Video game theories can offer interesting ideas in how the characters or outcomes from the games themselves🤡 are interpreted. They can range from strangely hilarious to downright spooky. The research and speculations put into these video game theories are admirable and shows the dedication from the fans. After all, that is why we are intrigued from watching game theories from the likes of MatPat and others. Even if we do not necessarily agree with the proposed theories that have not been confirmed or rejected, they at least offer a different perspective in how fans think of the video games’ lore and characters.
There are crazy ones such as the Zelda timeline, the Pokémon War, Fallout and Skyrim taking place in the same universe, and so much more that connect the dots based on the games’ context. Then there are ones that do make sense with the way the games present the theories themselves, but it would change the entire point of the g✃ames, which will be referenced on this list.
🌌Throughout the years, some video game creators are more than happy to come out and recognize the iconic theories that have speculated on the internet and video game community. Whether they confirm that the theories are indeed true or flat out reject them, it is nice to know that the creators are aware of these unique and sometimes silly theories. Regardless of the outcome, the theories on this list do have interesting points. Here are fifteen video game theories that are real and ten theories rejected by the creators.
25 Real: You Are 𝄹The Son! ܫ
Pokémon Gold & Silver have to be one of the best sequels in gaming period. With updated m🍸echanics and adding in two new types, these games 🎉also brought speculation regarding the rival Silver and Giovanni.
In the remakes, it is confirmed that Silver is indeed the son of Team Rocket boss.
The context in the games revolve around Silver wanting to defeat Team Rocket in his own way. After all, he did steal from Professor Elm’s lab, which is what T♔eam Rocket would do.
24 Rejected: Gogo = Darill? ♑
Even if the evidence is made clear and plausible for a theory, it takes one of the key people from the game’s development to crash the party. In Final Fantasy VI, fans have believed that Gogo is actually Darill. Among the fans who believe in this theory, a Reddit post has point out some interesting facts ᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚ👍ᩚ𒀱ᩚᩚᩚthat brings the possibility of Gogo being Darill.
Yoshinori Kitase, one of the creators of the Final Fantasy series, stated in an interview that the theory is not true. Given that he is a scenario writer for Final Fantasy VI, we have to believe his word.
23 Real: The King's Involvement ꧂
The 90s brought a huge wave🙈 of video games that would become one of the biggest franchises of all time. Sega’s Sonic the Hedgehog became a rival to Nintendo’s Mario. What Sonic brought that revolutionized its third title is the music.
Fans caught on that Michael Jackson was actually part of the game’s music development.
However, due to allegations that nearly damaged his r♏eputation, Jackson left the game development. While he hཧas not been credited, his influences still caught the listeners’ attention.
22 ꦏ Rejected: No More Of Him
Albert Wesker is one of the most iconic villains in the Resident Evil series. You know that he is quite the troublemaker whenever he shows up, and it makes the games more impactful. Despite being offed so many times, he keeps coming back, and there is nothing wrong with that. Resident Evil 5 changed that aspect forever.
Fans loved him so much that they did not want to believe that he is permanently gone. They hoped that h🌃e is still alive. The game’s producer Masachiᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚ𒀱ᩚᩚᩚka Kawata coldly put the nail in the coffin and announced that Wesker is never coming back.
21 🐠 🅠 Real: Armads The Savior
A theory like this might seem a bit farfetched, but based on Fire Emblem: Blazing Blade’s story, there is evidence that confirms this ▨theory. Near the endgame, Hector picked up the legendary axe Armads to help Eliwood and Lyn defeat Nergal. Hav൩ing done this, he accepted that he would not pass away peacefully, but painfully on the battlefield.
This ended up saving Hector’s life.
His parents and older brother perished due to a disease. Knowing this, it would have been highly likely that Hector would get it too, but picking up Armads extended his life 🐎to have his daughter Lilina and be the Marquess of Ostia.
20 Rejected: From Bomb To Ghost 𝔍
Out of the theories that seem to be so silly that it can’t be true, it would be this theory from the Mario series. Because it makes sense for a Bomb-omb 🐼to turn into a Boo when they explode.
After all, why would Boos be born from Bomb-ombs? Sure, they have spirits of some sorts, but this ♒just does🅘 not add up. Shigeru Miyamoto was glad to reject this theory with a simple headshake from himself.
19 Real: That Sou𓆉nds Fun... ⛎
Get ready for a gross theory that is scarily true. In Bloodborne, t𒊎he game mechanics are… interesting to say the least. For instance, to gain back health, the player needs to drink blooဣd. Where does the blood come from?
Got a trash can near you?
The vials of blood throuᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚ𒀱ᩚᩚᩚghou꧑t the game are carried by women. And if a woman becomes pregnant, they are no longer able to carry a vial of blood. Add those hints up and you get a disturbing way to heal yourself.
18 Real: How He🍒 Feels
Earthbound is a unique RPG released by Nintendo in the early 90s. If it weren’t for Ness being included in Super Smash Bros., then this game would not have gotten the recognition it deserved. In Earthbound, there is a character💦 by the name of Tony who seems to feel close to his friend Jeff.
It is confirmed that 𒐪Tony swings for the other team. He has ꧋feelings for Jeff and while it is not shown much, it gives a nice representation for the LGBT+ community. The creator, Shigesato Itoi, cites his friends who are gay as inspiration for Tony.
17 Real: Marshmallow Endures All 𒊎
If there is one thing that needs to be said, Kirby is someone you would not want to be as your enemy. He is an unstoppable force to reckon with and can endure just about anything. This is said because in Kirby 64, it is suggested that the game’s ♚setting takes place in a post-apocalyptic world.
Specifically, the game has allusions to a place that used to be pℱlanet Earth in the level Shiver Star. Along those allusions are that there are no signs of human life.
16 ඣ Rejected: Unfortunately Not Coming Back
Aerith has been a beloved and popular character ever since her appearance in Final Fantasy VII. Being a love interest for Cloud, we grew to love her a꧂nd rely on her as a fantastic healer. When her demise came about, fans were heartbroken.
The theory revolving her being able to come back to life seemed like a dream come true.
However, this theory is just wishful thinking. There were so many “ways” to have her come back to life, but unfജortunately, the story 🃏of Final Fantasy VII would not be as powerful if Aerith were to come back to life.