Sonic – The Most Popular Video Game Character, Study Shows
The popularity rankings of video game characters are always contentious and spark heated debate. Naturally, we all have favorite characters that have left an indelible impact on our life at some point. However, that does not imply that there are “figures” in this vast universe of video games who are more important or popular.
Specifically, today we offer you a Techtalk study (which you can view by CLICKING HERE) in which they studied internet search traffic, Instagram posts, and other factors to determine the most popular video game character on the internet.
- As a result, Sonic, the well-known blue hedgehog, is the most popular of all, with 6.7 million monthly searches.
- Followed by Pikachu with 3.7 million searches (despite being the leader in network publishing), then Pac-Man with 3 million searches.
Top 15 Most Popular Characters
And where is Mario? Well, the legendary Nintendo mascot is in fourth place in this ranking with 2.1 million monthly searches, and Big Boss, the character developed by Hideo Kojima, is in fifth place with 712,500 monthly searches. Here’s a list of the top 15:
| 1ST: Sonic | 6TH: Luigi | 11TH: Donkey Kong |
| 2ND: Pikachu | 7TH: Lara Croft | 12TH: Chun-Li |
| 3RD: Pac-Man | 8TH: Kratos | 13TH: Bowser |
| 4TH: Mario | 9TH: Yoshi | 14TH: Cortana |
| 5TH: Big Boss | 10TH: Devil | 15TH: Sephiroth |
Top 15 Popular Superhero Characters
This research also includes ranks superstars from the superhero genre, which is so strongly linked to video games. In this example, the first person categorized is a villain named Joker, followed by Spider-Man and Black Panther.
| 1ST: Joker | 6TH: Batman | 11TH: Superman |
| 2ND: Spider-Man | 7TH: Harley Quinn | 12TH: Captain America |
| 3RD: Black Panther | 8TH: Thor | 13TH: Wolverine |
| 4TH: Wonder Woman | 9TH: Deadpool | 14TH: Black Widow |
| 5TH: Iron Man | 10TH: Aquaman | 15TH: The Flash |
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JC Paredes
Since March 2021, I've worn two hats at Spiel Times: a writer and a Managing Editor. In my writing role, I've earned recognition from Wikipedia and Nev Schulman (Catfish TV Show host) for my insightful analysis and engaging narrative style. I'm passionate about all things gaming, with a keen eye for detail and a knack for uncovering hidden secrets within games. My gaming journey began at a young age, captivated by titles like Resident Evil and Tomb Raider. Today, I enjoy exploring open-world RPGs and MMORPGs, consumed by their lore and crafting theories about their narratives. I'm also drawn to the suspenseful atmosphere of horror games and the intricate narratives of crime-themed titles, bringing a unique perspective to my writing. Beyond gaming, I have a fascination with anything unexplained and chilling, a passion that often spills over into my exploration of horror games. When I'm not engrossed in a virtual world, you can find me curled up and spending time with my adorable doggy sidekick, Teemo. As Managing Editor, I'm committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive environment for our writing team. I communicate openly with my team members, addressing any content-related issues and providing guidance to help them excel.
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