Because you like Duke Nukem in Duke Nukem
Illiterate and oblivious, Crash Bandicoot is still a hero. See them in Crash Bandicoot.
Michaelangelo is an above-ground crime-fighter by night, and a pizza-eating, sewer-dwelling mutant ninja turtle by day. See them in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
Spyro the Dragon loves getting into trouble around the Dragon Realms. See them in Spyro the Dragon.
He may be one of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, but War still maintains a strong sense of honor. See them in Darksiders Series.
Prideful and psychotic tendencies combine to make Dr. Eggman a dangerous and villain who will squash anyone in his path. See them in Sonic the Hedgehog.
Crono may not talk, but this time-traveling hero's heart speaks volumes. See them in Chrono Trigger.
Tail's smarts and helpful nature come in handy in a pinch. See them in Sonic the Hedgehog.
Knuckles the Echidna is a 16-year-old red echidna (aka a spiny anteater) and guardian of the ancient Master Emerald. See them in Sonic the Hedgehog.
An upbeat, fun-loving teen, Sora would do anything for his friends. See them in Kingdom Hearts.