The 'Dad 76' meme emerged from the Overwatch community shortly after the game's release in 2016, reinterpreting the gritty, grizzled veteran Soldier: 76 as a stereotypical suburban father. Fans latched onto his protective dialogue and weary voice lines, envisioning him wearing cargo shorts and flip-flops while manning a barbecue. The meme was officially embraced by Blizzard with the 'Grillmaster: 76' legendary skin during the Summer Games event, complete with a tactical spatula and a 'Raise the Steaks' apron. Today, it is used to celebrate the 'tired dad' energy found in gaming and to pair classic fatherly advice with military precision.