The 'BioShock Infinite 3D Porn Breakthroughs' meme stems from a fascinatng intersection of gaming history and digital subcultures. Following the 2013 release of BioShock Infinite, the character model for Elizabeth became the primary subject for artists using Source Filmmaker (SFM), leading to unprecedented technical advancements in amateur 3D animation, lighting, and facial rigging. This phenomenon is often cited ironically or with genuine awe as the moment that 'perfected' 3D rendering in the adult space, which then bled into the wider animation community. In meme culture, it is used to highlight the surprising, often NSFW origins of technological innovation or to mock how certain characters are remembered more for their digital models than their actual gameplay roles.