60+ McCree Quotes For All The Overwatch Fans

Georgia Stone
Dec 12, 2023 By Georgia Stone
Originally Published on Feb 16, 2021
Jesse McCree is a cowboy outlaw in Overwatch.
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Jesse McCree is a fictional playable character in the Overwatch video games.

McCree is an American cowboy who used to be a gang member. McCree has some incredibly witty and charming quotes in the Overwatch series which sound even better in his southern cowboy accent.

We've compiled a list of the best quotes and voice lines from McCree in this article. If you want to read more quotes from Overwatch characters then have a look at our collection of Tracer quotes and Torbjorn quotes.

Best McCree Quotes

Quotes such as repetition is the path and hatred is not strategy are legendary Zenyatta quotes.

Here are the best Jesse McCree quotes from Overwatch.

1. "I've got unfinished business."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

2. "McCree reporting."

- McCree, Blackwatch skin, 'Overwatch'.

3. "Huh ho, excuse me."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

4. "Think any of these taps still work? I'm feelin' an almighty thirst."

- McCree, Eichenwalde Map, 'Overwatch'.

5. "Like sittin' ducks."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

6. "Yeah, I wouldn't drink the coffee. Always tasted like boiled dirt."

- McCree, Route 66 Map, 'Overwatch'.

7. "You know what time it is."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

8. "Draw! (when firing)"

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

9. "Back in the saddle again."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

10. "Someone call the undertaker."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

11. "Well, it's high noon somewhere in the world."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

12. "Like shootin' fish in a barrel."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

13. "Thanks, put it on my tab."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

14. "Yeah...whip 'em! take 'em down! Uh uh uh and that is how the cowboy does it. Yeah."

- McCree, Busan Map, 'Overwatch'.

15. "Thought I saw a ghost."

- McCree, Final blow vs Soldier 76, 'Overwatch'.

16. "Back into the mix."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

17. "Ah, ain't it flattering to be remembered. (referring to dart boards with his mugshot)"

- McCree, Route 66 Map, 'Overwatch'.

18. "It's high noon. (self and hostile)"

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

19. "Had the strangest dream about this place. There was a witch and a monster and... crazy, right?"

- McCree, Eichenwalde Map, 'Overwatch'.

20. "This life's never uneventful."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

21. "Someone had to do it. Seems fitting it'd be me."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

22. "Might be on tilt. Might be, I don't care."

- McCree, Gambler or Riverboat skin, 'Overwatch'.

23. "Don't like shooting a lady. But for you, I'll make an exception."

- McCree, Final blow vs Soldier 76, 'Overwatch'.

24. "Step right up."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

25. "Doesn't feel right comin' back here."

- McCree, Route 66 Map, 'Overwatch'.

26. "Not time to fold'em yet."

- McCree, Gambler or Riverboat skin, 'Overwatch'.

27. "Looking downright festive in these part."

- McCree, Winter Wonderland event, 'Overwatch'.

28. "I feel like a man possessed."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

29. "Justice ain't gonna dispense itself."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

McCree Voice Lines

Here are the voice lines available for McCree. Some of these voice lines are exclusive for events. Check out these ultimate McCree quotes.

30. "I tried being reasonable, didn't take to it."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

31. "I've got a bullet with your name on it."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

32. "I'm the quick. You're the dead."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

33. "I don't much like losin'."

- McCree, Summer Games 2016  event, 'Overwatch'.

34. "This calls for a celebration."

- McCree, Lunar New Year 2017  event, 'Overwatch'.

35. "I'm not good. Not bad. But I sure as hell ain't ugly."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

36. "I hear ya, pumpkin."

- McCree, Halloween Terror 2017  event, 'Overwatch'.

37. "Reach for the sky."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

38. "Wanted: Dead or alive."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

39. "Guess we'll do this the old fashioned way."

- McCree, Overwatch Archives 2017  event, 'Overwatch'.

40. "You seem familiar. Ain't I killed you before?"

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

41. "You've been snowed in."

- McCree, Winter Wonderland 2017  event, 'Overwatch'.

42. "Happens to the best of us."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

43. "Someone had to break the ice."

- McCree, Winter Wonderland 2016  event, 'Overwatch'.

44. "Watch and learn."

- McCree, 'Overwatch'.

McCree Character Interactions

Here are the best McCree quotes from his interactions with other characters. A McCree line or two from this list will make you chuckle.

45. "Blackwatch Pilot: I’ve got some company on the way in. I’m gonna try to shake ‘em but it might take a little while.

Reyes: No problem. We’re used to waiting around.

McCree: And gettin’ shot at."

- Overwatch Retribution Event, 'Overwatch'.

46. "McCree: So, what do we do now, boss?

Reyes: We get outta this room, then head through the city to the extraction point. After that, we sit tight and hope someone comes to pick us up.

McCree: Quite a plan B. Not sure why I was even worried."

- Overwatch Retribution Event, 'Overwatch'.

47. "Pharah: McCree, where did you learn to shoot like that? Was it Jack, Gabriel?

McCree: Always was a good shot, but I got a few pointers from the best. That'd be your mother."

- 'Overwatch'.

48. "Moira: Our courageous cowboy. The years haven't changed you much, have they, Jesse?

McCree: They certainly haven't changed my feelings about working with you."

- 'Overwatch'.

49. "Mercy: You know, smoking's bad for your health.

McCree: Well, I have faith you can get me patched back up, doc."

- 'Overwatch'.

50. "McCree: Did you even consider what was going to happen before you pulled the trigger?

Reyes: I made a decision. I’ll deal with the consequences.

McCree: Oh, like gettin’ the four of us killed?

Reyes: That’s not going to happen."

- Overwatch Retribution Event, 'Overwatch'.

51. "McCree: D.Va, just tell me one thing: Where'd you learn to shoot like that?

D.Va: 16-bit Hero!"

- 'Overwatch'.

52. "McCree: You know, that sake's not half bad but... I prefer a little bite to my liquor.

Hanzo: How predictable! Such unsophisticated taste."

- 'Overwatch'.

53. "McCree: Genji, how'd you ever get used to... You know... It was hard enough for me and it was just the one arm.

Genji: It was a long and difficult road, but now, I feel at ease in my own body."

- 'Overwatch'.

54. "McCree: Believe me, I-I'd get wanting to wear the armor and all, but following the old man around must be nothing but trouble.

Brigitte: I don't see it that way... To me, it's an honor."

- 'Overwatch'.

55. "Reyes: We need to get out of here before the whole base is on top of us.

McCree: Almost like someone woke ‘em up...  Why’d you kill Antonio? He make you angry? That all it takes?

Reyes: He thought he was untouchable. He was mistaken."

- Overwatch Retribution Event, 'Overwatch'.

56. "Genji: (on Route 66) Why have you come back to this place McCree?

McCree: The only thing it ever is... Unfinished business, and unhappy history."

- 'Overwatch'.

57. "Doomfist: You know, McCree, the winning side would pay much better. Maybe, buy yourself some real clothes?

McCree: My clothes!? Have you seen some of the things Talon wears?"

- 'Overwatch'.

58. "Reyes: What’s keeping our ride? We can’t wait forever!

McCree: Something tells me the army of bad guys convergin’ on our position isn’t helpin’.

Moira: McCree’s instincts are, as ever, unimpeachable."

- Overwatch Retribution Event, 'Overwatch'.

59. "McCree: I bet you're a big fan of those old fashioned cowboy movies, aren't ya?

Soldier 76: I thought I was, until I met you."

- 'Overwatch'.

60. "Mei: Hey, McCree, do you know what time it is?

McCree: Well, I'd say it's about... now I see what you're doing there!"

- 'Overwatch'.

61. "Genji: Why are you so concerned about one death, McCree? It’s not the first time we’ve had to kill.

McCree: This was an execution."

- Overwatch Retribution Event, 'Overwatch'.

62. "Ashe: Brave of you to show your face around here, Jesse.

McCree: Well, I know how much you missed me. Still have a picture of me at the hide-out, I hear.

Ashe: On the dartboard.

McCree: Bet you look at it every day. Flattering, really."

- 'Overwatch'.

63. "McCree: You weren't given those guns to toss 'em around like trash.

Reaper: I don't take lessons from you."

- 'Overwatch'.

64. "Genji: Patience is not my strong suit.

Moira: I suspect we’ll find something to occupy your time.

McCree: If you want something done right... Good thing we’re not in any hurry."

- Overwatch Retribution Event, 'Overwatch'.

Here at Kidadl, we have carefully created lots of interesting family-friendly quotes for everyone to enjoy! If you liked our suggestions for McCree quotes then why not take a look at Sombra quotes, or Hanzo quotes.

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Written by Georgia Stone

Bachelor of Arts specializing in French with Film Studies, Bachelor of Arts (Year Abroad) specializing in Literature, History, Language, Media, and Art

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Georgia StoneBachelor of Arts specializing in French with Film Studies, Bachelor of Arts (Year Abroad) specializing in Literature, History, Language, Media, and Art

Georgia is an experienced Content Manager with a degree in French and Film Studies from King's College London and Bachelors degree from Université Paris-Sorbonne. Her passion for exploring the world and experiencing different cultures was sparked during her childhood in Switzerland and her year abroad in Paris. In her spare time, Georgia enjoys using London's excellent travel connections to explore further afield.

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