Because you like Donkey Kong in Donkey Kong

Spyro the Dragon loves getting into trouble around the Dragon Realms. See them in Spyro the Dragon.

Don't let his old age fool you, Heihachi Mishima is a ruthless pragmatist who values self-reliance above all else. See them in Tekken .

A short-tempered guy, Bowser is determined to wreak havoc on the Mushroom Kingdom. See them in Super Mario Bros..

NiGHTS is a powerful but childlike spirit who hates being told what to do. See them in NiGHTS into Dreams.

For Kazuya Mishima, the power of the Devil is now his and his alone. See them in Tekken .

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.

Kind and friendly, Rinoa Heartilly is nonetheless an effective freedom fighter. See them in Final Fantasy Series.

For Sly Cooper, stealing isn't just about the haul. It's also about the journey. See them in Sly Cooper.

Those who stand against this singular super ninja are doomed to fail. See them in Ninja Gaiden.

Society may reject Felicia, but this bubbly catwoman just wants to spread happiness to others. See them in Darkstalkers .

Frank West enjoys the adventure that comes from his work. But a zombie outbreak might be a little too much even for him. See them in Dead Rising.

Baloo is a fun-lovin' bear who just needs the bare necessities of life See them in The Jungle Book.