Gaming’s memorable outfit changes
Roland Barthes once said that “Fashion experiences itself as a right, the natural right of the present over the past,” and there’s no denying that an outfit change can completely usurp a video game, making all previous outfits and vibes null. Major style moments play a huge role in setting a game’s tone and expectations, even though you might not immediately notice a game’s fashion while playing it. Think about Kirby using a Copy Ability to put on a jaunty little hat – not only does he gain impressive powers, but his previous defenseless form is replaced completely. The same can be said for Persona 5’s Joker, who awakens as a Phantom Thief with a bat-winged mask stuck over his bleeding eyes, completely transforming him from an ineffectual high schooler. And let’s not forget that Bayonetta was introduced as a veiled nun, but her catsuit changes are far more memorable.
Without further ado, here are 9 of gaming’s most memorable outfit changes:
- Mario’s Tanooki Suit (Super Mario Bros. 3)
- Samus’s Varia Suit (Metroid)
- Cloud’s Cross-Dressing (Final Fantasy VII
- Link’s Bunny Hood (The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask)
- Bayonetta’s Costume (Bayonetta)
- Dante’s Devil Trigger (Devil May Cry)
- Joker’s Phantom Thief outfit (Persona 5)
- Aerith’s Dress (Final Fantasy VII)
- Ellie’s Winter Gear (The Last of Us Part II)