Because you like Tintin in The Adventures of Tintin
Toby Cavanaugh has trouble avoiding being manipulated. See them in Pretty Little Liars.
Point the fun-loving Pippin Took towards second breakfast, and he's one happy hobbit. See them in The Lord of the Rings.
Stoic, cynical, and brilliant, Solid Snake was genetically engineered to be the perfect soldier. See them in Metal Gear Series.
Stuck somewhere between life and death, Talion is motivated by one thing only: vengeance. See them in Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor.
Mario is a plumber who wears a ridiculous outfit, eats weird looking mushrooms, and fits himself inside your pipes so he can save a princess. See them in Super Mario Bros..
Resourceful and pragmatic, Selina Kyle always keeps in mind her number one priority: herself. See them in Gotham.
Greenpeace? No, this brave eco-terrorist is waging Greenwar. See them in Final Fantasy Series.
If Lisbeth Salander can hurt a bastard who deserves it by digging up stuff about him, she feels good. See them in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.
Always headed towards adventure, Goku is frequently with a band of loyal companions at his side. See them in Dragon Ball.
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.
Rainbow Dash's interests include flying, playing pranks, and generally being themost awesome pony around. See them in My Little Pony.
Once a loving family man, James Heller is now dark, damaged, and hell-bent on getting revenge. See them in Prototype Series.