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Whenever you set off on an adventure in a brand-new digital world in gaming, you take command of sole individuals such as Solid Snake and Master Chief, who are the heroic avatars. When gamers experience a story, they tend to remember and love these protagonists.
Some of these protagonist heroes are just straight-up likeable people that are not possible to hate. Others are so well-written, and their journeys are some of the best video gaming medium has to offer.
Regardless of why they’re held in such high esteem, here are the top 5 greatest protagonists we’ve witnessed in gaming history.
5Solid Snake
It’s a known fact that theMetal Gearfranchise has always been a step ahead of the competition in terms of storytelling, all thanks to its main hero, Solid Snake. Even in the character’s earliest iterations, he always added toMetal Gear‘s plot and stylings.Metal Gear Solidbrings even more to his character, fleshing him out as one of the most beloved ones.
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Solid Snake often finds himself struggling between his enjoyment of violence and his commitment to peace. He wants to be a better man than villains such as Liquid Snake and Big Boss throughout the entirety ofMGS. He brings undeniable charm and a personality that’s much deeper than what appears on the surface.
4Lara Croft
Tomb Raiderundoubtedly made history with its protagonist, Lara Croft. She’s truly the most iconic woman in all of gaming and a perfect representation of female protagonists. She adds many layers to the iconic franchise, elevating it beyond a mere treasure hunt. She’s quite capable, charismatic, stubborn, witty, and much more.
TheTomb Raiderfranchise isn’t afraid to give her negative traits, such as her self-destructive behavior. However, this has never devalued Lara or hurt her character. Her determination to carry forward her father’s legacy is an incredible motivation to justify her actions.
3Trevor Phillips
Trevor Philips is for sure one of the best protagonists we’ve seen in aGrand Theft Autogame since he’s a total jerk! He perfectly displays the satirical nature ofGrand Theft Auto 5‘s Los Santos.The gaming community has always criticized Rockstarbecause its characters inGTAgames don’t line up with the actions of players.
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Therefore, Trevor proves to be the best type of protagonist for a game like this. When gamers want to fool around and cause havoc inGTA Online, it feels like Trevor could be right up there with them! He’s quite ambitious and clever but extremely chaotic without caring for anything in his life. Trevor understands everything that’s happening around him, and he’s truly the product of what Los Santos brings out in people.
There’s no doubt that Dante fromDevil May Cryis the culmination of confident heroism and stylish combat. The man has been busy stabbing, shooting, and slaying demons since the release of the original title back in 2001. Each battle against his enemies brings fun for Dante, and it takes a huge threat for him to get serious.
However, over the years, Dante has gone from a cocky demon hunter to a mentor and a calm middle-aged man. Although this attitude does come through sometimes, he reveres the stakes, usually at hand, and goes the extra mile to protect his team. He cares deeply about the people around him.
1Master Chief
Halowouldn’t have been a legendary game without the Master Chief, John-117. This Spartan II is the playable protagonist of all theHalogames.
The entire franchise is regarded as one of the most fun shooters we’ve ever seen.Getting to play as Chief while going off againsthordes of Arbiters and Grunts is truly an experience that everyone would die for.
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He is a super soldier but also a human, showcasing inHalo 4and5. While his humanity allows us to connect with the soldier to a greater degree, it’s what his butt-kicking ability with his rifle puts him on the radar.
From the exact moment he woke up from his cryo-sleep, he sent the Covenant back their bomb and beyond and took the fight to whatever threat humanity faces.
What do you think about these characters from the gaming industry? Let us know in the comments what you think.
Dhruv Bhatnagar
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With over 4 years of experience in content writing and more than 1,000 articles published for FandomWire, Dhruv is a seasoned writer when it comes to the gaming space. He’s deeply passionate about titles such as GTA Online, Forza Horizon, and Pokémon Go, committed to bringing readers deep dives and latest updates.
