Because you like The Kid in Bastion

It's hard enough fighting a war. But it's worse for Commander Shepard, knowing no matter how hard you try, you can't save them all. See them in Mass Effect.

A great galactic bounty hunter, Samus Aran is not as good at expressing emotions. See them in Metroid.

Big Boss is a disillusioned mercenary commander who wants to create a world for soldiers (and soldiers alone). See them in Metal Gear Series.

A fun-loving jokester, Alistair isn't ready for the responsibilities he faces. See them in Dragon Age Series.

An inquisitive archaeologist, Professor Hershel Layton knows a gentleman leaves no puzzle unsolved. See them in Professor Layton.

Faith balances her adventurous thrill-seeking attitude with a righteous passion for justice. See them in Mirror's Edge.

Raiden is an efficient soldier haunted by his repressed past. See them in Metal Gear Series.

After being resurrected and discovering his new morphing abilities, Alex Mercer uses them to combat the virus now ravaging New York. See them in Prototype Series.

There are men who embrace destiny and do not show their fear. These are the ones that change the world forever. See them in Dragon Age Series.

Fox McCloud leads a team of pilots through the Lylat System in search of the evil genius Andross, the villain that killed his father. See them in Star Fox.

Dante Alighieri is a crusader fighting his way to absolution. See them in Dante's Inferno.

All who live know his name, and all who oppose him shall know Death. See them in Darksiders Series.