These are the best and most iconic Resident Evil characters from the revolutionary survival-horror franchise. Many of these characters appear in multiple games in the franchise. Each of them is unique and interesting in their own way.
Claire Redfield
Claire Redfield is one of the playable protagonists in the franchise and is best known for her role in Resident Evil 2. Chris Redfield is her older brother and they share a strong bond. Despite being only 19 years old, she’s stoic and strong-willed. Adequate in handling firearms, she can fight her way through waves of zombies efficiently.
In Resident Evil 2, she searches for her older brother Chris and the search brings her to Raccoon City, where she meets Leon. After her debut in Resident Evil 2, she returns in other games of the franchise as a beloved character.
Ada Wong
While not a protagonist, Ada Wong is an especially beloved character from the franchise because of her mysterious demeanor and elegant appearance. She’s a secret agent who’s extraordinarily good at what she does.
Ada is an American who descends from China and is seen as a great example of the “femme fatale” archetype of characters. She returns as a main and supporting character in many games after Resident Evil 2.
Leon S. Kennedy, one of the series’ most iconic characters, is her love interest. Despite being cold towards Leon at first, she openly expressed her feelings for him, which he returned.
Leon S. Kennedy
A returning protagonist character of many Resident Evil games, Leon S. Kennedy is probably the most well-known and recognizable character in the series. He’s a dutiful police officer who lacks confidence in the early games, but he develops into a strong man in the later entries.
He’s flirty when interacting with women, and this is one of the reasons why he’s quite popular. Often, he’s seen overly caring for people, almost even in a naïve way but that’s part of what makes Leon, Leon.
Albert Wesker
One of the most iconic and greatest villains in the series, Albert Wesker is truly evil. Far from weak, he’s a force to be reckoned with in combat as well as situations that demand a more calculating approach. He’s an archetypical villain who takes extreme pride in his evil deeds and he boastfully explains his plans to the heroes he comes across.
Chris Redfield
Claire’s older brother Chris is a member of the S.T.A.R.S., which stands for Special Tactics And Rescue Service. He’s a trusted and strong member of the said organization and he’s quick to earn the trust of his associates. Being a hero like Leon S. Kennedy, he cares for the lives of innocents and is somewhat rebellious at times.
Jill Valentine
The playable protagonist of Resident Evil, Resident Evil 3, and a few other games, Jill Valentine is one of the most popular female characters from this franchise. Because of her iconic appearance in the remake of Resident Evil 3, she got even more attention from fans. She was originally a member of the Special Tactics and Rescue Service but was later introduced in Resident Evil 3 as a civilian. She’s also a friend and an ally of Chris Redfield.
