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The ever-optimistic plumber who has been saving Princess Peach and stomping Goombas since 1981, Mario is not only one of the most recognizable video game characters ever created, but also one of the most beloved.
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The courageous hero of Hyrule, Link has been on countless adventures throughout his long and storied history.
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The gruff and stoic special forces operative who first infiltrated Shadow Moses in 1998, Solid Snake is a complex and morally ambiguous character who has resonated with players for decades.
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The intelligent and athletic archaeologist who first raided tombs in 1996, Lara Croft is a pioneer for female video game characters.
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The charming and witty treasure hunter who first set sail in 2007, Nathan Drake is a modern-day Indiana Jones who has captivated players with his globetrotting adventures and witty banter.
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The genetically enhanced supersoldier who first battled the Covenant in 2001, Master Chief is a symbol of strength, courage, and heroism.
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The gruff but morally complex monster hunter who first appeared in 1994, Geralt of Rivia has gained widespread popularity in recent years thanks to the critically acclaimed Witcher video games and Netflix series.
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The resourceful and resilient young survivor who first appeared in 2013, Ellie Williams is a complex and nuanced character who has resonated with players for her strength, vulnerability, and growth over the course of the games.
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The unpredictable and violent ex-bank robber who is one of the three protagonists of Grand Theft Auto V, Trevor Philips is a divisive but undeniably memorable character.
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The skilled archer and outcast who must unravel the mysteries of a post-apocalyptic world in Horizon Zero Dawn, Aloy is a strong and determined protagonist who has quickly become a popular character.
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