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Behind The Firewall: A Peak Into Chinese Meme Culture
Despite having the most internet users of any country, Chinese meme culture remains largely a mystery to outsiders looking in. In this article, some of China's most notable memes and sites are examined in full.
'The Simpsons' Might Be Dead, But Its Legacy Lives On Through Memes
Despite now being a shadow of its former self, the iconic animated TV sitcom’s legacy lives on through its spectacular and iconic memes.
Here Are Some Meme Platform Alternatives To Turn To If TikTok Gets Banned
If TikTok gets banned in the U.S., approximately 100 million people will suddenly find themselves without an outlet to post their content on. We explore what some of the other options are in the event that this happens.
The Console Wars Are Heating Up, And Gamers Are Breaking Out Their Best Memes
The PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X are on their way. With the upcoming release of a brand-new generation of gaming consoles just around the corner, we’re already starting to see the discussion turn extra spicy.
Deepfakes Are Changing The Way We Meme
Thanks to its widening availability and ease-of-use, deepfake technology has reached the memeverse in full force lately, spawning original formats like Baka Mitai. But what does this mean for the future of memes?
Boys vs. Girls Across Generations: How Zoomers Took Up The Torch And Changed The Subject Of Memes
Previous years have consistently seen a style of memes rooted in the male experience, but as new generations inevitably become the dominant force behind their subject matter, underlying concepts evolve to reflect their worldview.
The Cyberpunk Effect: How CDPR's Long-Awaited Game Has Made Its Mark On Meme Culture
Cyberpunk 2077 is one of the most anticipated AAA titles set to release this year, however, in the seven years between its announcement and release, it has created quite the online presence -- especially in meme culture.
Weekend Wink: Craig And Luigi
The Weekend Wink is a look at the memes that made it big during the weekend, quick as a wink. This weekend, Craig and Luigi were the big winners, so let's see what they are and why they became sensations.
StoryFire: A New Way to Meme
For a new social media platform to succeed in an already crowded landscape, it has to offer a way for users to share and embrace memes. StoryFire goes a step beyond this by offering memers a brand-new way to share story-based memes.
After A Five-Year Absence, Will 'Halo Infinite' Be Able To Carry On The Franchise's Relevancy And Rich Meme Culture?
The return of gaming's most legendary Master Chief acts as a beacon of hope for both the franchise and its legacy of memes. But, whether or not Halo Infinite will live up to those expectations remains to be seen.