From vampire daddies to handsome commanders, these 5 LGBTQ+ characters need their own spin-offs ASAP
The Last of Us, video games are being adapted in the entertainment industry at a rapid pace. Bella Ramsey portrayed the iconic Ellie on the show, one of the most influential queer characters in video game history.Although showrunner Craig Mazin recently ruled out a spin-off for the iconic characters, Bill and Frank, in the The Last of Us series, there are many more queer characters in video games who deserve their time in the spotlight. Here are five queer video game characters who are long overdue for their own spin-off series…Subscribe to our newsletter for your front-row seat to all things entertainment with a sprinkle of everything else queer.Often regarded as “the first trans video game character ever,” Birdo is an iconic character from the Super Mario series.
She first appeared in Super Mario Bros. 2, and ever since then she has appeared in multiple spinoff games, such as Mario Party and Mario Kart.With the success of the Super Mario Movie at the box office in 2023, there’s no reason why Birdo can’t have her own spinoff series!
Giving Birdo her own spinoff series would make her more than a mere side character, which is what she rightfully deserves.Steve is a unique character, as he is the only character in the Mass Effect trilogy who can only be romanced by a male Commander Shepard.
Tragically, he lost his husband, Robert, who abducted him and his colony at Ferris Fields, and Robert was unable to escape. RIP.Those who romance Steve can help him move on from losing his loved one.
