Father's Day is a great opportunity to remember characters who, even in worlds filled with monsters, wars, and apocalypses, found one of their greatest strengths in fatherhood. In games, there are biological fathers as well as characters who took on this role through the bonds built throughout their stories.
To celebrate the occasion, we have selected 5 of the best fathers in gaming, plus an honorable mention for a character who, despite being one of Nintendo's greatest villains, also proves to be an excellent father.
5. Ethan Winters — Resident Evil
Ethan Winters may not be the most charismatic character in Resident Evil, but his dedication to his daughter Rosemary is one of the most defining aspects of his story. In Resident Evil Village, Ethan faces creatures, organizations, and unimaginable situations with a single goal: finding and protecting his daughter.
Even in the face of extreme dangers, Ethan places Rose's safety above his own life. His journey shows that, behind all the horror of Resident Evil, there is also the story of a father willing to make any sacrifice to ensure a future for his daughter.
4. Lee Everett — The Walking Dead
Lee Everett is not Clementine's biological father, but he ends up taking on this role during the apocalypse of The Walking Dead. When he finds the girl alone, Lee decides to protect her and teach her how to survive in a completely devastated world.
The relationship between the two grows throughout the story and turns Lee into a true father figure for Clementine, making him one of the most emotional examples of fatherhood in video games.
3. Barret Wallace — Final Fantasy VII
Barret Wallace may be known for his explosive personality and his fight against Shinra, but there is a much more caring side to the character in Final Fantasy VII.
Barret raises Marlene as his own daughter, even though he is not her biological father. His concern for the girl's future is one of the main reasons behind his fight for a better world, showing that behind all his strength is an extremely devoted father.
2. Geralt of Rivia — The Witcher
Geralt of Rivia is one of the greatest protagonists in RPGs, but his relationship with Ciri reveals a very different side of the famous witcher.
Although he is not her biological father, Geralt takes on a true paternal role in Ciri's life. In The Witcher 3, protecting the young woman becomes one of his greatest priorities, while he also learns to respect her choices and allow her to follow her own path.
1. Joel — The Last of Us
Joel Miller may be one of the most iconic examples of fatherhood in gaming. Before the beginning of The Last of Us, he already showed that he was a devoted father to his daughter, Sarah.
After tragically losing Sarah, Joel spends years emotionally distant. However, his journey alongside Ellie causes him to develop a strong paternal feeling once again.
Ellie eventually becomes like a daughter to Joel, and this relationship is precisely what makes the events at the end of the first game so impactful. More than a story about survival, The Last of Us is also a story about loss, family, and the ability to find someone to love again.
Honorable Mention: Bowser — Super Mario
We couldn't finish without mentioning Bowser. The great villain of Super Mario may spend most of his time trying to defeat Mario and kidnap Peach, but when it comes to Bowser Jr., his behavior changes completely.
Bowser shows affection, protection, and companionship toward his son, proving that even one of the greatest antagonists in Nintendo's games can be a great father.
On this Father's Day, we pay tribute to the characters who showed that being a father also means protecting, teaching, supporting, and being present. Whether through blood ties or relationships built throughout life, these characters have left their mark on the history of video games.
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