What makes a video game character metal? Is it the aesthetic? The attitude? The body count? Or is it just screaming into the void while ripping demons in half?
In this episode of the Influencers of Metal Podcast, Collin and Tom finally tackle one of the most essential topics they’ve been sitting on since day one: the most metal video game characters of all time.
And they don’t hold back. From the absolute chaos of DOOM’s Doom Slayer to the god-killing rage of Kratos from God of War Ragnarök, the guys break down what makes these characters resonate so deeply with metal fans.
But it’s not just the obvious picks.
This episode is a perfect mix of nostalgia, gaming culture, and metalhead humor—proving that metal isn’t just a genre… It’s a mindset that transcends mediums.
Hit play now and decide for yourself: who is the most metal video game character of all time?
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