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7 Biggest Rivalry in the Video Game World

In entertainment, every protagonist needs an antagonist to bring a story to life. This is also commonly done when creating video games. These two characters also often cause a rivalry or competition that can play the emotional side of players when enjoying the storyline. Although sometimes not everything is dirty, sometimes you also find healthy competition.

In this article, GameFever ID has a list of rivalries or rivalries between characters in video games that we think are the best and most popular memorable.

Ryu vs. Ken (Street Fighter)

Ryu and Ken from Street Fighter.

Ryu’s rivalry with Ken started at the same time he was born Street Fighter since 1987. Their rivalry has become very iconic in the gaming industry and is also known for being present in every series. Ryu and Ken are actually friends because they were both taught by the same martial arts teacher. Ryu and Ken often do sparring to show who is stronger. The rivalry between the two is indeed more in a good direction, but it is very big so far.

Kazuma Kiryu Vs. Ryuju Goda (Yakuza 2)

7 Biggest Rivalry in Video Games
Kazuma Kiryu Vs. Ryuju Goda in Yakuza Kiwami 2.

Kazuma Kiryu is the main protagonist of the seven series Yakuza which began in the PlayStation 2 era. In each series, Kiryu always faces different and of course very strong antagonist characters. But what we remember the most is the rivalry between Kiryu and Ryuji Goda in Yakuza 2 (Yakuza Kiwami 2). Goda is a deadly opponent and greatly respects Kiryu. This is what builds their final showdown into one of the best in the series.

Sonic vs. Dr. Robotnik/Dr. Eggman (Sonic The Hedgehog)

7 Biggest Rivalry in Video Games
Sonic and Dr. Robotnik in Sonic The Hedgehog.

When it comes to iconic rivalries in the gaming industry, of course the feud between Sonic and Dr. Robotnik is also in it. Since Sonic The Hedgehog Entering the gaming industry, the rivalry between the two is very well known. As a hero character in the series Sonic The Hedgehog, Sonic has an enemy who is none other than Dr. Robotnik. The character commonly referred to as Dr. The Eggman turns all of Sonic’s friends into mindless robots. Stop the evil action of Dr. Robotnik is of course the main task of the blue hedgehog.

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Mario Vs. Bowser (Super Mario)

7 Biggest Rivalry in Video Games
Mario and Bowser from Super Mario.

The rivalry between Mario and Bowser has been around since the series Super Mario was present in 1985. The fight between the two has also often appeared in various series in several generations. The fight between the two occurs because Mario wants to save Princess Peach who was kidnapped by Bowser. Their fight did create a rivalry that has impressed the players to this day.

Sub Zero vs. Scorpion (Mortal Kombat)

7 Biggest Rivalry in Video Games
Sub Zero and Scorpion in Mortal Kombat.

The fierce rivalry between the two video game characters also occurs with Sub Zero and Scorpion. Their fierce rivalry is well known since Mortal Kombat launched and became cross-generational. Sub Zero is an ice ninja from the Lin Kuei clan while Scorpion is a fire ninja from the Shirai Ryu clan. The rivalry between the two begins when the first generation Sub Zero kills Scorpion. The dead Scorpion then rises from the grave and kills Sub Zero. Scorpion’s actions aroused Sub Zero’s brother’s revenge and continued his brother’s title.

Links vs. Ganon (The Legend of Zelda)

7 Biggest Rivalry in Video Games
Link and Ganon in The Legend of Zelda.

Link and Ganon have started a rivalry since the first series The Legend of Zelda. Link, Zelda and Ganon are Triforce holders and all three appear in each game in different periods. Ganon appears as an antagonist in various forms throughout each series. But the battles between Link and Ganon were always epic and memorable.

Clouds vs. Sephiroth (Final Fantasy VII)

7 Biggest Rivalry in Video Games
Cloud and Sephiroth in Final Fantasy VII

Final Fantasy VII indeed become one of the best JRPG games of all time. Apart from the great story and characters, many fans are attracted by Cloud and Sephiroth’s rivalry in the game. Final Fantasy VII able to develop their relationship well. The rivalry between the two managed to play the emotional player.

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