Category: Video Game Characters

Think you’ve mastered Mario? These ten levels say otherwise. From pixel-perfect jumps to unforgiving enemies and zero-checkpoint gauntlets, these are the most brutal stages in Mario history. They’ve haunted speedrunners, defeated seasoned pros, and turned casual sessions into hours of trial and error. Whether you’re a retro platforming fanatic or a modern Mario veteran, these levels prove that beneath the franchise’s cheerful exterior lies a core of pure challenge. Get ready to relive the rage, the glory, and the unforgettable frustration of Mario’s toughest tests.

Luigi has long lived in his brother’s shadow, but these ten unforgettable moments prove he’s much more than Player Two. Whether ghostbusting in his own mansion or saving the galaxy with pure grit, Luigi has earned his place as one of Nintendo’s greatest heroes.

From the Fire Flower’s blazing origins to the Super Leaf’s soaring creativity, these ten Mario power-ups redefined how players navigated the Mushroom Kingdom. Whether you’re smashing through levels or freezing enemies mid-jump, each item brought something magical—and game-changing—to the Mario legacy.

From Whitney’s infuriating Miltank to Elesa’s battlefield mind games, these ten Gym Leaders are the most challenging opponents across the Pokémon series. Whether through overwhelming stats, disruptive strategies, or clever type combinations, they’ve earned a reputation for sending unprepared trainers back to the Pokémon Center in frustration.

From Tobias’s unfair anime sweep to Ghetsis’s terrifying Kyurem fusion, these legendary Pokémon trainers are the most powerful in the series. Each one has forged (or forced) a bond with some of the most sacred Pokémon in the lore—and they’ve all left their mark on the franchise with battles that still shake the fandom.

From King K. Rool’s boxing gauntlet to Mangoruby’s shocking Hard Mode mayhem, these ten Donkey Kong boss battles are the stuff of platforming legend. With brutal patterns, trick mechanics, and surprising fake-outs, they remain the hardest fights across the franchise. Think you can beat them without losing a life? Good luck—you’ll need it.

From roaming legendaries to teleporting trolls, these ten Pokémon proved that catching ‘em all was never going to be easy. Without a Master Ball, every encounter was a test of patience and strategy. If you’ve ever thrown 50 Ultra Balls in a row or watched your target flee on turn one, this list is for you.

From cryptic ruins to haunted temples, the Legend of Zelda series is full of dungeons that aren’t just challenging—they’re downright mysterious. Whether it’s strange architecture, unknown histories, or eerie atmospheres, these ten dungeons still leave fans theorizing years after their first visit.

The Mario franchise has given us unforgettable villains—from the mustachioed madness of Wario to the spiky menace of Bowser Jr. But what if these bad guys stepped into the spotlight for once? Here’s a countdown of the top 10 Mario villains who are long overdue for their own standalone adventure.

From the turbo-charged tracks of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe to the classic drift turns in Double Dash, these ten characters have consistently proven themselves as top-tier racers. We’re breaking down who has the best speed stats, handling, and in-game advantages that give them the edge.