Press Y to Shame Meme Template

About this meme

This meme originates from the 2017 video game Middle-earth: Shadow of War. In the game, the player has the option to "Shame" defeated Orc captains, a mechanic used to lower their level or break their will. The prompt appearing on-screen with the "Y" button (on Xbox controllers) alongside the word "Shame" became a viral screenshot for expressing total, deadpan disappointment.

Celebrimbor (Foreground): A glowing, blue-white spectral wraith representing The Disappointed Parent, The Tired Content Creator, or The Judgmental Friend.
The (Y) Icon: Representing The Final Decision or the moment someone chooses to call out a bad take.
The "Shame" Text: Representing The Verdict, The Feedback, or the single-word reaction to a cringey post.
The Black Background: Represents the void of excuses or the isolation of the person being judged.

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Created March 28, 2026

Last updated September 10, 2026

Also known as

Ghostly Judgment Middle-earth Disapproval Press Y to Disappoint Middle-earth Shadow of War shame prompt ghost judging you meme