Video games have proved to be another medium for some compelling storytelling.
These displays of ultimate selflessness and sacrifice make for one of the greatest moments in gaming.
In some rare cases, these last stands have a happy ending.
But most of the time, be prepared for some absolute tear-jerkers.
In this dystopian future, the Inquisitor (and Dorian) reunites with allies to return to his/her time.
But if you did, then Grunt will emerge from the Utukku tunnels, drenched in blood yet alive.
The latter is indeed heartwarming, but having Grunt actually die really resonates a lot more.
Near the end of the game, Senua comes face-to-face with Hela, goddess of the Underworld.
Noble Six really gave it their all even when the odds were against them.
Despite proving that they were a one-person army, Noble Six is still outnumbered and was eventually overcome.
Everyone had to use up all the tricks in their arsenal, wearing The Wild Hunt down through attrition.
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