25 Greatest Video Game Heroes Of All Time

14. Ezio Auditore Da Firenze (Assassin's Creed II)

The Assasin's Creed series has had many heroes, but none have had the impact and longevity of Ezio Auditore da Firenze. The star of an entire trilogy of games all his own, Ezio was thrust into the life of an Assassin after witnessing the execution of his father and two brothers.

While guided by a self-centred thirst for justice and revenge, Ezio grew into an accomplished Assassin whose deeds are numerous and had a profound effect on history. He helped rid Florence, Venice, and Rome from Templar rule, giving way to a new age of freedom and enlightenment.

Ezio is charming, modest, and exhibits an unwavering sense of justice. He is epitome of what an Assassin represents; selflessly dedicated to the cause of individual freedom with little concern of himself. Despite accomplishing so much during his short life, he still died wishing he could have done more. That is a true hero.