Read the following passage and answer the questions accordingly.

PARA 1: Vibrant celebration of our favorite pixelled paragons in gaming — and a reminder of why we love them: We the gaming community are doing our bit to celebrate all the exceptional women in gaming realms— especially now, we are seeing many more strong female characters as heroes of their own games. Past depictions of women in games were either saddled with a desperate need to be saved or were objectified and then relegated to being eye candy or a love interest. However, there are several instances where game studios have gone above and beyond in their depictions of not only strong women, but also manifesting some of the most complex characters, thrusting them into the limelight as role models in real life. Who says role models can’t be 3D? So let’s set aside the controllers for a bit while we chat about some of these fantastic women who stand out as paragons we can all look up to.

PARA 2:SamusAran, Metroid Series: In 1986, Nintendo released a game called Metroid, which featured a character in an Iron Man-like suit. It was only at the end of the game, that SamusAran was revealed as the suit’s owner — and a woman. This intergalactic bounty hunter has starred in various games, including the latest Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. She has got an indomitable spirit and willpower, and has devoted her life to protecting the helpless.

PARA 3: There are various depictions of Princess Zelda in each one of her incarnations in the Legends of Zelda games. While you may play the male hero Link that does all the foot work, it is Zelda who is the real hero, often depicted as a caring and selfless ruler, who takes care of her subjects and lands, protecting them against the evil that keeps invading. In Breath of the Wild, she is the only force of power that keeps Ganon from taking over the entire world. Princess Zelda, Croft is the main character of The Legend of Zelda.

PARA 4:  One of the biggest problems in our industry, is the objectification of women in gaming. Lara Croft being the prime example, something her character is desperately trying to shake off and succeeding. However, there is one gaming character that transforms it into something completely different. Bayonetta is one of the freshest characters in gaming today. She is flamboyant, she is witty, charming, she is downright stylish and she is one of the best action game stars out there. Able to pull off stiletto heels and guns with bracelets, she hacks and slashes her way with moves that look like an intricate dance. An ancient Umbra Witch, with a heart of gold, Bayonetta is not fazed by anything, and she has moved both heaven and hell to save the world and those she cares about. Even though both heaven and hell are out to kill her.

PARA 5: The journey of Lara Croft in gaming has been a rocky one. Starting off as a strong, independent relic hunter, her popularity spun off into a spiral of games and movies, which focused more on tetrahedral hair than content. Over the last few years, Lara Croft has been carefully reinvented, thanks to the reboot in 2013. We see her as a young woman traumatized by a horrible accident, which leaves her stranded on an island fraught with danger. We observe her growth into a stronger, yet flawed, fighter, as she questions her motivations for jumping into tombs to find relics, while coming to terms with loss. Lara Croft is the main character of Tomb Raider reboot trilogy

Read the following passage and answer the questions accordingly.

PARA 1: Vibrant celebration of our favorite pixelled paragons in gaming — and a reminder of why we love them: We the gaming community are doing our bit to celebrate all the exceptional women in gaming realms— especially now, we are seeing many more strong female characters as heroes of their own games. Past depictions of women in games were either saddled with a desperate need to be saved or were objectified and then relegated to being eye candy or a love interest. However, there are several instances where game studios have gone above and beyond in their depictions of not only strong women, but also manifesting some of the most complex characters, thrusting them into the limelight as role models in real life. Who says role models can’t be 3D? So let’s set aside the controllers for a bit while we chat about some of these fantastic women who stand out as paragons we can all look up to.

PARA 2:SamusAran, Metroid Series: In 1986, Nintendo released a game called Metroid, which featured a character in an Iron Man-like suit. It was only at the end of the game, that SamusAran was revealed as the suit’s owner — and a woman. This intergalactic bounty hunter has starred in various games, including the latest Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. She has got an indomitable spirit and willpower, and has devoted her life to protecting the helpless.

PARA 3: There are various depictions of Princess Zelda in each one of her incarnations in the Legends of Zelda games. While you may play the male hero Link that does all the foot work, it is Zelda who is the real hero, often depicted as a caring and selfless ruler, who takes care of her subjects and lands, protecting them against the evil that keeps invading. In Breath of the Wild, she is the only force of power that keeps Ganon from taking over the entire world. Princess Zelda, Croft is the main character of The Legend of Zelda.

PARA 4:  One of the biggest problems in our industry, is the objectification of women in gaming. Lara Croft being the prime example, something her character is desperately trying to shake off and succeeding. However, there is one gaming character that transforms it into something completely different. Bayonetta is one of the freshest characters in gaming today. She is flamboyant, she is witty, charming, she is downright stylish and she is one of the best action game stars out there. Able to pull off stiletto heels and guns with bracelets, she hacks and slashes her way with moves that look like an intricate dance. An ancient Umbra Witch, with a heart of gold, Bayonetta is not fazed by anything, and she has moved both heaven and hell to save the world and those she cares about. Even though both heaven and hell are out to kill her.

PARA 5: The journey of Lara Croft in gaming has been a rocky one. Starting off as a strong, independent relic hunter, her popularity spun off into a spiral of games and movies, which focused more on tetrahedral hair than content. Over the last few years, Lara Croft has been carefully reinvented, thanks to the reboot in 2013. We see her as a young woman traumatized by a horrible accident, which leaves her stranded on an island fraught with danger. We observe her growth into a stronger, yet flawed, fighter, as she questions her motivations for jumping into tombs to find relics, while coming to terms with loss. Lara Croft is the main character of Tomb Raider reboot trilogy

Read the following passage and answer the questions accordingly.

PARA 1: Vibrant celebration of our favorite pixelled paragons in gaming — and a reminder of why we love them: We the gaming community are doing our bit to celebrate all the exceptional women in gaming realms— especially now, we are seeing many more strong female characters as heroes of their own games. Past depictions of women in games were either saddled with a desperate need to be saved or were objectified and then relegated to being eye candy or a love interest. However, there are several instances where game studios have gone above and beyond in their depictions of not only strong women, but also manifesting some of the most complex characters, thrusting them into the limelight as role models in real life. Who says role models can’t be 3D? So let’s set aside the controllers for a bit while we chat about some of these fantastic women who stand out as paragons we can all look up to.

PARA 2:SamusAran, Metroid Series: In 1986, Nintendo released a game called Metroid, which featured a character in an Iron Man-like suit. It was only at the end of the game, that SamusAran was revealed as the suit’s owner — and a woman. This intergalactic bounty hunter has starred in various games, including the latest Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. She has got an indomitable spirit and willpower, and has devoted her life to protecting the helpless.

PARA 3: There are various depictions of Princess Zelda in each one of her incarnations in the Legends of Zelda games. While you may play the male hero Link that does all the foot work, it is Zelda who is the real hero, often depicted as a caring and selfless ruler, who takes care of her subjects and lands, protecting them against the evil that keeps invading. In Breath of the Wild, she is the only force of power that keeps Ganon from taking over the entire world. Princess Zelda, Croft is the main character of The Legend of Zelda.

PARA 4:  One of the biggest problems in our industry, is the objectification of women in gaming. Lara Croft being the prime example, something her character is desperately trying to shake off and succeeding. However, there is one gaming character that transforms it into something completely different. Bayonetta is one of the freshest characters in gaming today. She is flamboyant, she is witty, charming, she is downright stylish and she is one of the best action game stars out there. Able to pull off stiletto heels and guns with bracelets, she hacks and slashes her way with moves that look like an intricate dance. An ancient Umbra Witch, with a heart of gold, Bayonetta is not fazed by anything, and she has moved both heaven and hell to save the world and those she cares about. Even though both heaven and hell are out to kill her.

PARA 5: The journey of Lara Croft in gaming has been a rocky one. Starting off as a strong, independent relic hunter, her popularity spun off into a spiral of games and movies, which focused more on tetrahedral hair than content. Over the last few years, Lara Croft has been carefully reinvented, thanks to the reboot in 2013. We see her as a young woman traumatized by a horrible accident, which leaves her stranded on an island fraught with danger. We observe her growth into a stronger, yet flawed, fighter, as she questions her motivations for jumping into tombs to find relics, while coming to terms with loss. Lara Croft is the main character of Tomb Raider reboot trilogy

Read the following passage and answer the questions accordingly.

PARA 1: Vibrant celebration of our favorite pixelled paragons in gaming — and a reminder of why we love them: We the gaming community are doing our bit to celebrate all the exceptional women in gaming realms— especially now, we are seeing many more strong female characters as heroes of their own games. Past depictions of women in games were either saddled with a desperate need to be saved or were objectified and then relegated to being eye candy or a love interest. However, there are several instances where game studios have gone above and beyond in their depictions of not only strong women, but also manifesting some of the most complex characters, thrusting them into the limelight as role models in real life. Who says role models can’t be 3D? So let’s set aside the controllers for a bit while we chat about some of these fantastic women who stand out as paragons we can all look up to.

PARA 2:SamusAran, Metroid Series: In 1986, Nintendo released a game called Metroid, which featured a character in an Iron Man-like suit. It was only at the end of the game, that SamusAran was revealed as the suit’s owner — and a woman. This intergalactic bounty hunter has starred in various games, including the latest Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. She has got an indomitable spirit and willpower, and has devoted her life to protecting the helpless.

PARA 3: There are various depictions of Princess Zelda in each one of her incarnations in the Legends of Zelda games. While you may play the male hero Link that does all the foot work, it is Zelda who is the real hero, often depicted as a caring and selfless ruler, who takes care of her subjects and lands, protecting them against the evil that keeps invading. In Breath of the Wild, she is the only force of power that keeps Ganon from taking over the entire world. Princess Zelda, Croft is the main character of The Legend of Zelda.

PARA 4:  One of the biggest problems in our industry, is the objectification of women in gaming. Lara Croft being the prime example, something her character is desperately trying to shake off and succeeding. However, there is one gaming character that transforms it into something completely different. Bayonetta is one of the freshest characters in gaming today. She is flamboyant, she is witty, charming, she is downright stylish and she is one of the best action game stars out there. Able to pull off stiletto heels and guns with bracelets, she hacks and slashes her way with moves that look like an intricate dance. An ancient Umbra Witch, with a heart of gold, Bayonetta is not fazed by anything, and she has moved both heaven and hell to save the world and those she cares about. Even though both heaven and hell are out to kill her.

PARA 5: The journey of Lara Croft in gaming has been a rocky one. Starting off as a strong, independent relic hunter, her popularity spun off into a spiral of games and movies, which focused more on tetrahedral hair than content. Over the last few years, Lara Croft has been carefully reinvented, thanks to the reboot in 2013. We see her as a young woman traumatized by a horrible accident, which leaves her stranded on an island fraught with danger. We observe her growth into a stronger, yet flawed, fighter, as she questions her motivations for jumping into tombs to find relics, while coming to terms with loss. Lara Croft is the main character of Tomb Raider reboot trilogy

Read the following passage and answer the questions accordingly.

PARA 1: Vibrant celebration of our favorite pixelled paragons in gaming — and a reminder of why we love them: We the gaming community are doing our bit to celebrate all the exceptional women in gaming realms— especially now, we are seeing many more strong female characters as heroes of their own games. Past depictions of women in games were either saddled with a desperate need to be saved or were objectified and then relegated to being eye candy or a love interest. However, there are several instances where game studios have gone above and beyond in their depictions of not only strong women, but also manifesting some of the most complex characters, thrusting them into the limelight as role models in real life. Who says role models can’t be 3D? So let’s set aside the controllers for a bit while we chat about some of these fantastic women who stand out as paragons we can all look up to.

PARA 2:SamusAran, Metroid Series: In 1986, Nintendo released a game called Metroid, which featured a character in an Iron Man-like suit. It was only at the end of the game, that SamusAran was revealed as the suit’s owner — and a woman. This intergalactic bounty hunter has starred in various games, including the latest Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. She has got an indomitable spirit and willpower, and has devoted her life to protecting the helpless.

PARA 3: There are various depictions of Princess Zelda in each one of her incarnations in the Legends of Zelda games. While you may play the male hero Link that does all the foot work, it is Zelda who is the real hero, often depicted as a caring and selfless ruler, who takes care of her subjects and lands, protecting them against the evil that keeps invading. In Breath of the Wild, she is the only force of power that keeps Ganon from taking over the entire world. Princess Zelda, Croft is the main character of The Legend of Zelda.

PARA 4:  One of the biggest problems in our industry, is the objectification of women in gaming. Lara Croft being the prime example, something her character is desperately trying to shake off and succeeding. However, there is one gaming character that transforms it into something completely different. Bayonetta is one of the freshest characters in gaming today. She is flamboyant, she is witty, charming, she is downright stylish and she is one of the best action game stars out there. Able to pull off stiletto heels and guns with bracelets, she hacks and slashes her way with moves that look like an intricate dance. An ancient Umbra Witch, with a heart of gold, Bayonetta is not fazed by anything, and she has moved both heaven and hell to save the world and those she cares about. Even though both heaven and hell are out to kill her.

PARA 5: The journey of Lara Croft in gaming has been a rocky one. Starting off as a strong, independent relic hunter, her popularity spun off into a spiral of games and movies, which focused more on tetrahedral hair than content. Over the last few years, Lara Croft has been carefully reinvented, thanks to the reboot in 2013. We see her as a young woman traumatized by a horrible accident, which leaves her stranded on an island fraught with danger. We observe her growth into a stronger, yet flawed, fighter, as she questions her motivations for jumping into tombs to find relics, while coming to terms with loss. Lara Croft is the main character of Tomb Raider reboot trilogy

Read the following passage and answer the questions accordingly.

PARA 1: Vibrant celebration of our favorite pixelled paragons in gaming — and a reminder of why we love them: We the gaming community are doing our bit to celebrate all the exceptional women in gaming realms— especially now, we are seeing many more strong female characters as heroes of their own games. Past depictions of women in games were either saddled with a desperate need to be saved or were objectified and then relegated to being eye candy or a love interest. However, there are several instances where game studios have gone above and beyond in their depictions of not only strong women, but also manifesting some of the most complex characters, thrusting them into the limelight as role models in real life. Who says role models can’t be 3D? So let’s set aside the controllers for a bit while we chat about some of these fantastic women who stand out as paragons we can all look up to.

PARA 2:SamusAran, Metroid Series: In 1986, Nintendo released a game called Metroid, which featured a character in an Iron Man-like suit. It was only at the end of the game, that SamusAran was revealed as the suit’s owner — and a woman. This intergalactic bounty hunter has starred in various games, including the latest Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. She has got an indomitable spirit and willpower, and has devoted her life to protecting the helpless.

PARA 3: There are various depictions of Princess Zelda in each one of her incarnations in the Legends of Zelda games. While you may play the male hero Link that does all the foot work, it is Zelda who is the real hero, often depicted as a caring and selfless ruler, who takes care of her subjects and lands, protecting them against the evil that keeps invading. In Breath of the Wild, she is the only force of power that keeps Ganon from taking over the entire world. Princess Zelda, Croft is the main character of The Legend of Zelda.

PARA 4:  One of the biggest problems in our industry, is the objectification of women in gaming. Lara Croft being the prime example, something her character is desperately trying to shake off and succeeding. However, there is one gaming character that transforms it into something completely different. Bayonetta is one of the freshest characters in gaming today. She is flamboyant, she is witty, charming, she is downright stylish and she is one of the best action game stars out there. Able to pull off stiletto heels and guns with bracelets, she hacks and slashes her way with moves that look like an intricate dance. An ancient Umbra Witch, with a heart of gold, Bayonetta is not fazed by anything, and she has moved both heaven and hell to save the world and those she cares about. Even though both heaven and hell are out to kill her.

PARA 5: The journey of Lara Croft in gaming has been a rocky one. Starting off as a strong, independent relic hunter, her popularity spun off into a spiral of games and movies, which focused more on tetrahedral hair than content. Over the last few years, Lara Croft has been carefully reinvented, thanks to the reboot in 2013. We see her as a young woman traumatized by a horrible accident, which leaves her stranded on an island fraught with danger. We observe her growth into a stronger, yet flawed, fighter, as she questions her motivations for jumping into tombs to find relics, while coming to terms with loss. Lara Croft is the main character of Tomb Raider reboot trilogy

Read the following passage and answer the questions accordingly.

PARA 1: Vibrant celebration of our favorite pixelled paragons in gaming — and a reminder of why we love them: We the gaming community are doing our bit to celebrate all the exceptional women in gaming realms— especially now, we are seeing many more strong female characters as heroes of their own games. Past depictions of women in games were either saddled with a desperate need to be saved or were objectified and then relegated to being eye candy or a love interest. However, there are several instances where game studios have gone above and beyond in their depictions of not only strong women, but also manifesting some of the most complex characters, thrusting them into the limelight as role models in real life. Who says role models can’t be 3D? So let’s set aside the controllers for a bit while we chat about some of these fantastic women who stand out as paragons we can all look up to.

PARA 2:SamusAran, Metroid Series: In 1986, Nintendo released a game called Metroid, which featured a character in an Iron Man-like suit. It was only at the end of the game, that SamusAran was revealed as the suit’s owner — and a woman. This intergalactic bounty hunter has starred in various games, including the latest Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. She has got an indomitable spirit and willpower, and has devoted her life to protecting the helpless.

PARA 3: There are various depictions of Princess Zelda in each one of her incarnations in the Legends of Zelda games. While you may play the male hero Link that does all the foot work, it is Zelda who is the real hero, often depicted as a caring and selfless ruler, who takes care of her subjects and lands, protecting them against the evil that keeps invading. In Breath of the Wild, she is the only force of power that keeps Ganon from taking over the entire world. Princess Zelda, Croft is the main character of The Legend of Zelda.

PARA 4:  One of the biggest problems in our industry, is the objectification of women in gaming. Lara Croft being the prime example, something her character is desperately trying to shake off and succeeding. However, there is one gaming character that transforms it into something completely different. Bayonetta is one of the freshest characters in gaming today. She is flamboyant, she is witty, charming, she is downright stylish and she is one of the best action game stars out there. Able to pull off stiletto heels and guns with bracelets, she hacks and slashes her way with moves that look like an intricate dance. An ancient Umbra Witch, with a heart of gold, Bayonetta is not fazed by anything, and she has moved both heaven and hell to save the world and those she cares about. Even though both heaven and hell are out to kill her.

PARA 5: The journey of Lara Croft in gaming has been a rocky one. Starting off as a strong, independent relic hunter, her popularity spun off into a spiral of games and movies, which focused more on tetrahedral hair than content. Over the last few years, Lara Croft has been carefully reinvented, thanks to the reboot in 2013. We see her as a young woman traumatized by a horrible accident, which leaves her stranded on an island fraught with danger. We observe her growth into a stronger, yet flawed, fighter, as she questions her motivations for jumping into tombs to find relics, while coming to terms with loss. Lara Croft is the main character of Tomb Raider reboot trilogy

Read the following passage and answer the questions accordingly.

PARA 1: Vibrant celebration of our favorite pixelled paragons in gaming — and a reminder of why we love them: We the gaming community are doing our bit to celebrate all the exceptional women in gaming realms— especially now, we are seeing many more strong female characters as heroes of their own games. Past depictions of women in games were either saddled with a desperate need to be saved or were objectified and then relegated to being eye candy or a love interest. However, there are several instances where game studios have gone above and beyond in their depictions of not only strong women, but also manifesting some of the most complex characters, thrusting them into the limelight as role models in real life. Who says role models can’t be 3D? So let’s set aside the controllers for a bit while we chat about some of these fantastic women who stand out as paragons we can all look up to.

PARA 2:SamusAran, Metroid Series: In 1986, Nintendo released a game called Metroid, which featured a character in an Iron Man-like suit. It was only at the end of the game, that SamusAran was revealed as the suit’s owner — and a woman. This intergalactic bounty hunter has starred in various games, including the latest Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. She has got an indomitable spirit and willpower, and has devoted her life to protecting the helpless.

PARA 3: There are various depictions of Princess Zelda in each one of her incarnations in the Legends of Zelda games. While you may play the male hero Link that does all the foot work, it is Zelda who is the real hero, often depicted as a caring and selfless ruler, who takes care of her subjects and lands, protecting them against the evil that keeps invading. In Breath of the Wild, she is the only force of power that keeps Ganon from taking over the entire world. Princess Zelda, Croft is the main character of The Legend of Zelda.

PARA 4:  One of the biggest problems in our industry, is the objectification of women in gaming. Lara Croft being the prime example, something her character is desperately trying to shake off and succeeding. However, there is one gaming character that transforms it into something completely different. Bayonetta is one of the freshest characters in gaming today. She is flamboyant, she is witty, charming, she is downright stylish and she is one of the best action game stars out there. Able to pull off stiletto heels and guns with bracelets, she hacks and slashes her way with moves that look like an intricate dance. An ancient Umbra Witch, with a heart of gold, Bayonetta is not fazed by anything, and she has moved both heaven and hell to save the world and those she cares about. Even though both heaven and hell are out to kill her.

PARA 5: The journey of Lara Croft in gaming has been a rocky one. Starting off as a strong, independent relic hunter, her popularity spun off into a spiral of games and movies, which focused more on tetrahedral hair than content. Over the last few years, Lara Croft has been carefully reinvented, thanks to the reboot in 2013. We see her as a young woman traumatized by a horrible accident, which leaves her stranded on an island fraught with danger. We observe her growth into a stronger, yet flawed, fighter, as she questions her motivations for jumping into tombs to find relics, while coming to terms with loss. Lara Croft is the main character of Tomb Raider reboot trilogy

Read the following passage and answer the questions accordingly.

PARA 1: Vibrant celebration of our favorite pixelled paragons in gaming — and a reminder of why we love them: We the gaming community are doing our bit to celebrate all the exceptional women in gaming realms— especially now, we are seeing many more strong female characters as heroes of their own games. Past depictions of women in games were either saddled with a desperate need to be saved or were objectified and then relegated to being eye candy or a love interest. However, there are several instances where game studios have gone above and beyond in their depictions of not only strong women, but also manifesting some of the most complex characters, thrusting them into the limelight as role models in real life. Who says role models can’t be 3D? So let’s set aside the controllers for a bit while we chat about some of these fantastic women who stand out as paragons we can all look up to.

PARA 2:SamusAran, Metroid Series: In 1986, Nintendo released a game called Metroid, which featured a character in an Iron Man-like suit. It was only at the end of the game, that SamusAran was revealed as the suit’s owner — and a woman. This intergalactic bounty hunter has starred in various games, including the latest Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. She has got an indomitable spirit and willpower, and has devoted her life to protecting the helpless.

PARA 3: There are various depictions of Princess Zelda in each one of her incarnations in the Legends of Zelda games. While you may play the male hero Link that does all the foot work, it is Zelda who is the real hero, often depicted as a caring and selfless ruler, who takes care of her subjects and lands, protecting them against the evil that keeps invading. In Breath of the Wild, she is the only force of power that keeps Ganon from taking over the entire world. Princess Zelda, Croft is the main character of The Legend of Zelda.

PARA 4:  One of the biggest problems in our industry, is the objectification of women in gaming. Lara Croft being the prime example, something her character is desperately trying to shake off and succeeding. However, there is one gaming character that transforms it into something completely different. Bayonetta is one of the freshest characters in gaming today. She is flamboyant, she is witty, charming, she is downright stylish and she is one of the best action game stars out there. Able to pull off stiletto heels and guns with bracelets, she hacks and slashes her way with moves that look like an intricate dance. An ancient Umbra Witch, with a heart of gold, Bayonetta is not fazed by anything, and she has moved both heaven and hell to save the world and those she cares about. Even though both heaven and hell are out to kill her.

PARA 5: The journey of Lara Croft in gaming has been a rocky one. Starting off as a strong, independent relic hunter, her popularity spun off into a spiral of games and movies, which focused more on tetrahedral hair than content. Over the last few years, Lara Croft has been carefully reinvented, thanks to the reboot in 2013. We see her as a young woman traumatized by a horrible accident, which leaves her stranded on an island fraught with danger. We observe her growth into a stronger, yet flawed, fighter, as she questions her motivations for jumping into tombs to find relics, while coming to terms with loss. Lara Croft is the main character of Tomb Raider reboot trilogy

Read the following passage and answer the questions accordingly.

PARA 1: Vibrant celebration of our favorite pixelled paragons in gaming — and a reminder of why we love them: We the gaming community are doing our bit to celebrate all the exceptional women in gaming realms— especially now, we are seeing many more strong female characters as heroes of their own games. Past depictions of women in games were either saddled with a desperate need to be saved or were objectified and then relegated to being eye candy or a love interest. However, there are several instances where game studios have gone above and beyond in their depictions of not only strong women, but also manifesting some of the most complex characters, thrusting them into the limelight as role models in real life. Who says role models can’t be 3D? So let’s set aside the controllers for a bit while we chat about some of these fantastic women who stand out as paragons we can all look up to.

PARA 2:SamusAran, Metroid Series: In 1986, Nintendo released a game called Metroid, which featured a character in an Iron Man-like suit. It was only at the end of the game, that SamusAran was revealed as the suit’s owner — and a woman. This intergalactic bounty hunter has starred in various games, including the latest Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. She has got an indomitable spirit and willpower, and has devoted her life to protecting the helpless.

PARA 3: There are various depictions of Princess Zelda in each one of her incarnations in the Legends of Zelda games. While you may play the male hero Link that does all the foot work, it is Zelda who is the real hero, often depicted as a caring and selfless ruler, who takes care of her subjects and lands, protecting them against the evil that keeps invading. In Breath of the Wild, she is the only force of power that keeps Ganon from taking over the entire world. Princess Zelda, Croft is the main character of The Legend of Zelda.

PARA 4:  One of the biggest problems in our industry, is the objectification of women in gaming. Lara Croft being the prime example, something her character is desperately trying to shake off and succeeding. However, there is one gaming character that transforms it into something completely different. Bayonetta is one of the freshest characters in gaming today. She is flamboyant, she is witty, charming, she is downright stylish and she is one of the best action game stars out there. Able to pull off stiletto heels and guns with bracelets, she hacks and slashes her way with moves that look like an intricate dance. An ancient Umbra Witch, with a heart of gold, Bayonetta is not fazed by anything, and she has moved both heaven and hell to save the world and those she cares about. Even though both heaven and hell are out to kill her.

PARA 5: The journey of Lara Croft in gaming has been a rocky one. Starting off as a strong, independent relic hunter, her popularity spun off into a spiral of games and movies, which focused more on tetrahedral hair than content. Over the last few years, Lara Croft has been carefully reinvented, thanks to the reboot in 2013. We see her as a young woman traumatized by a horrible accident, which leaves her stranded on an island fraught with danger. We observe her growth into a stronger, yet flawed, fighter, as she questions her motivations for jumping into tombs to find relics, while coming to terms with loss. Lara Croft is the main character of Tomb Raider reboot trilogy