Which of these gaming mascots underwent the most dramatic transformation from their original design to become the character we recognize today?

In the gaming industry, brand mascots often evolve to stay relevant with changing audiences and technology. Some gaming mascots have undergone dramatic redesigns that significantly altered their original appearance and character traits. This poll tests your knowledge of gaming history by asking you to identify which famous gaming mascot went through a particularly notable transformation from their original design to their current iconic form.

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Sonic the Hedgehog, who was originally designed as a rabbit with extendable ears that could grab objects
Mario, who was initially conceived as a shapeshifting alien before becoming a human plumber
Master Chief from Halo, who started as a cartoonish robot sidekick before evolving into a supersoldier
Lara Croft, who was first designed as a male archaeologist with a whip before being changed to a female character