The 'Artifact' meme category encompasses a variety of jokes centered around the discovery of 'ancient' or 'cursed' objects. Often used to highlight the rapid passage of time, these memes frequently feature Gen Z or Gen Alpha individuals reacting to 90s or 2000s technology—like floppy disks, MP3 players, or wired controllers—as if they were archaeological finds from a lost civilization. The humor stems from the dramatic exaggeration of how quickly modern society moves, turning yesterday's household items into museum pieces. It is a staple for nostalgic social media accounts and tech enthusiasts who enjoy ironic commentary on the evolution of hardware.