10 Best Video Game Villains Of All Time

Video games have had their fair share of infamous villains, from 's absolutely terrifying Vaas Montenegro to the constantly outwitted Dr Robotnik from. It's important that every video game with a villain gets it right, as an adventure is only as compelling as its primary antagonist. Fortunately, while there have been a few duds here and there, for the most part, there are some truly iconic and memorable baddies throughout video game history.

Naturally, the list is incredibly long and not every villain will earn a spot. So, while iconic villains like General Shepherd, Ridley, Pyramid Head, and the ever irresistible Lady Dimitrescu from might not make the cut, they're absolutely worth mentioning. Fortunately, those that are considered the very best villains in all gaming absolutely deserve their spot.

Dr. Robotnik, also known as Dr. Eggman, feels as timeless as his blue-haired arch nemesis, Sonic. From his iconic bulbous design to his laughably long mustache, Dr. Eggman has easily cemented himself as one of gaming's greats, at least when it comes to bumbling baddies. His appearances in other forms of media, such as the films, have pushed him further into the zeitgeist, making him all the more memorable.

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Perhaps what really cemented his status as a legendary villain is Mike Pollock's portrayal of him. Dr. Eggman has one of the most recognizable voices in gaming, perhaps outside Geralt and Sonic himself, and that's largely all thanks to Pollock's incredible talent. While may never have reached quite the same heights as, Dr. Robotnik will still be remembered as one of the best villains in gaming history.

Bowser really needs no introduction, having appeared as Mario's greatest foe in the majority of his games, and appearing as a playable character in multiple spin-offs. There is something uniquely special about Bowser, with his