Correct: B. Mario

Mario is described by Nintendo as the main hero of the Mushroom Kingdom. He is instantly recognizable by his red cap, blue overalls, and moustache and frequently takes on Bowser. Nintendo also presents him as a plumber and a versatile athlete who participates in many sports.

Correct: C. Luigi

Luigi is Mario's brother and is closely associated with the color green. Nintendo describes him as taller than Mario and identifies him as a frequent partner in adventures across the Mushroom Kingdom. His character is usually distinguished by a green hat and shirt rather than Mario's red clothing.

Correct: C. Peach

Princess Peach is the princess who rules the Mushroom Kingdom. Nintendo presents her as kind-hearted and as one of Mario's closest friends and allies. Her signature design prominently features a pink dress and royal crown.

Correct: A. Bowser

Bowser is identified by Nintendo as the King of the Koopas and Mario's archrival. He repeatedly threatens the Mushroom Kingdom with the help of Koopa Troopas, Goombas, and other followers. Bowser is also known for extraordinary strength and the ability to breathe fire.

Correct: B. Yoshi

Yoshi is Mario's dependable companion from Yoshi's Island. Nintendo describes him as using a long tongue to swallow fruit and enemies and turn what he eats into eggs that can be thrown. Although the best-known Yoshi is green, members of his species appear in several other colors.

Correct: C. Tails

Miles Tails" Prower can fly by rotating his two tails like propellers. SEGA describes him as a gifted engineer, the pilot of Sonic's Tornado aircraft, and one of Sonic's closest companions. His unusual twin tails are both his nickname's inspiration and one of his signature abilities.

Correct: B. Knuckles

Knuckles the Echidna serves as guardian of the Master Emerald on Angel Island. SEGA describes him as the last descendant of the echidna clan and as a dependable ally despite his stubborn personality. His abilities include powerful punches, climbing walls, and gliding through the air.

Correct: B. Amy Rose

Amy Rose is famous for fighting with the oversized Piko Piko Hammer. SEGA describes her as an energetic pink hedgehog with a strong sense of justice and a kind heart. She uses the hammer as her signature weapon when standing up to enemies and bullies.

Correct: C. Dr. Eggman

Dr. Eggman is portrayed by SEGA as an evil genius scientist with an IQ of 300. His recurring ambition is to conquer the world and establish the Eggman Empire with the help of powerful machines and robots. He repeatedly searches for resources such as the Chaos Emeralds to strengthen his plans.

Correct: B. Tails

Tails first appeared as Sonic's two-tailed fox companion in Sonic the Hedgehog 2. SEGA's official history notes that his arrival introduced cooperative play and split-screen competition to the classic series. Tails quickly became one of Sonic's most important partners.

Correct: A. Knuckles

Knuckles debuted as Sonic's red echidna rival in Sonic the Hedgehog 3. SEGA identifies that game as the character's debut and presents him as the guardian of the Master Emerald on Angel Island. His early role placed him in opposition to Sonic before he later became a trusted ally.

Correct: A. Electric

Pikachu is an Electric-type Pokémon in the official Pokédex. Its electrical abilities are a defining part of the species and are reflected throughout its Pokédex descriptions and moves. Pikachu belongs to an evolutionary line that also includes Pichu and Raichu.

Correct: A. Pichu

Pichu evolves directly into Pikachu. The official Pokédex evolutionary chain places Pichu first, followed by Pikachu and then Raichu. This makes Pichu the immediate pre-evolution of Pikachu.

Correct: B. Fire and Flying

Standard Charizard is a Fire- and Flying-type Pokémon. The official Pokédex distinguishes this regular form from special forms such as Mega Charizard X, which is Fire and Dragon instead. Charizard is the final evolved form of Charmander's standard evolutionary line.

Correct: A. Link and Zelda

Nintendo identifies Link and Zelda as the two timeless heroes who repeatedly stand against destructive villains such as Ganondorf and Demise. Link is typically the adventuring hero, while Zelda is the royal champion associated with wisdom and the protection of Hyrule. Their roles recur across different eras and incarnations in The Legend of Zelda series.

Correct: C. Triforce of Wisdom

Princess Zelda is associated with the Triforce of Wisdom. Nintendo's Triforce overview assigns Courage to Link, Wisdom to Zelda, and Power to Ganondorf. These three pieces reflect the virtues linked to the goddesses who created Hyrule.

Correct: B. Master Chief

Master Chief is Spartan John-117, the central supersoldier hero of the Halo series. Halo's official site identifies John-117 as the Master Chief and places him among the elite Spartan-II soldiers. He repeatedly leads humanity's defense against major galactic threats.

Correct: B. Artificial intelligence

Cortana is an artificial-intelligence character in the Halo series. Halo's official material describes her as a smart AI construct who assisted Master Chief through some of the most important conflicts in the franchise. Her relationship with John-117 became one of the central narrative threads of Halo.

Correct: B. Covenant

The Covenant is the alien faction surrounding Master Chief and Cortana after they reach Halo. Official Halo material describes the Covenant as overwhelming alien forces that pursue the Pillar of Autumn from Reach to the ringworld. They become the principal enemy force during the opening stages of the original Halo campaign.

Correct: B. Kirby

Kirby is described by Nintendo as a powerful pink puff who lives on Planet Popstar. He is one of Dream Land's greatest heroes and repeatedly uses unusual abilities to overcome threats. His signature power allows him to inhale enemies and copy many of their abilities.

Correct: C. King Dedede

King Dedede is the self-proclaimed king of Dream Land. Nintendo portrays him as a large and powerful character who wields a giant hammer and alternates between causing trouble and helping Kirby. His relationship with Kirby is sometimes more rivalry than outright villainy.

Correct: B. Meta Knight

Meta Knight is the masked swordsman among Kirby's recurring allies and rivals. Nintendo describes him as moving with exceptional speed and wielding a sword with great skill. His mysterious appearance and disciplined fighting style distinguish him from many other Dream Land characters.

Correct: A. Bandana Waddle Dee

Bandana Waddle Dee fights using a large spear. Nintendo describes him as a small resident of Dream Land with a big heart and a spear powerful enough to pack a serious punch. He often joins Kirby and other heroes as a playable ally.

Correct: B. Samus Aran

Samus Aran is an intergalactic bounty hunter and the central hero of the Metroid series. Nintendo describes her as a highly skilled warrior who was raised by the Chozo after losing her parents. She has confronted multiple galactic threats while using her advanced Power Suit.

Correct: C. ZDR

Samus travels to Planet ZDR in Metroid Dread. A mysterious transmission suggests that the dangerous X parasite may still exist there, prompting the Galactic Federation to investigate. Samus follows after a unit of E.M.M.I. robots sent to ZDR disappears.

Correct: C. E.M.M.I.

The relentless robotic enemies that hunt Samus in Metroid Dread are called E.M.M.I. The name stands for Extraplanetary Multiform Mobile Identifier, and the robots were originally sent to ZDR by the Galactic Federation for research. After their behavior is corrupted, they relentlessly pursue Samus through designated zones.

Correct: B. Arm Cannon

Samus's Arm Cannon is the primary weapon platform she upgrades throughout Metroid Dread. Nintendo explains that beam upgrades increase its power and also allow Samus to open new doors or remove obstacles during exploration. The Arm Cannon can additionally fire missiles and several specialized beam attacks.

Correct: C. Kratos

Kratos is Atreus's father in the modern God of War games. PlayStation describes Kratos as both mentor and protector to his son as they journey through a dangerous world together. Their father-son relationship is a central theme of God of War and God of War Ragnarök.

Correct: A. Leviathan Axe and Blades of Chaos

The Leviathan Axe and Blades of Chaos are both specifically identified by PlayStation as returning weapons for Kratos in God of War Ragnarök. The Guardian Shield also returns alongside new combat abilities for Kratos and Atreus. These weapons connect the Norse-era games with different stages of Kratos's past.

Correct: B. Norse mythology

God of War from 2018 places Kratos in a world based on Norse mythology. PlayStation describes him as living among Norse deities and monsters after leaving his conflicts with the Greek gods of Olympus behind. The game's landscapes and creatures draw heavily from pre-Viking Norse lore.

Correct: A. Blinky, Pinky, Inky, and Clyde

Blinky, Pinky, Inky, and Clyde are PAC-MAN's four classic ghost rivals. Bandai Namco's official character page gives each ghost a different personality, from Blinky's persistence to Pinky's ambush tactics. Together they form the iconic pursuing enemies of the original maze game.

Correct: B. PAC-MAN

PAC-MAN is the ever-hungry yellow hero who moves through mazes eating PAC-DOTs and other items. Bandai Namco describes him as cheerful and happy and says he loves to chomp almost anything. His goal in the classic maze game is to clear dots while avoiding or temporarily turning the tables on the ghosts.