Edna from Pixar's The Incredibles movies is famously against capes because of safety reasons. However, it's hard to deny how cool capes can look. So many superheroes in comic books and movies look so much better because they have a cape blowing in the wind behind them. This is the same in the video game world.
Yet, in this medium, it isn't just superheroes that wear capes. Plenty of different types of characters have them. Some are solely there for fashion reasons, while others have practical uses. Taking both of those things into consideration, these are the greatest capes in gaming.
7 Ezio's Cape - Assassin's Creed Series
Each protagonist in the Assassin's Creed series has their own signature outfit. Ezio's favored Assassin robes usually come with a cape. It isn't a huge cape that covers his entire back. Instead, it's a short and slick one that covers his shoulder.
The cape certainly looks good, especially the pure white version from Assassin's Creed Brotherhood. But this piece of fabric isn't just fashionable - it's also functional. Ezio uses it to cover up his weapons and the Assassin insignia on his bracer. This allows him to remain incognito while roaming the streets.
6 Doctor Strange's Cape (Aka The Cloak Of Levitation) - Marvel's Midnight Suns
When you see Doctor Strange in a video game or movie, he's usually wearing his signature Cloak Of Levitation. As the name suggests, it's technically a cloak. However, in Marvel's Midnight Suns, it's referred to as Doctor Strange's Cape, so it counts as one. And what a cape it is, as Doctor Strange wouldn't be as effective without it.
After all, the cloak allows the hero to levitate, which he does a lot when unleashing different spells and attacks in combat. Plus, the thing simply looks stunning with the default bright red base and gold trim. Because of its beauty, it's displayed in a glass case in-between missions, meaning everyone gets a chance to see it.
5 Alucard's Cape - Castlevania Series
Alucard is one of the most prominent characters in the Castlevania series. One important thing to know about him is that he's the half-breed son of Dracula. In fact, his name is Dracula spelled backward. His unique parentage means he has a slew of special abilities.
For instance, he can unleash balls of fire from his cape. All he does is casually open it to let the fireballs fly out. That alone makes this a fantastic cape. Equally important, though, is that the cape also creates a cool visual when it's flapping in the wind as he jumps around.
4 The Dimensional Cape - Kirby Series And Smash Bros. Series
Not only is Meta Knight among the most famous characters in the Kirby series, but he's also one of the best sword fighters in Smash Bros. So, he's a star in two different series. His cape isn't the sole reason for his popularity, but it doesn't hurt.
The Dimensional Cape, as Smash Bros. calls it, isn't just an ordinary piece of cloth. With it, Meta Knight is able to do some special things like teleport short distances and go invisible. In a few games, the cape can even transform into bat-like wings that Meta Knight uses to fly around.
3 Rendain's Cape - Battleborn
Rendain is a villain from the hero shooter known as Battleborn. The game may have shut down, but the villain's cape will live long in the memory. This is because it's one of the more unusual capes in gaming history.
It isn't made of fabric, nor does it blow in the wind. Instead, it's made of several bits of metal that are joined together. It's perhaps the most futuristic cape of all time and is visually striking. It would probably look odd on the average person, but it fits Rendain's whole metallic aesthetic.
2 Mario's Cape - Super Mario World Series
Mario has had many different power-ups over the years, from giant mushrooms to fire flowers. One of the most memorable comes from the Super Mario World games. It's, of course, the cape. When Mario picks up a specific feather, a yellow cape appears on his back. The plumber isn't just making a fashion statement, though.
The piece of cloth actually gives him some impressive abilities. The most obvious bonus is that it allows him to fly over obstacles. But the cape also gives him the ability to glide and unleash an improved spin attack. So, it's a nice power-up to collect.
1 Batman's Cape - Batman: Arkham Series
In the superhero world, capes are traditionally associated with flying heroes. Yet, the most famous non-flyer, Batman, has regularly donned one. And as this is the Dark Knight, it isn't just a style choice. Everything he carries and wears has a purpose.
In the Batman: Arkham games, he uses his giant cape to glide through the air. It's clearly perfectly designed for air travel, as Batman can glide across entire cities if he has the right momentum. However, the cape isn't just useful for travel. The hero also uses it for combat on occasion. With the right force, Bats can stun enemies with the thing, leaving them open to further attacks.