10 Useless Video Game Sidekicks Who Never Had Your Back

7. Dominic Santiago – Gears Of War

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Epic Games

Dom was one of the original Gears and close friend to main series protagonist, Marcus. He fights alongside you against the Locust swarm through thick and thin, searching for his lost wife, and even saves you from execution.

Like any Gear, he's brave, tough as nails, and not afraid of facing death – sacrificing himself so that his comrades can escape.

Unfortunately, Dom isn't exactly what I'd call, 'a tactician'.

In the original Gears, when faced with insurmountable odds, Dom would often choose the 'direct is best' approach and charge head-on at swarms of incoming Locusts.

Of course, he would inevitably fall the floor, bleed out and calling for help. The player, as Marcus, is now left with the irritating decision of facing the incoming swarm alone, or trying to rush in and save his buddy, most likely meeting the same fate. On the off chance you could revive headstrong Dom, guess what the first thing was he'd do once he was back on his feet?

Just stay down, Dom.

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