TOP 42 FEMALE PROTAGONIST GAMES

Ah, the beloved game genre of "female protagonist" - a genre that has been gaining popularity in recent years thanks to the powerful and inspiring characters it highlights. In these games, players get to step into the shoes of a fierce and capable woman, kicking butt and taking names in a variety of exciting settings. Whether it's battling supernatural forces, solving complex puzzles, or just living everyday life, players can't get enough of the unique perspectives and experiences offered by these games. And lucky for you, this site has compiled a fantastic list of the top female protagonist games out there. From the action-packed adventures of Tomb Raider to the heartfelt storytelling of Life is Strange, there's a game on this list for everyone. So if you're ready to take on the world as a powerful woman, look no further - this is the genre for you!

#01
Games like Metroid Prime

Metroid Prime

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Wii, Switch
  • Release: 2002
  • Rating: 8.9/10

#02
Games like The Longest Journey

The Longest Journey

  • License: Commercial
  • Platforms: PC, iPhone / iPad
  • Release: 1999
  • Rating: 8.7/10

#03
Games like Final Fantasy XII

Final Fantasy XII

  • License: Commercial
  • Platforms: PS2, Console, PS4, PC, Switch
  • Release: 2006
  • Rating: 8.5/10

#04
Games like Glyder

Glyder

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: iPhone / iPad
  • Release: 2009
  • Rating: 8.5/10

#05
Games like The Operative: No One Lives Forever

The Operative: No One Lives Forever

  • License: Commercial
  • Platforms: PC, Mac, PS2
  • Release: 2000
  • Rating: 8.5/10

#06
Games like Metroid Fusion

Metroid Fusion

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Wii U, Switch
  • Release: 2002
  • Rating: 8.3/10

#07
Games like Super Metroid

Super Metroid

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Console, Wii U, Switch, Wii
  • Release: 1994
  • Rating: 8.2/10

#08
Games like Syberia

Syberia

  • License: Commercial
  • Platforms: PC, PS2, Xbox 360, Console, DS, Mac, iPhone / iPad, Switch, Android, PS3
  • Release: 2002
  • Rating: 8.1/10

#09
Games like Blood of the Werewolf

Blood of the Werewolf

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Wii, Wii U, Xbox 360, PS3, Xbox One
  • Release: 2013
  • Rating: 8/10

#10
Games like Bayonetta

Bayonetta

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Xbox 360, Console, PS3, PC, Switch, PS4, Wii U, Xbox One
  • Release: 2009
  • Rating: 8/10

#11
Games like Perfect Dark Zero

Perfect Dark Zero

  • License: Commercial
  • Platforms: Xbox 360, Console, Xbox One
  • Release: 2005
  • Rating: 8/10

#12
Games like Perfect Dark

Perfect Dark

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Xbox 360, Browser, XSX, Xbox One
  • Release: 2000
  • Rating: 8/10

#13
Games like Tomb Raider (1996)

Tomb Raider (1996)

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, Mac, Console, PS3, iPhone / iPad
  • Release: 1996
  • Rating: 7.9/10

#14
Games like Tomb Raider II

Tomb Raider II

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac, Console, iPhone / iPad, Android, PS3
  • Release: 1997
  • Rating: 7.6/10

#15
Games like Dino Crisis

Dino Crisis

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Console, PS3
  • Release: 1999
  • Rating: 7.6/10

#16
Games like Tomb Raider

Tomb Raider

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, Mac, Console, PS3, PS4, Android, Xbox One
  • Release: 1996
  • Rating: 7.5/10

#17
Games like Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Buffy the Vampire Slayer

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, Console
  • Release: 2002
  • Rating: 7.5/10

#18
Games like Primal

Primal

  • License: commercial
  • Platforms: PS2, Console, PS4, PS3
  • Release: 2003
  • Rating: 7.5/10

#19
Games like Heavenly Sword

Heavenly Sword

  • License: Commercial
  • Platforms: Console, PS3
  • Release: 2007
  • Rating: 7.4/10

#20
Games like Trace Memory

Trace Memory

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: DS
  • Release: 2005
  • Rating: 7.1/10

#21
Games like Contrast

Contrast

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox 360, PS3, Android, Xbox One
  • Release: 2013
  • Rating: 7/10

#22
Games like Kings Bounty

Kings Bounty

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 1990
  • Rating: 7/10

#23
Games like Alice in Wonderland

Alice in Wonderland

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Wii, DS
  • Release: 2010
  • Rating: 7/10

#24
Games like Hydrophobia Prophecy

Hydrophobia Prophecy

  • License: commercial
  • Platforms: PC, Console, PS3
  • Release: 2011
  • Rating: 6.8/10

#25
Games like Metroid

Metroid

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Wii, Wii U, Switch
  • Release: 1986
  • Rating: 6.3/10

#26
Games like Charlies Angels

Charlies Angels

  • License: commercial
  • Platforms: Console, PS2
  • Release: 2003
  • Rating: 2.5/10

#27
Games like Flow Free

Flow Free

  • License: commercial
  • Platforms: iPhone / iPad, Android
  • Release: 2012
  • Rating: n/a

#28
Games like No One Lives Forever 2

No One Lives Forever 2

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac
  • Release: 2002
  • Rating: n/a

#29
Games like Final Fantasy (Series)

Final Fantasy (Series)

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS2, PS Vita, Xbox 360, Console, Browser, iPhone / iPad, Android, PS3
  • Release: 2012
  • Rating: n/a

#30
Games like Metroid Prime 2

Metroid Prime 2

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Wii
  • Release: 2004
  • Rating: n/a

#31
Games like Haunt

Haunt

  • License: commercial
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360
  • Release: 2012
  • Rating: n/a

#32
Games like Zanzarah

Zanzarah

  • License: commercial
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2002
  • Rating: n/a

#33
Games like Drakan

Drakan

  • License: commercial
  • Platforms: PC, PS2
  • Release: 2002
  • Rating: n/a

#34
Games like Grow

Grow

  • License: commercial
  • Platforms: PC, Android
  • Release: 2011
  • Rating: n/a

#35
Games like Beyond Good and Evil

Beyond Good and Evil

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS2, Xbox 360, Console
  • Release: 2003
  • Rating: n/a

#36
Games like Fear Effect 2

Fear Effect 2

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Console
  • Release: 2001
  • Rating: n/a

#37
Games like Yggdra Union

Yggdra Union

  • License: commercial
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2023
  • Rating: n/a

#38
Games like The Wheel of Time(1999)

The Wheel of Time(1999)

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 1999
  • Rating: n/a

#39
Games like Dreamfall

Dreamfall

  • License: Commercial
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, Console
  • Release: 2006
  • Rating: n/a

#40
Games like Kya

Kya

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PS2, Console
  • Release: 2003
  • Rating: n/a

#41
Games like Metroid Prime 3

Metroid Prime 3

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Console, Wii
  • Release: 2007
  • Rating: n/a

#42
Games like Lara Croft - Tomb Raider

Lara Croft - Tomb Raider

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2002
  • Rating: n/a