of a scalene triangle, one of the most infamous monsters in the history of survival horror was initially known as The Bogeyman in Japan. The Biker in Hotline Miami is easily one of the most mysterious characters in the entire series. Notable appearance: Max Payne. First appearance in a game: 1997 Notable appearance: Dragon Age: Inquisition. A former escaped convict turned into a weapon by the government? The hunky spellcaster has lived quite the life, too. He runs really, really fast! She joined GamesRadar+ in 2017, revitalizing the news coverage and building new processes and strategies for the US team. We have this to say about Bowser: he's the angriest turtle ever made! She is a pretty powerful character in the game, filled with great powers, fantastic lines and a plotline that is one many will never forget. Lucinas hair color is blue. First appearance in a game: 2008 Trust us, you don't want to play these bad video games! To date, Mario has appeared in more than 200 video games for the Nintendo franchise, giving him the record for the most video game appearances. First appearance in a game: 2007 Kitana is a playable character in the Mortal Kombat franchise of games and princess of the Outworld (later becoming the ruler). Icons of Gaming Lists that rank the best, worst, and otherwise most memorable characters in video game history. The only issue, in a game where choices matter, most end up choosing the one that helps out Chloe the most, just because she's so lovable. Scorpion is an undead ninja out to avenge his death and his family's. Many love to play as her whenever they can due to her unique and powerful moves and her wonderful design. While she's artificially intelligent, she also contains real emotional depth, which critiques the idea that robots are incapable of the same levels of humanness as humans. Like his older brother, Luigi is indeed a plumber. Growing up in the Bachelor family, she was a good student whose Gothic side shone through in the collection of skulls she adorned her bedroom with. It's a testament to Hajime Tabata's direction that he managed to save this dumpster fire and craft a brilliant game that many players will emotionally invest themselves in, despite the many drawbacks of Final Fantasy 15. Albert Einstein inspires Dr. Wiley's character and design with the crazy hair and mustache. Pinterest (Edited) First appearance in a game: Pokmon Puzzle League (2000) Contrary to popular belief, Ash Ketchum is not the protagonist of video games such as Pokmon Red, Blue, or Yellow. It's bright, bold, and shows they're not afraid of anything, which certainly seems to be the case for these fantastic characters. RELATED: Most Iconic Anime Girls With Purple Hair. I know what youre thinking, Chloe has blue hair. Atreus' journey in the game, both physically and emotionally, is quite complex. Mario is always bright and cheerful and instantly recognizable with his blue overalls, red cap, and trademark moustache. First appearance in a game: The Legend of Zelda (1986). Well, a little-known fact is thats not a natural human hair color. He currently resides in the Tampa-area with his wife and puppy. Known as Tenkai Nankb to the people/demons he doesnt brutally slay, Samanosuke takes the starring role in the first and third games of the Onimusha series. While this character might seem to have black hair, there are other official renditions that give this hairdo a blue tinge at times. The guy is capable of making all sorts of contraptions and minions to help his cause. While we showcase the female version of Commander Shepard, players could choose to have Shepard be either male or female in the game. First appearance in a game: 2008 Going on to play a pivotal role in World of Warcraft's superb Wrath of the Lich King expansion, the leader of the Forsaken faction is driven by the need for power and revenge. WebShort, peach skin, metal, holds balloons, male, REALLY annoying, wears red and blue, giggles a lot, propeller hat: Italian plumber, bushy mustache, loves mushrooms, wears red: Short, blue and yellow striped shirt, red cap: First main character in collection of 4 games, blue hair, sword bearer There was some careful writing of the dialogue in the game to maintain a gender-neutral atmosphere for the player. More importantly, though, he has a fantastic mustache. Ask anyone to name a video game charactereven someone who's never played oneand they'll likely say "Mario!" Keep Vakarian alive right until the end of Mass Effect 3, and one of the most effective portrayals of wordless, video game friendship reveals itself in arguably the series best cutscene. When Max uses her magic juju to reverse time to save Prices life after years of estrangement, the pair almost instantly rekindle their friendship. This is due, in part, to the stellar acting of Steve Ogg, who used motion-sensing controls to act out Philips' cut scenes and voiced the character. Mario's not your typical video game hero. He is the leader of a group called Star Fox and most of the time players control him aboard the spaceship, Arwing. WebPaRappa may not be the most famous video game character of all time, but he is almost certainly the coolest. Wait until the house he initially offered you is downgraded to a tent in the likes of Animal Crossing: New Leaf. Designer, Shigeru Miyamoto, was undecided on what kind of animal to use for the game until he visited the Fushimi Inari shrine which is a giant statue of a mythological fox. What makes Marston a compelling Western-themed protagonist is that he is both hero and a villain at times. Chloe Price is the kind of girl many wished they could have been when they were younger. Just check out his character in Luigi's Mansion for evidence of that (which happens to be a great game). Along with Sin, the central antagonist of this tale is Seymour Guado. It can be purchased for 100 Robux. Hes been performed by chainsaw-voiced veteran actor Michael Ironside in five of the six Splinter Cell games but in the more action-focussed Blacklist, Canadian actor Eric Johnson took over voice and performance capture duties. Notable characters: Two main characters: a boy and a girl (around 14-16 years old), both are swordman. Hey! WebCarmen Sandiego is almost always portrayed as a woman who often wears a red ("carmine") trench coat, a matching fedora (though often portrayed similar to a sombrero cordobs), and long brown hair, although her hair color was given to be "auburn" or "black" in some of the earlier games of the franchise. The protagonist of both the Splinter Cell games and a series of novels by Tom Clancy, Sam Fisher, is your classic black-ops video game hero. His forename comes from the Deluxe Paint tool used to create his sprite, and his surname is lifted directly from P.G. However, if you really want the full experience of the character, you'll need to combine gameplay with some TV binging! You'll never believe how much they get played to play games! It's a popular look to rock and many of the female characters in games show it off with style. In Blizzard lore, she contains many narratives and is featured in many of the novels written about StarCraft. First appearance in a game: 2001 Duck Hunt, where it actually was possible to shoot the dog. Twisted Metal is a wicked franchise, and its trademark character is the perfect embodiment of the wild mayhem it brings. Father of "Solid Snake," who appears later on our list, the aptly named Big Boss is the leader of a group of terroristsOuter Heaven. The main character in what some call the greatest video game ever made, Cloud Strife is immediately recognizable to most video game fans with his blonde, spikey hair and massive sword, The Buster Sword. Spyro's egg was lost when his family disappeared, so Spyro was raised by dragonflies. For years, fans have been asking to learn more about Sweet Tooth's backstory, and finally, a cut-scene was made where we learn about a lover that Sweet Tooth doesn't much care for anymore, to put it mildly. He may not have the one-liner skills of Resident Evil 4s Leon, but Isaac makes up for his lack of chat by being one of the keenest crack shots in the galaxy. She's a compassionate character who would do anything to see the success and safety of her family. Some may say we just shouted the names of video game characters with red hair, and I wrote them down without changing the order. It's Mario's twin brother! It's easy to see why this franchise has such a dedicated fanbase to this day, with the announcement of the latest Sonic game generating a ton of hype from the get-go. Cortana inspired Microsoft's artificially intelligent personal assistant with the same name. Soon to be portrayed by Bella Ramsey in the upcoming HBO show The Last of Us, Ellie is the video game character everybody roots for. See also: Top 25 Best Characters With Red Hair, Ranked! Over time, Ryu evolved into a more muscular figure with a widening array of attacks and defensive moves in the series. The sensitive handling of Chloes mental health and addiction issues makes her not only one of the most iconic characters of the 2010s but one of the most truly three-dimensional to ever appear in a video game. We used a lot of science to come up with this list. The story of Tidus and his friends as they try to stop Sin and prevent Yuna from being sacrificed is highly engaging and makes for a great time. Okay, so many Marcus Fenix doesn't have the most original background of the characters on the list, but he does have the hearts of anyone familiar with the Gears of War franchise. Ultimate. First appearance in a game: 1990 Thats it, Stevie boy; give Mario and his cronies a brick-based beatdown. In all seriousness, she was one of the first female video game characters to shed some classic stereotypes. While the video game doesn't explore Geralt of Rivia in as much depth as the television show or the novels, players learn about the training he received to be a "Witcher" and his quests. He's just a plumber and dresses the part. New games for 2023 and beyond to add to your wishlist, (Image credit: Nintendo/Square Enix/Microsoft). There are many, many video game characters that have been voiced by famous actors. Speaking of characters who sacrifice their life to save the world, another main character from a JRPG that deserves a mention here is Noctis Lucis Caelum. Chloe is an absolute badass who many people fall in love with as soon as they see her in this great game. Talisa Soto, who played Kitana in the 1995 film Mortal Kombat, underwent extensive martial training to perform some of the moves with Kitana's signature deadly fan. He's a trusted friend of Princess Peach, and he and his brother Luigi Keep reading to find out which icons made it into the top 25, and who gets the trophy for being the most iconic video game character in 2021 Get the best gaming deals, reviews, product advice, competitions, unmissable gaming news and more! And weve only made one of those monikers up, promise. Either way, he's definitely a recognizable character in a game series that's sold more than 50 million units to date.
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