5 reasons why CJ is the best character in GTA San Andreas

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GAMING

CJ starts on the bottom like many other GTA protagonists. However, what separates him from them is that he builds his connections with characters like Wu Zi Mu and Caesar more logically than just being a backstabbing, conniving criminal like many other protagonists tend to be.

A rags to riches story done right

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GAMING

One thing players tend to love about video games is how they can customize some characters. Fortunately for CJ, players can customize several aspects about him, including his appearance and fighting style. This entry is primarily thanks to CJ being the protagonist in GTA San Andreas, but it's a valid reason nonetheless

Heavily customizable

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GAMING

Genuinely entertaining characters tend to endear themselves to the audience more than stoic and bland ones. Unsurprisingly, CJ is of the former category, making him stand out compared to serious characters like Caesar, Sweet, and Officer Hernandez.

Deadpan snark

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GAMING

Even after characters like Ryder and Sweet often put CJ down, he still sticks by them, thus proving his loyalty to Grove Street. This loyalty later extends to the Triads, Caesar, and The Truth, which showcases how CJ is more than just a mindless criminal in GTA San Andreas.

Loyalty

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GAMING

CJ's personality is engaging enough that GTA San Andreas fans can enjoy him as a character. However, what separates him from other characters is that he acts like a perfect foil at times, thus elevating those around him whenever they interact with him.

A perfect foil to other GTA San Andreas characters

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GAMING