Video games are filled with quirky, memorable non-playable characters (NPCs) that add color, humor, or even much-needed information to our adventures. But some NPCs seem to serve one purpose and one purpose only: eye candy. Overly sexualized, sometimes ridiculously dressed, and occasionally unexplainable in their contexts, these NPCs leave us rolling our eyes, laughing at their absurdity, or just plain confused. Here’s a roundup of the most hilariously out-of-place female NPCs that make us shake our heads in disbelief (but we wouldn’t change them for the world).

1. Mad Moxxi – Borderlands Series Mad Moxxi is known for her outrageous outfits, thick makeup, and flirtatious personality. A bar owner in Borderlands, Moxxi dresses in a circus ringmaster outfit that seems to defy practicality, showing skin and leaving little to the imagination. Moxxi’s character embodies an over-the-top, playful sexuality, which would feel right at home in a Las Vegas show but seems completely bizarre in a world overrun by bandits and aliens. Her whole vibe screams “inappropriate but funny,” making her one of those characters you can’t help but laugh at and maybe love a little, despite the impracticality.

2. The Courtesans – Assassin’s Creed Series In Assassin’s Creed, especially in the Renaissance-era games, courtesans are scattered throughout cities as distractions for guards, dressed in historically-inspired but very revealing outfits. These NPCs serve as in-game decoys, which you can hire to flirt with guards so you can sneak by undetected. Their whole existence feels oddly placed and exaggerated in a game about stealth and assassination. They’re a blend of convenience and awkwardness—these women are essentially hired eye candy, which makes us chuckle and cringe in equal measure.

3. Candy Suxxx – Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Grand Theft Auto has never been shy about pushing boundaries, and Candy Suxxx from Vice City is no exception. As an adult film star with a name that leaves little to the imagination, Candy’s entire persona revolves around her sexuality. She appears as a minor NPC and is clad in flashy, tight clothing, standing out like a neon sign. She’s hilariously exaggerated, embodying every “over-the-top” stereotype possible, which fits the satirical tone of GTA. Still, her purpose as an NPC is almost comically one-dimensional, making her a memorable, if absurd, character.

4. Jessica Rabbit Clone NPCs – Who Framed Roger Rabbit Game If you’ve played the Who Framed Roger Rabbit game, you might recall a certain NPC model that resembles Jessica Rabbit but with even more cartoonish, exaggerated features. These NPCs appear sporadically, designed solely for visual flair, with plunging necklines and a sultry vibe that’s oddly intense for a family-friendly game. They serve no real purpose other than looking “sexy,” adding a level of absurdity that feels completely unnecessary. Still, they’re memorable for being so hilariously out of place in an otherwise innocuous game.

5. The Brothel Workers – The Witcher Series The Witcher games are known for their mature themes, but the brothel workers in these games take it up a notch. They’re designed with overtly revealing outfits and are present for players to interact with in “romantic” mini-games. While they do contribute to the gritty world of The Witcher, they still feel exaggeratedly sexualized to the point of cliché. Their presence is both humorous and eye-roll-worthy, serving as a reminder that sometimes, NPCs exist solely to fulfill a trope.

6. Poison Ivy’s Henchwomen – Batman: Arkham Asylum Series Poison Ivy’s henchwomen in Batman: Arkham Asylum are dressed in green, skimpy outfits that look more suited for a runway than a fight with Gotham’s worst. Their job is to guard a deranged plant-lover’s lair, but they dress more like they’re ready for a magazine spread. Ivy’s henchwomen are a case study in unnecessary NPC “sexiness.” They’re amusingly misplaced, blending tough with overly stylized femininity in a way that makes little sense but somehow still works in the context of Arkham’s bizarre, over-the-top universe.

7. Lady NPCs – Final Fantasy Series The Final Fantasy series isn’t known for modesty, and NPCs like dancers or minor female characters often have extravagant, skimpy outfits. Some characters, like the dancers in Final Fantasy VI, are decked out in outfits so revealing that you have to wonder how they ended up with that job. These characters often don’t have a big role and exist more as background flavor. The trope is so overused in the series that it’s become a bit of a running joke among fans, giving us a love-hate relationship with these minor yet highly sexualized NPCs.

8. The Random Tavern Women – Dragon Age Series In Dragon Age, tavern scenes are often populated by women in low-cut outfits who act flirtatious or suggestive for seemingly no reason. These NPCs appear as filler characters in taverns, adding a touch of “fantasy flair” to the atmosphere. But their presence is sometimes more laughable than immersive. It’s almost as if they were dropped into the game solely to keep players’ attention, and the exaggeration makes them feel like they belong in a parody. They’re funny, sure, but also make us question how taverns in this world operate.

9. Queen Brahne’s Maidens – Final Fantasy IX In Final Fantasy IX, Queen Brahne’s maidens are a group of overly glamorous, scantily dressed women who seem more concerned with appearances than practicality. These NPCs stick out, especially against the somewhat odd and exaggerated visuals of the game’s other characters. While they’re not the main focus of the game, their ridiculous outfits and absurdly sexualized presence make them hard to ignore. Their over-the-top appearance is almost a satire of RPG tropes, making them oddly lovable and laughable at the same time.

10. Yennefer’s Sorceress Sisters – The Witcher Series Yennefer is an iconic character in The Witcher, but her fellow sorceresses are equally memorable for their barely-there outfits and seductive aura. Their role as NPCs is to assist in quests or appear in cutscenes, but they seem to have an unspoken dress code of “minimal coverage, maximum glam.” The irony is that these sorceresses are some of the most powerful characters in the game, yet they’re dressed in impractical, risqué outfits. It’s a hilarious contrast that has become an amusing and signature feature of The Witcher series.

Conclusion: Why We Can’t Resist These Over-the-Top NPCs These NPCs are some of the most exaggerated, eye-roll-worthy characters in gaming, often there for pure decoration and, let’s be honest, a bit of ridiculous entertainment. Their presence is so blatantly unnecessary that it’s almost comical. In a strange way, they add flavor to their games, serving as conversation starters, absurd distractions, or simply comic relief.

It’s easy to love and hate these characters at the same time. We can laugh at their impractical outfits and over-the-top personas, yet they’re oddly endearing. These NPCs may exist for all the wrong reasons, but sometimes, the gaming experience wouldn’t be the same without them. So here’s to the bizarre, exaggerated, and hilariously out-of-place NPCs who make us cringe and chuckle simultaneously.