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The Memes tag refers to a genre or theme in video games that incorporates popular internet memes or references to internet culture. These games often incorporate humorous and tongue-in-cheek elements, drawing inspiration from viral images, videos, catchphrases, and inside jokes that have gained popularity on the internet.

Meme-based games typically embrace a lighthearted and comedic tone, aiming to entertain players by capitalizing on the familiarity and recognition of popular memes. They may parody well-known characters, events, or concepts from pop culture or gaming itself.

Games with the "Memes" tag can come in various forms:

• Meme-based Gameplay Some games center their mechanics around specific memes. For example, there are platformers where players control characters resembling popular meme figures like "Nyan Cat" or "Doge." These games often feature humorous situations related to the meme they are based on.
• Referential Humor Other games incorporate references to memes as part of their humor. Whether it's dialogues, character interactions, item names, or Easter eggs hidden throughout the game world, these elements create connections between players familiar with specific memes and elicit laughter.

Examples of video games that fall under this category include:

• Meme Run A side-scrolling endless runner game for the Wii U's eShop that incorporated various internet memes as obstacles and power-ups. The game was pulled from Nintendo's platform due to a DMCA takedown notice over the unlicensed use of trollface as its main character. However, its creator released a sequel on Steam titled Meme Run 2.
• Goat Simulator This game allows players to control a goat who is free to roam in an open-world environment causing mayhem and performing amusing stunts. Goat Simulator embraces humor and incorporates several nods towards popular internet trends.
• Untitled Goose Game This game gained significant attention for its mischievous goose protagonist causing havoc in a peaceful village setting. Memes showcasing funny moments captured within this game became viral themselves.

Meme games can offer an enjoyable and light-hearted experience for players who appreciate internet culture, familiar references, and a good dose of humor in their gaming adventures.

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