For many of us here at Destructoid, our love of video games is followed very closely by our love for Christian Bale. Today is his 35th birthday, so let us send some warm birthday wishes his way!

While Bale has only lent his talents to one video game thus far, 2005's Batman Begins, we can still daydream about amazing collaborations between him and the game world, right? What are some titles or franchises that would make a perfect fit for Bale?

What's encouraging to me is that he's open to doing voice acting, proven by his starring role as Howl in Miyazaki's Howl's Moving Castle. I'd love for him to voice the lead in a JRPG, given the emotional depth and complex storylines those games have to offer, it would be the best fit for his abilities.

Also worth mentioning was the rumors and announcements possibly connecting Bale to a Metal Gear Solid film adaptation, in the role of Snake. Does anyone have updates on that particular project?