The 22 Most Famous Video Game Quotes Of All Time (2023)

Throughout history, there has been a litany of video games that'll never be forgotten. A lot of the time, they're memorable because of their stellar gameplay. Occasionally, though, it's their writing and dialogue that live long in the memory. While you probably don't remember entire scripts, certain quotes become timeless. Sometimes they are relatable and wise, while in other instances, the words are a bit humorous.

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There are so many classic lines to choose from, but some are more famous than others. Players who have been obsessed with video games from the beginning of time understand the profound impact some quotes have had on their life.

Updated November 14, 2022 By Ben Jessey: Whether spoken or written, video games have included dialogue for plenty of years now. And these days, it's an integral part of many games. For example, the likes of Red Dead Redemption 2 and The Last Of Us rely on well-written dialogue.

However, it isn't always the good writing that's remembered forever, as this list shows. The most famous quotes are often silly or heavily repeated bits of dialogue that stick in the memory forever. We've now added a few more of them to this piece.

22 "Get Over Here" - Scorpion (Mortal Kombat Series)

Mortal Kombat has been around since the early '90s. And throughout all that time, Scorpion has been one of its most recognizable characters. In fact, he's among the famous gaming characters in general.

He's been more talkative in recent games due to the extra focus put on the game's stories. But the line he's most known for is "Get Over Here." He commonly uses the phrase when dragging people towards him with his Kunai. And he's been doing it since the original game. The fame and longevity of the Mortal Kombat series have made the quote famous.

21 “Would You Kindly…” - Various (Bioshock)

The original Bioshock is a beloved FPS game for several reasons. For instance, fans love the atmosphere, visuals, and main story. Part of the reason the story is so great is because of the late twist where you find out that your guide is actually the villain Frank Fontaine.

Not only does he lie throughout the game, but he also subtly controls the protagonist with the phrase "Would You Kindly." He does this by continually saying the line and turning it into a hypnotic trigger. It's so important to the story and said so often that it's impossible to forget.

20 “Niko, It’s Roman! Let’s Go Bowling!” - Roman Bellic (Grand Theft Auto 4)

While playing Grand Theft Auto 4, your allies will occasionally call you up and ask to hang out. Niko's cousin Roman seems to do it more often than most other characters. And the activity he usually wants to partake in is bowling.

So much so that his insistence to hit the lanes became a meme shortly after the game's release. The constant jokes about his love of bowling have made the verbage of his invitation famous. People who haven't even played the game know it.

The Metal Gear Solid series is known for providing excellent stealth gameplay and compelling narratives. It's also a series known for being over-the-top. One of the most famous examples of the series' outrageousness occurs when Solid Snake dies in a few of the games.

As the Game Over screen loads in, one of the hero's allies reacts to their friend's demise by repeating his name and even shouting it at the end. It's a pretty silly and hilarious line that nobody is likely to forget.

18 "Requiescat In Pace" - Ezio Auditore (Assassin's Creed Series)

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The Assassins in the Assassin's Creed series aren't just cold-blooded murderers. They do show empathy and respect to those they kill - or, at least, they're supposed to do so. In service of that, when Ezio Auditore kills someone important, he delivers the line "requiescat in pace," which is Italian for 'rest in peace.'

As he's the protagonist for three entries in the series, he ends up saying the line a lot. As such, it has become a very memorable quote in the gaming realm.

17 “I Used To Be An Adventurer Like You. Then I Took An Arrow To The Knee.” - Various Guards (Skyrim)

To make an open-world game feel more alive, developers give dialog to unimportant NPCs. However, in large games, it's hard to provide every one of them with unique lines. As such, some quotes are often repeated on many occasions by different people.

This is the case for the iconic "I used to be an adventurer like you..." line from Skyrim. Many guards in the game deliver this bit of dialog. So much so that it has since become a meme in the gaming world, which has helped it become one of the most famous quotes ever.

16 “You Were Almost A Jill Sandwich!” - Barry Burton (Resident Evil)

The original Resident Evil game is memorable for many reasons, as it was a landmark game in the survival horror genre. Yet, as much as people praise its atmosphere and puzzles, the title is perhaps best remembered for its infamous dialogue.

The game has some of the worst writing and voice acting in video game history. So much so that several of the title's lines have become iconic, including the classic "Jill Sandwich" remark. Barry Burton delivered this very odd piece of dialogue right after saving Jill from being crushed to death. And it has since been referenced time and again.

15 “Did I Ever Tell You The Definition Of Insanity?” - Vaas (Far Cry 3)

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The Far Cry games tend to provide colorful and charismatic antagonists. This all began in the third game with Vaas. Every scene with the unhinged villain is compelling, and he is the most memorable part of the FPS.

Throughout the game, he delivers several captivating monologues. While they all include some great lines, his question about whether he's told you the definition of insanity is the one that people usually remember. He says the line a few times, and it's always chilling.

14 “War… War Never Changes” - Narrator (Fallout Series)

Fallout remains one of the most beloved RPG series of all time. It's understandable as there have been several great instalments, and each one is different from the rest. One thing they all have in common, though, is they begin with an introduction scene that explains what has happened to the world.

The video is different each time and is tailored to its respective game. However, a constant in each of them are the words "War... War Never Changes." Therefore, the line has grown in fame alongside the series itself.

In the Metal Gear series, Solid Snake and his father, Big Boss (a.k.a Naked Snake), have plenty in common. One of those things is a signature line. During the series, both characters continually ask people if they've kept them waiting.

While they usually query other characters about it, Metal Gear's frequent breaking down of the fourth wall means they're likely talking to you, too. After all, several years usually passed between MGS titles, so fans were regularly kept waiting for the next release.

12 “Thank You Mario! But Our Princess Is In Another Castle!” - Toad (Super Mario Bros.)

Mario has featured in many impressive games over the years. His first appearance, outside of the Donkey Kong titles, was Super Mario Bros.

In it, he goes on an adventure to rescue Princess Peach. However, it takes some time as he can't locate her. He enters enemy fortresses and makes his way to the heart of them only to find Toad, who delivers the now iconic line about the Princess being in another castle. That exact situation happens so often in the game that Toad's words got stuck in many fans' minds.

11 “All We Had To Do, Was Follow The Damn Train, CJ!” - Big Smoke (Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas)

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GTA: San Andreas provides many memorable missions. Yet, the one named Wrong Side Of The Tracks is remembered for the wrong reasons. Partway through the mission, you and Big Smoke attempt to chase down a train with several Vargos men on top of it.

It can be a bit tricky as it's easy for you to fall behind the locomotive. If you do just that, Big Smoke verbally laments the failure. He says the same exact line every time you mess up. As a result, the piece of dialogue has become infamous.

10 "You Died" - Dark Souls

Developer FromSoftware has received tremendous praise for Dark Souls and its incredibly relentless and brutal gameplay. No matter how skilled you are at the game, there's without a doubt that at several points, you'll see the giant red letters flash on your screen: You Died.

After all, trying to survive the brutal and unforgiving nature of Dark Souls is a unique experience in video games that require the hardest will to complete. The overall success of Dark Souls and its extremely hard difficulty birthed a new subgenre in games.

9 "The Right Man In The Wrong Place Can Make All The Difference In The World. So Wake Up Mr. Freeman, Wake Up And Smell The Ashes." - G-Man (Half-Life 2)

Half-Life 2 starts ominously as G-Man's face appears on the screen as he talks directly to Gordan Freeman while staring into your eyes. The quote in question is one of the lines he delivers during the tone-setting scene.

It doesn't provide a wealth of information, but it does signify how important Freeman is in this universe. Meanwhile, the line also helps establish how mysterious and unsettling G-Man can be, particularly for those that haven't played the original title.

8 "I Survived Because The Fire Inside Me Burned Brighter Than The Fire Around Me." - Joshua Graham (Fallout: New Vegas)

Joshua Graham says this line during Honest Hearts in Fallout: New Vegas and this character is more popular than some unique weapons. He was thrown into the Grand Canyon after his sentencing to be burned to death, and this is how he explained why he survived.

Fallout: New Vegas is described by many to be the pinnacle of the series, and it's quotes like this that push the game to new boundaries. It is powerful and wise, which is why so many players connected with it and how it came to be a motivational saying on t-shirts and necklaces.

7 "Hey! Listen!" - Navi (The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time)

Nintendo has developed some of the greatest games of all time, including many that star our hero from Hyrule. Arguably the best game in The Legend of Zelda series, Ocarina of Time was a generation-defying experience on the Nintendo 64 that many still hold in high esteem today.

One of the biggest additions Ocarina of Time made to the series was the introduction of the fairy, Navi. Before leaving the Kokiri Forest, the Great Deku Tree summons Navi to accompany Link and aid him during his journey in stopping Ganondorf from taking over Hyrule. Throughout the game, Navi tries to grab Link's attention toward valuable items or important areas to solve puzzles and progress forward. Without Navi, it's hard to say whether Link would've been able to save Hyrule.

6 "I Don't Need A Weapon; My Friends Are My Power!" - Sora (Kingdom Hearts)

When Disney and Square Enix came up with the bright idea of combining classic Disney and Final Fantasy characters together in one glorious ensemble, a lot of people started wondering what was in the water over there? But somehow, Kingdom Hearts was born from this ambitious venture, and it continued into a massive series.

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With most Disney or Final Fantasy encounters, there might be a few cringy interactions. Some might think Sora's undying love and loyalty to his friends is cringy, but it actually shows what an amazing protagonist he is. Sora doesn't care about glory or riches; all he cares about is rescuing his friends and returning home. That's why when he transformed into a Heartless, his love for his friends was enough to restore himself and defeat the Heartless.

5 "No, You Know About Loss. Sacrifice Is A Choice You Make. Loss Is A Choice Made For You." - Conrad Roth (Tomb Raider)

Lara Croft and Conrad Roth had a conversation in Tomb Raider that gave players a new perspective on the idea of sacrifice and loss. There are not many instances where a game will make you reconsider your worldview, and this is one of them.

Throughout video game history, Croft has always dealt with loss in some way, shape, or form. Whether it's discovering new secrets about her family or trying to stop evil corporations and men from destroying the world, Croft is, unfortunately, a bonafide expert when it comes to dealing with sacrifice and loss.

4 "Stand Amongst The Ashes Of A Trillion Dead Souls And Ask The Ghosts If Honor Matters. The Silence Is Your Answer." - Javik (Mass Effect 3)

There is a lot of discussion over this quote which Javik in Mass Effect 3 said as players debate its exact meaning. Some say the fight for honor shouldn't have been more important than the survival of a race, while others say that honor should come before anything else.

This debate has kept this game, and the quote, alive which is why it is one of the most famous video game quotes of all time. There are so many lines from this game to choose from, but this rose to the top because of its significant wisdom. The unfortunate part of this quote is for people who experienced Mass Effect 3 when it first launched in 2012 might've missed it, as Javik was part of added content post-launch. Luckily, the Mass Effect Legendary Edition contains Javik so it's highly recommended you add him to the Normandy crew.

3 “Finish Him!” - Announcer (Mortal Kombat)

Mortal Kombat has been around for ages, and the rumbling voice of the announcer is something players will remember. You might even hear someone say this during an argument or at the end of a fight, as they throw it back to the time this game was the best there ever was.

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The fact that it is still being uttered to this day shows the impact that it had on players as they will always reminisce about the command that this announcer gave to them. Hearing the announcer bellow this phrase is typically met with relief for finally defeating your opponent, but sometimes, also anxiety to perform a devastating finishing fatality.