Call of Duty: Iconic Characters and Memorable Quotes
Call of Duty is one of the most popular video game series ever. From its stunning graphics to its captivating storylines and well-written characters, there are plenty of things to love about it. Of course, one of the biggest reasons for its success is the characters. Whether it’s a one-liner or a heartfelt speech, Call of Duty has a lot of memorable quotes that have become famous in the gaming community.
There are plenty of characters to choose from, but we’ve picked out some of the most memorable quotes in the series to highlight the series’ iconic characters and moments.
Memorable Quotes
“You wanna be me when you grow up?”
Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare sees the introduction of Will, the friendly but nervous fellow who bonds with the player character during their military training. After seeing one of his friends get shot, Will jumps in front of the bullet to save his comrade. Though his sacrifice is ultimately in vain, he says this heart-wrenching line as he dies.
“Soap, you’re a stupid bastard, I love you.”
Captain Price’s quote to John “Soap” MacTavish in Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare introduced one of the greatest video game duos, and proved that the two would go through thick and thin, even at the cost of their own lives.
“They don’t know what they’ve done…”
Raul Menendez’s dialogue in Call of Duty: Black Ops II reveals his twisted psyche as he carries out his plan for revenge against the US government. He doesn’t see himself as a villain, but rather as a man seeking justice.
“I did what I had to do…”
General Shepherd’s speech in Modern Warfare 2 explains his reasoning for betraying Task Force 141, and killing its members Ghost and Roach. His speech is chilling and memorable, and it makes his actions all the more tragic.
“Boys…we’re going to do some killing.”
Captain Price’s inspirational speech before the endgame mission in Modern Warfare 2 is chilling, and it’s a moment that many Call of Duty fans will never forget.
“The best I ever was, the best I ever am, the best I ever will be…”
Ghost’s advice to Soap in Modern Warfare 2 pays tribute to the tragic events of the original game, when Soap’s team is brutally murdered by the Russian mafia.
“We’re all Turner now.”
Turner’s motto and death scene in Call of Duty: World War II are some of the most emotionally impactful in the entire series. Though his death comes during one of the game’s most thrilling missions, his sacrifice hits players hard, especially since Turner is such a likeable and well-written character.
“I’m going to kill you, Nikolai…”
Even though it’s a meme now, Turner’s line in the Modern Warfare reboot is still chilling, and it helped make the game’s popularity soar.
“What are these numbers?”
Alex Mason’s question about the numbers in Call of Duty: Black Ops is a key plot point in the game’s deep storyline, and it keeps players hooked throughout the entire game.
“We know where you are, and we know where you will be…”
Vladimir Makarov’s terrifying lines in the MW3 reveal trailer showcase his ruthless mindset and desire for chaos. Though he’s not the main antagonist of the game, he does play a crucial role in the game’s story.
“All Ghillied Up”
The “All Ghillied Up” mission in Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare is one of the series’ most iconic, and it’s chilling quote from MacMillan only adds to its popularity.
“No Russian”
This mission in Modern Warfare 2 remains an iconic part of the CoD series, and its controversial nature hasn’t lessened its impact on fans.
Those are our picks for the most iconic quotes in Call of Duty. What are some of your favorite quotes from the series? Let us know in the comments section below.
