Describe your life as a video game, and we’ll tell you which video game main character you would be
We know that daily self-preservation practices are not half as exciting as going on a jungle escapade in a completely different body. Fortunately, we can make reality just as much of a treat as the 3D world’s thrill for the holidays! Learn which video game character you’d mostly be like through our quiz.
How do you visualize yourself as a character in general?
I’m the main character of my own life.
I am everyone’s trusty, reliable best friend.
Sometimes, I feel like a non-player character (NPC) in a game… like those randomly generated Sims in your town.
I’m so complex, I could never be categorized as just a character.
The game begins with your character’s first distinct memory. What’s it going to be?
Playing on the street with the neighbors my age.
Crying over a toy for whatever reason; Either one you had got broken, or you couldn’t get a new one.
A good memory of going to this one place that’s no longer around.
My childhood home. What else could my first memory be?
There are a few things on the ground, and for no good reason, a merchant sitting on the sidewalk advises you to pick one up. Which one are you going for?
A weapon.
Healing kits.
The coins, dude. The coins.
I’m not picking stuff up from the ground!
What does your ideal sidekick look like?
Someone with a confident stance and excellent negotiation skills.
Cute! They’d probably have short hair, too.
I don’t care what they look like, as long as they have something good in store for me.
What sidekick?
Choose a song that describes your final boss fight this year, also known as your finals season.
Breakeven by The Script. I’m still alive but I’m barely breathing.
Smokin Out The Window by SilkSonic. Why you doin’ this to me? Not to be dramatic, but…
Solar Power by Lorde. Forget all of the tears that you’ve cried… it's over!
Stronger by Kanye West. Now that don’t kill me, can only make me stronger.
Lara Croft (from the Tomb Raider series)
Running errands but still looking fabulous in the process? That’s you and our token explorer, Lara Croft! Those who have watched you evolve through the years know what you have gone through to get to this point of your life—and they can never have enough of your presence.
Tom Nook (from the Animal Crossing series)
Have you ever been told that you looked or seemed intimidating, even when you’re really not? Don’t worry, Tom Nook completely gets you! Even though Tom Nook would probably charge us bells to get him to take this quiz, we all know how deep his concern for his island runs. Your best intentions might be masked by a rash exterior, but we know you’re doing your best. You got this!
Carl “CJ” Johnson (from Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas)
When you know exactly what you’re doing, life gets easier to navigate—just talk to CJ, who happens to be just like you! You don’t shy away from unexpected encounters with danger, but you might be a bit scared of missions that ask you to drive on the wrong side of the tracks. You’re still the toughest person out there.
Ellie (from the The Last of Us series)
Just like Ellie, you’re highly capable of getting on your own two feet and trodding through the world in all its beauty and danger. You can never tell what’s going to happen next; all you know is that you’re going to deal with whatever comes your way. If you have a parental figure like Joel—who fought hordes of zombies (and people alike) to keep Ellie alive—do give them a hug right now.
Mario (from the Super Mario Bros. series)
No matter how many times Princess Peach gets taken by Bowser, Mario still manages to save her every single time. The case is the same with you: No big and scary creature can stop you from getting what you really want. Go figure!
Leon Kennedy (from the Resident Evil franchise)
Every single challenge that comes to you is exactly that: A challenge. Maybe you’ll find comfort in the fact that you’re just like Leon Kennedy from the Resident Evil franchise.
Both you and this video game character are smart, quick on your feet, and ridiculously charming. If you have an Ada Wong in your life, please tell us the story, too!
Chun-Li (from the Street Fighter series)
You’re strong, fierce, and memorable, just like Chun-Li! You’ve been working on your craft for a long time, and it continues to bring you joy in your life. No wonder both of you are so adored!
Sonic the Hedgehog (from the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise)
Taken verbatim from Sonic himself: “What you see is what you get–just a guy that loves adventure!” You’re like Sonic the Hedgehog, in the sense that you don’t stop and wait for the world. You just do what you feel like doing, and that’s what makes you so easy to be around. Your knack for trying new things and exploring is what makes you so charming. You’re adventurous, but reliable—and we genuinely love that for you!
Alex Chen (from Life is Strange: True Colors)
To feel everything so deeply is both a curse and a blessing—both you and Alex Chen from Life is Strange: True Colors know that very well. We’re here to tell you that just like Alex, you’re appreciated dearly for all that you feel, and for all that you don’t. Power through!
