Summary
Demihumans are where things get interesting. They’rethe mythologicalmiddle ground — part-human, part-something-else, often caught between two worlds and never quite belonging to either. In video games, that mix usually ends up being a recipe for raw power, tragic backstories, and some of the coolest character designs out there. From gods with daddy issues to half-vampires in flowing capes, demihumans have been used to explore themes of identity, duality, and what it means to be human, while also tearing through enemies like a buzzsaw.
These characters don’t just have compelling origins or lore — they feel unforgettable. Whether it’s their tragic upbringing, supernatural abilities, or how effortlessly they steal the spotlight every time they show up, these are the best male demihumans in video games.
Zagreus wasn’t supposed to exist, at least not in traditional mythology. But Supergiant Games had other plans, turning him into a rebellious son of Hades who’s more interested in escaping the Underworld than inheriting it. As the demigod son of Hades and Persephone, Zagreus balances divine blood with human stubbornness — and that combo fuels the entire structure ofHades.
Each of his escape attempts is a deeper dive into the lives and drama of Olympus. The more players fail (and they will), the more the story unfolds, revealing layers of character dynamics most roguelikes wouldn’t even bother with. Zagreus is sarcastic, charming, and emotionally nuanced in a way most action game protagonists aren’t. And while he’s technically a demihuman, his real power lies in his emotional core. It’s rare for a death god’s kid to become one of themost beloved video game charactersin recent memory, but here we are.
Messmer is FromSoftware’s latest contribution to the “why is this man so angry” category. Added inElden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, he’s a demigod whose bloodline ties him directly to Queen Marika and Radagon — though the exact details are shrouded in FromSoft’s signature murk.
What’s immediately clear, though, is thatMessmer is not okay. He’s fused with the Flame of Messmer, which twists both his body and mind, turning him into a living weapon of hatred. The snakes wrapped around his arm aren’t just for decoration; they’re part of him, an echo of his inner torment. While technically not human, the remnants of his humanity can still be glimpsed under all that wrath. His fight is one ofElden Ring’s most theatrical, with snake summons, fire explosions, and one of the coldest boss themes in the series. He’s not just a demihuman — he’s a walking act of vengeance.
At this point, the Tekken series could be retitled “Mishima Family Counseling Simulator,” and no one would blink. Kazuya is the face of that dysfunction — a man who was thrown off a cliff by his father as a child and climbed back up with a literal devil inside him. The Devil Gene, inherited from his mother Kazumi, makes Kazuya part-human, part-demonic force of nature. And he leans into the latter with unrelenting fury.
InTekken 7, Kazuya’s transformation into his devil form is more than cosmetic. His entire fighting style changes, gaining wings, laser beams, and the kind of power that makes veteran players sweat. The game’s story mode doubles down on his hatred for Heihachi, culminating in a showdown that’s basically Shakespeare with uppercuts. What makes Kazuya compelling isn’t just the carnage; it’s how he’s never fully in control. The Devil Gene is as much a curse as it is a weapon, and he’s been fighting it his whole life. That tension is what keeps him from being just another angry antihero.
For a guy who’s technically a demigod, Kratos has killed more full-blown gods than most pantheons could even handle. Born to a mortal woman and Zeus himself, Kratos was always destined to be astorm of violencewrapped in Spartan muscle. But it’s how that violence evolves that makes him unforgettable.
In the originalGod of Wargames, Kratos was rage incarnate. He tore through the Greek pantheon with nothing but raw vengeance and a pair of Blades of Chaos. But inGod of War(2018) andRagnarök, his character undergoes a shift that redefines him. No longer a man lashing out at the world, he’s a father trying to break a cycle of destruction — all while hiding his godhood from his son, Atreus. He’s still a demihuman, but now he’s one grappling with guilt, restraint, and fatherhood. That blend of old fury and new wisdom is what makes his modern incarnation so powerful. Also, he still punches trolls in the face, so don’t worry — he hasn’t gone too soft.
Adrian Fahrenheit Tepes — better known as Alucard — might be the most stylishhalf-vampireto ever grace a pixelated hallway. The son of Dracula and a human woman named Lisa, Alucard has spent most of his existence trying to clean up his father’s mess. And inCastlevania: Symphony of the Night, he finally takes center stage, staking his claim (and several monsters) as one of gaming’s most iconic demihumans.
What makes Alucard so compelling isn’t just his pedigree or the tragic death of his mother — it’s how he wears his duality. He walks through Dracula’s castle wieldingdark magicand holy relics, looking like a gothic novel cover come to life. His smooth animations and customizable arsenal set a new bar for2D action RPGs, while his quiet melancholy gave him depth most 90s game protagonists lacked. Players can transform into mist, bats, or wolves at will, showing off his supernatural lineage in every room. And unlike his father, Alucard never let the darkness consume him — which makes his story all the more tragic.
Dante is what happens when you take a demonic bloodline, add twin brother drama, and stir it with a lot of absurd charisma. As the son of Sparda, a powerful demon who fell in love with a human woman, Dante has all the makings of a tormented antihero. But he never wallows. He smirks, slices, and taunts his way through demonic invasions like he’s auditioning for a heavy metal concert.
InDevil May Cry 5, he’s older, scruffier, and somehow even more ridiculous. His combat style is a ballet of blades, bullets, and absurdity. One minute he’s juggling enemies with a talking motorcycle-sword hybrid; the next, he’s reading poetry mid-fight as Dr. Faust. Dante’s demihuman status is in every mechanic, from his Devil Trigger transformations to the way he shrugs off wounds that would kill lesser men. He’s he’s the cool uncle of hell itself, crashing through windows with flair and reminding everyone that stylish violence is an art form.
