Growing up and even nowadays, I recall my parents always quoting movies. Without fail, not a day would go by that they would quote something and start giggling away. It is such a widespread phenomenon that Penny Walker of Arizona State University (2018) spoke about it with associate professor of film studies Julia Himberg. Himberg stated that we do this as a shorthand way to explain emotions or to add humor to a situation. As I have gotten older, I have noticed that my spouse and I do the same thing, but with video games. Therefore, I thought it would be interesting to share some video game quotes that I believe are memorable. Many of these will be silly, perhaps even annoying, but I hope some resonate with you and provide some bardic inspiration.
Humorous Video Game Quotes
The beginning of our list here is sharing five funny video game quotes. I did not want to dive off the deep end and get too inspirational. A lot of my go-to snippets come from Borderlands. Therefore, it was hard to limit this portion to just one. “BLOOOOOOOOOD FEUUUUUUUD” makes its way into conversations with my spouse more often than I would care to admit. Finally, I would love to recommend Johnny Medlar’s Arrow in the Knee if you want to listen to something fun.
Portal 2 (2011)
“Great work! Because this message is prerecorded, any observations related to your performance are speculation on our part. Please disregard any undeserved compliments.” – Announcer
Borderlands 3 (2019)
“BUT YOU’RE A MONSTER! BUT IN A F*CKING GOOD WAY! WAOW WAOW NAOW OWW NAOW WAOWW WAOWW WAOWW WAOWWWWW!” – Mister Torgue High-Five Flexington
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (2011)
“I used to be an adventurer like you until I took an arrow to the knee.” – Various Town Guards
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (2011)
“Hey, you, you’re finally awake.” – Ralof
High on Life (2022)
“I’m trying to do a sort of Psycho Mantis thing, but I can’t actually access your play data.” – Nipulon
Annoying Quotes
Here in the middle is where things get a little spicy. I shared some annoying video game quotes to see if anyone else felt the same way as I did. Navi from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is the peak annoyance for many Zelda fans. I get it, “HEY, LISTEN!” can get old. However, I believe there are far worse culprits and have shared them below.
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword (2011)
“Master, your health has severely depleted.” – Fi
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (2011)
“Do you get to the Cloud District very often? Oh, what am I saying of course you don’t.” – Nazeem
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (2017)
“The blood moon rises once again.” – Zelda
Animal Crossing: Wild World (2005)
“… You hate me, don’t you? I mean, you just hate me more than anything, right? More than laundry, traffic jams an’ bad breath all rolled together, right?” – Mr. Resetti
Far Cry 3 (2012)
“Did I ever tell you what the definition of insanity is?” – Vaas
Inspirational Quotes
Finally, we have come to the portion of inspirational video game quotes. This section contains things that will either make you think or give you goosebumps. God of War is full of sayings that made me pause and take a moment to reflect. After all this thinking, take some time to chill and read witchybop’s article on Gourdlets.
God of War (2018)
“Don’t be sorry, be better.” – Kratos
Pokemon Black And White (2010)
“It’s more important to master the cards you’re holding than to complain about the ones your opponent was dealt.” – Grimsley
The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess (2006)
“A sword wields no strength unless the hands that holds it has courage.” – Hero’s Shade
Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days (2009)
“Curiosity is essential to carving your own path through life. Get too curious, though, and it’ll be a short walk.” – Luxord
Herc’s Adventures (1997)
“I’m the best!” – Herc
