Because you like Needles Kane in Twisted Metal

A hardboiled 1940s detective, Cole Phelps is haunted by his past in World War II. See them in L.A. Noire.

Crono may not talk, but this time-traveling hero's heart speaks volumes. See them in Chrono Trigger.

A gruff and hardened professional, Marcus Fenix keeps his emotions buried deep. See them in Gears of War.

Daxter is half otter, half weasel, all snark. See them in Jak and Daxter.

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

A sexy succubus , Morrigan Aensland lives for pleasure. See them in Darkstalkers .

A bureaucrat in the Land of the Dead, Manuel Calavera is a jaded, sarcastic loner who just might have a hidden heroic side. See them in Grim Fandango.

Liu Kang spends his days training his body and spirit, seeking to become the ultimate warrior. See them in Mortal Kombat.

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.

An undercover DEA agent, Max Payne is too focused on avenging the past to plan for the future. See them in Max Payne.

The Kid doesn't talk. He just acts with determination. See them in Bastion.

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