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The year 2022 witnessed the release of numerous blockbuster games. Among them, the significant contributions of many outstanding female characters cannot be overlooked. Here are the three most impressive names of this year.
Aloy - Horizon Forbidden West
In Horizon Zero Dawn, Aloy, starting as a curious hunter, always acted independently and appeared as a novice warrior evolving into a mature, powerful, and genuinely capable leader. In Horizon Forbidden West, these traits will become even more evident through Aloy's personality, her missions, and innovative game mechanics that will captivate players by witnessing Aloy's growth compared to the first installment.
It's evident that Aloy has consistently been the soul of both Horizon Zero Dawn and Horizon Forbidden West. Aloy carries a distinctive, powerful beauty and serves as a role model for women with the mission of saving the world.
Amicia - A Plague Tale: Requiem
What captivates players in A Plague Tale: Requiem compared to the first edition is the game's deeper focus on character development. Particularly, it delves into Amicia's emotions during her battles. If you've played the first part, you'd know about the strong bond between the two siblings, and in Requiem, their relationship goes even further than you can imagine.
In the game, you'll witness the gradual psychological shifts in Amicia as complex events unfold around her. No matter how hard she tries to protect her loved ones, dark forces always trail behind her. Hence, she constantly strives to shield her younger brother Hugo from the evils lurking in this intricately complex world. Perhaps, this is the standout point appreciated by players. Throughout the game, the narrative is melancholic yet warmly engaging as the protagonist Amicia takes center stage in the entire storyline.
Freya - God of War Ragnarok
In Norse mythology, Freya is the goddess of beauty, love, and battle. She is responsible for selecting the souls of heroes and bringing them to Fólkvangar.
Freya, also known as the Witch of the Woods and Frigg, is a supporting character in God of War (2018). She is a Vanir goddess who assisted Kratos and Atreus on their journey. However, after Kratos kills Baldur, Freya swears vengeance, regardless of Kratos saving her.
In this year's God of War Ragnarok, Freya once again appears and plays a crucial role in the journey of Kratos and his son. Putting aside past grievances, Freya stands alongside Kratos and Atreus to defy Odin.
