Top 5 Protagonists This Generation
John Marston - Red Dead Redemption
Cool, calm, collected and an ultimate bad arse. That's why we loved John Marston from Red Dead Redemption, his dark and mysterious past caught up with the honourable family man ideals. Not only was his tale rather remarkable, but the way he told us about his thoughts and emotions really fleshed him out as a character.
Alan Wake - Alan Wake
Alan Wake is as close as we're ever going to get to having Stephen King as a playable character in a video game. The best selling thriller writer was a joy to play through his self-titled debut, as we dealt with a recurring theme of light and darkness. Alan had a very human quality to him - he wasn't a trained soldier or a gun-toting redneck, but rather a very human and civilised author who was stuck in a nightmare that he couldn't wake up from. A compelling character that we enjoyed spending time with.
Travis Touchdown - No More Heroes
He's arrogant, he's a smart arse, and more importantly he is hilarious. Travis Touchdown is an unpredictable psycho from Suda51's No More Heroes series, who is fixated on pop-culture opportunities, and scoring with the ladies. Travis always takes things to the extreme, and that's why he is so much fun to play as.
Niko Bellic - Grand Theft Auto IV
It's not very often a video game will put you in control of a Eastern European immigrant, but that's what Rockstar Gamed did with Grand Theft Auto IV. The Niko Bellic tale is one full of trauma, hardships, depression and cynicism. Half the fun of GTA IV was learning more about Niko between missions, and to see how he would handle certain social situations. Playing as a character who just arrived in a new city, in a foreign country is a foreign concept in itself, but it really panned out, making Niko one of the most memorable protagonists of this generation.
Nathan Drake - Uncharted
Very rarely do video game characters ooze personality and charm at every turn, but Nathan Drake from the Uncharted series is without a doubt, the most likeable character in gaming. He is also the most realistic character too, showing flaws in everything he does which draws the player in. He can be a little arrogant at times, yet he is a genuine guy who becomes fixated on his goals. Drake often opens his mouth at the wrong time, and should feel right at home for any Indiana Jones fans out there. All in all, love or hate the series, Nathan Drake is one of the most human characters in gaming.
So there you have it! Don't agree with our list? Tell us your favourite protagonists this generation and why in the comments below.
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KatsumiPosted:
Dante is one of the most beast protagonist. in order my favorite current generation protagonists are
1. Dante (DmC4)
One of the most badass protagonists in all of video gaming.. he always has a cool and calm aura and can destroy anything in his path without a problem. You would think that it gets boring but it has been pulled off very well
2. Commander Shepard (Mass effect series)
He has saved the galaxy multiple times and is a war hero. All life in the galaxy relied on him when the reapers first attacked. He stopped the collectors even when people didnt belive him and saved earth from the reaper attack. Truly a hero
3. The boss (saints row)
B A D A S S
4. Alan Wake
5. Niko belic
1. Dante (DmC4)
One of the most badass protagonists in all of video gaming.. he always has a cool and calm aura and can destroy anything in his path without a problem. You would think that it gets boring but it has been pulled off very well
2. Commander Shepard (Mass effect series)
He has saved the galaxy multiple times and is a war hero. All life in the galaxy relied on him when the reapers first attacked. He stopped the collectors even when people didnt belive him and saved earth from the reaper attack. Truly a hero
3. The boss (saints row)
B A D A S S
4. Alan Wake
5. Niko belic
NeedAJtagPleasePosted:
first to address halo fans: when does he talk? hardly ever so he is not funny
but my question is WHERE THE **** IS THAT TALKINK ROBOT FROM PORTAL ON THE LIST?
but my question is WHERE THE **** IS THAT TALKINK ROBOT FROM PORTAL ON THE LIST?
Epicawesome22Posted:
cheesewaffle1 WTF!! WHERE'S MARCUS, OR DOM, DOM DIED FOR THEM!really? my question is where's carmine
?!?!?!?! he survived all four Gears of Wars seriously?!?!?!
Epicawesome22Posted:
WhoDoYouThink Master Chief isn't there because he first appeared on the original Xbox.i only have 3 xbox games right now... Reach is one of them the ending is epic its a pretty good game!
I'd personally say Noble Six from Halo Reach. To this day I still think that is one of the greatest campaigns in any game I have ever played!
MightyMitchPosted:
cheesewaffle1 WTF!! WHERE'S MARCUS, OR DOM, DOM DIED FOR THEM!
lol Dom was a cry baby and Marcus had no personality
WhoDoYouThinkPosted:
Master Chief isn't there because he first appeared on the original Xbox.
I'd personally say Noble Six from Halo Reach. To this day I still think that is one of the greatest campaigns in any game I have ever played!
I'd personally say Noble Six from Halo Reach. To this day I still think that is one of the greatest campaigns in any game I have ever played!
-Robin-Posted:
I have to admit, these characters are good. I might not say the best, but they were good...
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