Greatest Video Game Characters of All Time
Cloud Strife (Final Fantasy VII) or Pikachu (Pokémon)
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Why This Battle Matters
Is the sword mightier than the spark? In this electrifying face-off between Cloud Strife and Pikachu, the stakes are high as we dive deep into contrasting legacies of courage and cuteness, power and pizzazz. Cloud, with his Buster Sword and brooding saga, epitomizes the epic journey in gaming, while Pikachu represents the universal language of adorable dominance in our Pokédexes. What's really at stake here? It's a battle for the soul of gaming narratives—epic versus iconic, grit versus glee. As the gaming community watches, one must wonder: do you prefer the hero's journey, or is the charm of the cheeky underdog more your style?
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Pikachu (Pokémon) over Cloud Strife (Final Fantasy VII) when it comes to the greatest Video Game Characters of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Pikachu (Pokémon) 80.0% of the time over Cloud Strife (Final Fantasy VII).
Across all battles:
Pikachu (Pokémon) win rate: 57.7%
Cloud Strife (Final Fantasy VII) win rate: 32.7%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender in the Greatest Video Game Characters of All Time league?
The top dog right now is Mario. You can check out his standing and others on the GOAT List. Mario’s been jumping on Goombas and saving princesses since the '80s, so he’s got a lot of fans rooting for him!
What makes Cloud Strife still a fan favorite despite trailing in this battle?
Cloud Strife has a legion of loyal fans thanks to his complex character and the deep, emotional storyline of Final Fantasy VII. His badass sword and that mysterious, brooding persona definitely help keep his fanbase strong and dedicated.
Why is Pikachu crushing Cloud Strife in this matchup?
Pikachu is totally dominating because, let’s be real, who doesn’t love this electrifying little yellow bundle of joy? Pikachu is a global icon, representing not just Pokémon but the face of nostalgic childhood memories for countless fans worldwide. That emotional connection is tough to beat!