DualShockers named the 10 best protagonists in gaming history

Portal DualShockers prepared top 10 best video game characters. Here's who the editors chose - and why.

10. Senua (Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice)

What sets her apart from other heroes is her desire to return her loved one, regardless of the price she has to pay. She is not just the main character of the game, but a tragic hero haunted by the past.

9. Clementine (Telltale's The Walking Dead)

Over the course of the series, the girl matures, and although she loses her naivety, she never loses the kindness in her heart. Her story is a path of development and striving for the future through constant difficulties and hardships.

8. Peter Parker (Marvel's Spider-Man)

The hero behind the mask of Spider-Man stands out for his desire to do good. He is a true hero who does not feel sorry for himself if he can help someone else. Although he suffers and loses loved ones to evildoers, he continues to believe that even they deserve a second chance.

7. Lara Croft (Tomb Raider)

Lara is a true veteran of the video game industry, and her new incarnations highlight her best features. She is dangerous and smart: there are no mysteries that she cannot solve. In pop culture, she has become a worthy successor to Indiana Jones and a clear inspiration for Nathan Drake.

6. Joel Miller (The Last of Us)

He is on the list not because he is a hero, but because he is a father who is ready to give up the whole world for the sake of the girl who replaced his daughter. His story is about fatherly love, which can be both pure and reckless.

5. Captain Shepard (Mass Effect)

Regardless of whether the player chooses a female or male version of the character, whether he plays a Hero or a Renegade, Shepard remains the last hope of humanity. He is relentless and will stop at nothing to save the galaxy from the Reapers. At the same time, Shepard is more than a soldier. His or her story is one of friendship and love, as well as danger and heroism.

4. Geralt (The Witcher)

The legendary witcher earned a place on the list thanks to his wisdom and courage in the face of danger. He doesn't shy away from difficult situations and tough choices, and although he has his own concept of good and evil, he understands that it's all subjective.

3. Kratos (God of War)

The hero has evolved from a ruthless killer to a wise warrior who wants to do the right thing. Over time, he understands what the responsibility of a god means, teaches his son about it, and even convinces Thor that they do not have to follow the role of destroyers.

2. Arthur Morgan (Red Dead Redemption 2)

Arthur's reveal arc is one of the best in video game history. Despite his cowboy-gangster lifestyle, he understands that it's time to end. He has no hope of redemption, but still does as much good as he can.

1. Ellie Williams (The Last of Us)

Ellie received first place due to how complex her character turned out to be. Her arc is not a heroic path to the light, but a humane and tragic story of hatred born of love.

Do you agree with this rating? If not, who would you put first? Write in the comments!

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