Crab Champions originates from the high-octane roguelike shooter developed by Noisestorm, the artist behind the viral 'Crab Rave' music video. The meme culture surrounding the game blends the infectious energy of dancing tropical crabs with the absurdity of tactical weapon gameplay. It gained massive traction as players shared clips of their crabs performing victory dances after chaotic gunfights. Typically used to represent unexpected dominance or 'vibing' through difficult situations, the meme captures a unique aesthetic of bright, tropical environments paired with intense action. It serves as a spiritual successor to the original Crab Rave, evolving from a simple dance into a symbol of frantic, armed crustacean glory.