Video Game Characters Who Are Lonely and Single on Valentine’s Day 2023

Another year, another lonely Valentine’s Day for you. Just like some of your favorite video game characters of yesteryear. But why is that? Perhaps you let yourself be friendzoned like certain characters we know? Maybe you are like one particular video game character we featured last year who is voluntarily single because they have too many choices? Or it could be you are still healing from your New Year’s Eve date breaking up with you? Whatever the case is, be glad you aren’t getting finessed by those who suddenly “found their Valentine” so close to the holiday. But don’t worry! As always, we are here to provide you with a list of video game characters who are lonely and single on Valentine’s Day in the year 2023.

Sheriff Wayne Hardin (Hunt: Showdown)

When it comes to first-person shooter Hunt: Showdown and its PvPvE multiplayer campaign, there is no one more complicated than Sheriff Hardin. While he is a man who adheres to duty and honor, he also recognizes the realities of the world since the viral outbreak. A world where zombies and monsters roam the land and Hunters, for various reasons, attempt to kill them. But it’s not just monsters to be dealt with, but other Hunters as well.

Suffice to say, if it wasn’t for his grit, perseverance, and willingness to do whatever it takes (such as allowing the inmates under his charge to fight), Sheriff Hardin would not have been instrumental in stopping the rapid spread of the 1895 infection outbreak in Louisiana. 

This is the kind of Winchester rifle-wielding kind of lawman badge bunnies would want to be with. Because he makes wearing the badge look good. That is, if he can survive and if a woman can catch his eye.

Otherwise, Valentine’s Day is just another manic Monday for Sheriff Hardin in Hunt: Showdown.

Helena Walker (ARK: Survival Evolved)

What would you do if you suddenly found yourself in an ARK full of ancient dinosaurs and even mythical creatures? If you happened to be a 21st Century biologist from Australia, you would probably be excited and start studying everything you could.

Which is exactly what Helena Walker did when she found herself on The Island ARK. With her love of the outdoors and passion for biology and paleontology, her cheerful attitude made her friends and kept her busy writing down her findings about all the various creatures on each ARK she visited. 

Though, if you get on her bad side, you won’t like it. So hold off on the “put another dodo on the barbie” jokes. Yet, despite being attractive, looking pretty cool riding a raptor while wielding weapons, and friendly, she hasn’t really formed a romantic relationship with anyone she has crossed paths with.

I guess “The One Who Waits” is going to keep waiting this Valentine’s Day.

Jane Kelly (XCOM 2)

Whoever coined the phrase “Angel of Death” certainly must have had Jane Kelly in mind. As a leader of a local resistance group called Children of the Earth, Kelly and the group gained a reputation for killing aliens. So fearsome is her reputation that she is one of the few soldiers in XCOM that The Chosen will call out by her name. Her heroics and abilities makes her, according to John Bradford, the most famous person from XCOM aside from the Commander. And no wonder!

Jane Kelly is a tutorial-surviving, shotgun-stunning, sword-slashing, baseball cap-wearing, XCOM warrior that makes a huge difference on the field (and she’s Irish). Safe to say, it’s not the Reaper people should be scared about. It’s Jane Kelly. 

Which might be why Jane Kelly is single on Valentine’s Day. Though, the rumor is there might be something going on with her and Bradford. But it might just be a mentor-mentee relationship. 

Unless she starts wearing sweaters…

Joanna Dark (Perfect Dark)

As an agent of the Carrington Institute, Joanna “Jo” Dark is at the top when it comes to espionage, combat, and undercover operations. In fact, her performance in training was so flawless  that she was given the callsign “Perfect Dark.”

This redhead turns heads with her slender, athletic build but isn’t exactly easy-going with people. She has a natural distrust for people and used to have a nasty temper; but Jo has mellowed out a bit. Now she is more well-adjusted and content who, if she hadn’t become an agent, would have become a professional esports gamer for Deathmatch VR.

Unfortunately, Joanna Dark is still in the dark when it comes to relationships and Valentine’s Day.

The Cast of Team Fortress 2 

They are eccentric, zany, bombastic, and crazy. But this group of guys are also focused, determined, and violent. At least when it comes to fighting each other. Since there are no women around to distract them, they can be their true selves and not have to worry about offending or insulting the fairer sex. 

Oh! Did I mention that each of them have an extensive hat collection? Yeah…didn’t think that would interest you.

May the gods have mercy on any woman or women who come into contact with this lot or try to be a part of this sausage-fest…

Otherwise, keep up the good fight my boys in red…or blue – you choose!

Rayne (Bloodrayne) 

If you didn’t take out our favorite red-headed dhampir to the New Year’s Eve party, then it is for sure you didn’t have the spine to ask her to be your valentine. Which is understandable. Rayne is an intimidating woman not just because she can break you in half or drain your blood. But because she oozes sex appeal.

It would take quite a person to hold their own against this headstrong, bold, snarky at times, and seductive, with a hint of sadism, woman who takes her job seriously when it comes to hunting vampires.

Which is why Rayne is single and alone this Valentine’s Day. But at least there are still vampires for her to hunt!

Faith Connors (Mirror’s Edge)

Faith Connors is a Runner, aka an underground courier, in the city of Glass, where she uses her skills to outrun the authorities and deliver information. And she is good at her job which requires her to not only perform amazing feats involving parkour but great stamina and endurance in order to get away from the police and make those deliveries. 

But don’t underestimate her! 

Should your out-of-shape, couch potato bum self catch up to her, she knows how to fight and will just lay you out. She will run you into the ground if you aren’t on her level. Which is why Faith Connors is still single on Valentine’s Day. There just aren’t any men who can keep up!

Damn, I’m getting tired just thinking of all the running she does…

Poppy Sweeting (Hogwarts Legacy) 

There are plenty of lovable characters in Hogwarts Legacy, but Poppy Sweeting comes off as the most adorably endearing. This charming and compassionate Hufflepuff stands out for her sweet disposition, bright intelligence, and her passion for the magical creatures of the Wizarding World.

In fact, it’s her love, passion, and knowledge of creatures which brings you into her orbit as she helps you in class. However, it is that same passion which has resulted in her being more comfortable around creatures rather than people and also drives her to oppose poachers at every opportunity. 

While Poppy Sweeting may not be going to Hogsmeade to celebrate this Valentine’s Day, her recent exploits in Hogwarts Legacy might change that for future holidays. Who knows? Maybe the next time you and Poppy go to The Three Broomsticks for butterbeer something more might kindle?

Hmmm?

Frey Holland (Forspoken) 

If you are looking for a poster child for pretty privilege, look no further than Frey Holland. The game’s writing isn’t great, it’s filled with logical fallacies galore, and an absurdly predictable plot line might make you want to put this game away in disgust or play it for the “this-game-is-so-bad-I-can’t-help-but-laugh” memes. 

Or because you think Frey is hot and you had money to waste on the game rather than waiting for it to end up in the bargain bin.

There is no doubt. Frey is attractive. But she is an attractive a-hole who thinks everyone around her is an a-hole. She swears like a sailor, acts like a man, doesn’t take accountability for her actions (she constantly blames Cuff for being in this situation when it was her fault for stealing it in the first place), has an inconsistent personality, nasty temper, and is just not very likable. Even when the developers try to make you like her or feel for her.

But she is pretty. 

So it is no surprise that Frey Holland is single on Valentine’s Day. Even if she wasn’t, I could see Frey calling her date an a-hole all the time throughout the evening and that it would be his fault for her being on the date.

Gordon Freeman (Half-Life series)

We know who Gordon Freeman is. In fact, most people know about the theoretical physicist who became embroiled in an alien invasion on Earth. He is the silent protagonist of silent protagonists who can get the job done without ever saying a word. And his feats against the Combine don’t go unrecognized.

So why is he still single when he has shown that he can fight, save the world over and over, and even has some status? Maybe he became a monk who made a vow of silence and abstinence. Or he is just dense and doesn’t know a good opportunity when he sees one.

*Cough* ALYX VANCE *Cough*

Sadly, another lonely Valentine’s Day for Gordon Freeman. 

Unless, you know, things pick up between him and Alyx in Half-Life 3…

And that’s our list of lonely and single video game characters for Valentine’s Day 2023! Let us know what you think and who should be on the list for 2024.

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