The Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) was the premier event for the video game industry from 1995 until its official cancellation in 2023. Memes surrounding E3 typically focus on the 'Hype Cycle'—the period of intense anticipation followed by either euphoric reveals or crushing disappointments. Iconic E3 meme moments include the 'Giant Enemy Crab,' Reggie Fils-Aimé saying 'My body is ready,' and the legendary Sony 2016 live orchestra. As the event transitioned from a trade-only show to a fan-centric circus before its eventual demise, the memes evolved to satirize the 'cringe' of live stage presentations and the corporate rivalry between console giants. Today, E3 memes serve as a nostalgic reminder of a bygone era of gaming monoculture.