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When I think about my favourite-ever RPGs, more often than not the memories that rush to the front of my mind aren't of the stories, or the spells, or what build I made. It's the companions I remember—the loveable sidekicks whose interjections and banter fill the world with personality.
Whether you're grilling them about their past, looking nervously to see if they approve of your moral choices, or watching them save your ass in a fight, they're the bedrock of so many great moments and adventures.
It stands to reason, then, that when you see a picture of an RPG companion, it should immediately bring to mind the game it's from—right?
Let's test the theory. I've lined up for you 15 pictures of companions from across the history of PC RPGs. All you have to do in each case is type in the name of the game the party member is from. Oh, did I mention? You've only got four minutes to get them all…
You'll find it starts out easy, but quickly gets tricky—and you'll definitely need to be a hardcore RPG veteran to get a perfect score.
Let me know how you did in the comments below—and tell us who your favourite ever RPG companion is!
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Formerly the editor of PC Gamer magazine (and the dearly departed GamesMaster), Robin combines years of experience in games journalism with a lifelong love of PC gaming. First hypnotised by the light of the monitor as he muddled through Simon the Sorcerer on his uncle’s machine, he’s been a devotee ever since, devouring any RPG or strategy game to stumble into his path. Now he's channelling that devotion into filling this lovely website with features, news, reviews, and all of his hottest takes.
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When I think about my favourite-ever RPGs, more often than not the memories that rush to the front of my mind aren't of the stories, or the spells, or what build I made. It's the companions I remember—the loveable sidekicks whose interjections and banter fill the world with personality.
Whether you're grilling them about their past, looking nervously to see if they approve of your moral choices, or watching them save your ass in a fight, they're the bedrock of so many great moments and adventures.
It stands to reason, then, that when you see a picture of an RPG companion, it should immediately bring to mind the game it's from—right?
Let's test the theory. I've lined up for you 15 pictures of companions from across the history of PC RPGs. All you have to do in each case is type in the name of the game the party member is from. Oh, did I mention? You've only got four minutes to get them all…
You'll find it starts out easy, but quickly gets tricky—and you'll definitely need to be a hardcore RPG veteran to get a perfect score.
Let me know how you did in the comments below—and tell us who your favourite ever RPG companion is!
Keep up to date with the most important stories and the best deals, as picked by the PC Gamer team.
Formerly the editor of PC Gamer magazine (and the dearly departed GamesMaster), Robin combines years of experience in games journalism with a lifelong love of PC gaming. First hypnotised by the light of the monitor as he muddled through Simon the Sorcerer on his uncle’s machine, he’s been a devotee ever since, devouring any RPG or strategy game to stumble into his path. Now he's channelling that devotion into filling this lovely website with features, news, reviews, and all of his hottest takes.
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