21 Video Game Characters Who Were Inspired By Real-Life Celebs (4 of 9)

Disco Zombie (Plants vs. Zombies) — Michael Jackson

Enter the groovy world of Plants vs. Zombies, where the undead meet disco fever in the form of the Disco Zombie. This funky foe channels the iconic moves and style of none other than the King of Pop himself, Michael Jackson. With his slick dance moves and retro attire, the Disco Zombie brings a whole new meaning to the term “Thriller.” Picture Michael Jackson moonwalking through a garden of sunflowers and pea shooters, spreading dance fever instead of terror. It would be a wacky, zany, madcap mashup of undead antics and musical nostalgia that’s sure to make even the most stoic gamer bust a move.

Nathan Drake (Uncharted) — Bradley Cooper

Nathan Drake, the treasure-hunting hero of the Uncharted series, with his easy charm and roguish good looks, could be the video game doppelganger of actor Bradley Cooper. Both Drake and Cooper boast that same irresistible mix of sharp wit and undeniable charisma. They can crack a joke while outrunning a hail of bullets, leaving enemies and hearts swooning in their wake. Of course, Drake’s preferred accessory is a trusty grappling hook, while Cooper tends to favor a microphone (though rumors of a hidden grappling hook holster persist). The next time you see Drake scaling a crumbling temple, think about this: there might just be a Hollywood A-lister channeling his inner Indiana Jones with a touch of playful sarcasm.