Which gaming mascot was originally created as a placeholder character during development but was so well-received that the company made them the official face of their brand?

Brand mascots have played a crucial role in gaming history, becoming iconic symbols that represent their companies in advertising, merchandise, and even within games themselves. These characters often transcend their marketing origins to become beloved figures in gaming culture. How well do you know the famous faces that have represented major gaming brands over the decades? Test your knowledge of gaming mascot history!

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Crash Bandicoot (Sony PlayStation)
Kirby (Nintendo)
Master Chief (Xbox)
Sonic the Hedgehog (Sega)