The 15 Most Influential Video Game Characters of All Time Have Been Named

TIME has curated a top 15 list of the most influential video game characters. This is not your standard top 15 "beloved" or "innovative" list, but rather an ensemble of individuals with simple characterological impact, whether inside or beyond gaming itself. The list is rounded out with some of your essential name drops like Sonic and Pikachu, just for the sheer magnitude of their debuts on the scene. Appreciation is also shown towards veterans like Pac-Man and The Z-Shaped Tetris Block for pavi...