But, when you look back at the first two, you remember just how amazing the franchise was. You also remember just how many epic characters were introduced. Today, I want to check out what I feel are the five best. I will also say which movie they were portrayed the best in. This is all my opinion, though, and it’s fair game if you feel differently.

5. Miles Dyson

Miles Dyson is not an ultra-popular character in the franchise, but he is one of my personal favorites. His portrayal in Terminator 2: Judgment Day by actor Joe Morton was awesome. Dyson was introduced as an elite-level computer engineer. However, later in the movie, it becomes known that his microprocessor will lead to the development of Skynet. While he ultimately is responsible for the creation of the system that will destroy humanity, you still can’t help but feel for him when you watch the movie.

4. Sarah Connor

Let’s just be honest right now; Linda Hamilton is the only Sarah Connor that matters. She is the true OG and seeing her return in Terminator: Dark Fate was amazing. But, it’s her character in the first two films that makes everyone fall in love with her (specifically the second one). Seeing her transformation from a happy-go-lucky girl to a take-no-prisoners fighter is truly something else.

3. The T-800

For those wondering, the T-800 is the terminator that Arnold Schwarzenegger plays in virtually every film in the franchise. Once again, though, the T-800 is the best in the first two films. Now, in the first, it’s programmed to kill Sarah Connor. Yet, in the sequel, it’s programmed to save John Connor (Sarah’s son). Both machines are portrayed by Schwarzenegger, but they are programmed differently. Honestly, I don’t know which one is my favorite between the two. It’s too close to decide!

2. The T-1000

The original T-1000, played by Robert Patrick, will always be my favorite antagonist from the series. Given that this model is made of liquid metal, it’s quite diverse in its actions throughout the film. Its ability to sample anything it physically touches (of equal size and not complex machines) and morph into stabbing weapons makes for creative dynamics. Oh yeah, the sucker can also flat-out run. Patrick is also perfect with his facial expressions throughout the film; it’s just pure gold.

1. Kyle Reese

Can we just finally admit how good of an actor Michael Biehn is? No, I’m not talking about Jai Courtney’s horrendous Kyle Reese in Terminator: Genisys (which actually may be the worst movie I have ever seen in my life). I am referring to the original Reese who was played by Biehn. This version could be my favorite movie protagonist ever. Yeah, that may be a stretch, but man is it close. Words can’t do this one justice; just go see his performance if you haven’t already.

Well, there you have it? You may be wondering where John Connor is on this list as he’s such an important character in the series. But, I have never really been that big of a fan of any of the character’s iterations. That’s just me, though. Anyway, that’s my five best! What’s yours?

Now, for the record, there are some franchises on this list that have appeared on the Switch in some capacity (whether via ports or certain retro titles available for online members). However, for the following five series, we deserve brand-new entries altogether that are currently not available on the Switch.

Mario Kart

Ironically, a Mario Kart game is currently the highest-selling video game on the Switch as we speak (that being Mario Kart 8 Deluxe). Yet, as alluded to, I am not satisfied with ports (in general). Sure, it is impossible to dispute the success of this port but at the same time, we have not seen a new entry in this franchise in around six years.

As for the chances of this occurring, the number of units it would probably sell gives credence to the argument for it. Nintendo has never released two full-fledged Mario Kart games on the same home console before but this would be a little different. I feel somewhat confident that this one has a chance.

Star Fox

The closest thing to a Star Fox game on the Switch is Starlink: Battle for Atlas. In fact, Fox McCloud and friends actually play a somewhat significant role in that game (in the Switch version). Still, an actual solo video game starring Fox McCloud is what I have been craving for a while.

Unfortunately, his last entry was not received all that well. Of course, I am alluding to Star Fox Zero on the Wii U. Nintendo attempted to make use out of their GamePad but the end result was a somewhat short game with highly questionable controls. I may just have to come to the realization that this franchise had its time and place. However, the lore of the Star Fox universe is too intriguing and Nintendo could do so much with the characters that are present.

Banjo-Kazooie

Alright, so this probably has a snowball’s chance in Hell of happening. Rare is the video game company who developed the classic Banjo games on the Nintendo 64. However, many years have passed since then and Rare has been a Microsoft property for nearly two decades now.

And, due to this, the franchise has literally been dead since the Nintendo 64 (Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts can’t touch the magic of the originals). The only inspiring news is Banjo and Kazooie did make their way to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. So, a new installment in the franchise is not impossible (but it is highly unlikely).

Donkey Kong Country

Yep, this is another instance of a franchise getting a port but not a new game. Since 2015 (when I finally got my hands on Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze for the Wii U), I have been eagerly awaiting the third entry in Retro Studios series.

Yet, years and years have gone by and as we sit in 2020, there are still no signs of that happening. Now, the chances look even worse as the studio took over development for Metroid Prime 4. There were rumors for a while that they were developing a new game but we may never know what that was. As far as Donkey Kong Country is concerned, a brand-new company may need to do something with the IP.

F-Zero

Talk about a series that has not seen the light of day in countless years, how about F-Zero? The last major entry was F-Zero GX and that was released way back in 2003 on the Nintendo GameCube. Indeed, it has been a while.

This futuristic racing franchise has been a fan-favorite for quite a long time and the Switch is the perfect system for it to make a resurgence. Will it happen? The safe bet is to expect another entry to be omitted on yet another major Nintendo home console.

The fan in me desperately wants to see all these titles land on the Switch over the next few years. I understand the reality of the industry, however, and realize that some of these will remain to only pipe dreams.