1. Ellie – The Last of Us
Ellie is quite possibly my most favorite companion in gaming to date. Not only do you grow emotionally attached to her, but she can hold her own as well.
No more coddling and protecting your AI compatriot; instead give her a gun and a shank, and she will go to town on anyone with a threat level. The recent release of the Left Behind DLC gives us a little insight into her backstory and history, fleshing her out as a character and making us love her all the more.
Published Feb. 17th 2014
