10 Least Threatening Video Game Protagonists
4. Super Mario (Every Mario Game)
Despite many of the video game world's biggest and most popular heroes being gunslinging adventurers, muscular super soldiers, and axe-wielding demigods, it's interesting to note that the most well-known and iconic character of all time is a short, slightly overweight, Italian plumber with a rather ridiculous moustache and a big round nose.
From the very first game right up to the modern day, Mario's design has remained pretty much the same. Able to defeat the mighty Bowser and save Princess Peach time and time again, but also dying in a flash if he eats a dodgy mushroom, Mario is the perfect blend of strength and fragility.
And maybe that's what makes him so appealing. Mario is the everyman. He doesn't need big biceps, fancy power suits, or big guns to save the day. Sure, he'll wear some special hats from time to time and throw the odd fireball when he gets a chance, but he's ultimately just an average Joe.