Because you like Samus Aran in Metroid

Tail's smarts and helpful nature come in handy in a pinch. See them in Sonic the Hedgehog.

After finding a mysterious object in one of the many rooms in her father's mansion, Bulma is inspired to discover its secrets. See them in Dragon Ball.

Greenpeace? No, this brave eco-terrorist is waging Greenwar. See them in Final Fantasy Series.

When the safety of Hyrule is at stake, Princess Zelda does not hesitate to sacrifice herself for the good of the land. See them in The Legend of Zelda.

An upbeat, fun-loving teen, Sora would do anything for his friends. See them in Kingdom Hearts.

Kazuma Kiryu's legendary strength and exploits have earned him the nickname of Dragon of Dojima. See them in Yakuza.

The "runt" of his biker gang, Tetsuo Shima grapples with a perpetual inferiority complex. See them in Akira.

Stuck somewhere between life and death, Talion is motivated by one thing only: vengeance. See them in Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor.

An aristocrat-turned-tomb-raider, Lara Croft does her best thinking while plunging off cliffs. See them in Lara Croft: Tomb Raider.

Closing off her emotions makes Lightning a great fighter, but at what personal cost? See them in Final Fantasy Series.

He might look like a pretty boy, but resourceful Leon Scott Kennedy is the man to have at your side during a crisis. See them in Resident Evil Series.

Tifa Lockhart is part mother hen, part martial arts bad-ass. See them in Final Fantasy Series.