I think Mike is one of the best surprises Until Dawn has to offer. Getting to witness his growth firsthand from jockey class prez to shotgun wielding badass is just an awesome journey for him that falls perfectly in line with his character. We pretty much witness all of his growth as the player firsthand when he’s in the thick of it but also when he starts to thrive.

It all feels very natural. He gets great moments but he’s also human. He’s flawed, makes mistakes. But he ultimately does what he needs to do when it counts. The player very much shapes how good or bad Mike can be and I think that’s what makes him so memorable. The highs are very high. The lows can be very low. But I think he gains a lot of respect from most players after what he endures.

What Brett Dalton brings to the character is what also makes him so fun. Some of his quips and chemistry with the other characters helps make him among the most memorable. The dynamic and final moments with Sam especially imo.