7. Raiden - Metal Gear Solid 2 - Sons Of Liberty
So you're playing MGS2, you've just finished the ultra-cool opening sequence on the Tanker, kicking all kinds of ass as Solid Snake. You gear up for the second sequence, watching the underwater break-in. Suddenly, Snake takes off his mask and... what the hell is this? That's not even nearly Snake. Is that a dude or a chick? Why does he jump between cover like a demented jongleur? After a while, you settle in, accept your fate, and try your best to enjoy the game while playing as a strange androgynous character who would be a far better fit in a 90's era Final Fantasy than a tactical espionage game, but it's just not the same. You bought the game for Snake, but you're forced to play as whiny, effeminate Raiden. So, while Raiden himself may not be quite as irritating as the other characters on this list, he still deserves a place. Most annoying quote: "What am I supposed to believe in? What am I going to leave behind when I'm through?"