The Halo TV series memes primarily revolve around the polarizing adaptation of the legendary video game franchise on Paramount+. Fans of the original games were quick to poke fun at the series' creative choices, most notably Master Chief (John-117) frequently removing his helmet and the introduction of plot points that diverged heavily from the source material. The 'Master Cheeks' nickname became a viral sensation after a controversial scene, symbolizing the show's departure from the silent, armored protagonist fans knew. These memes are widely used to contrast 'Game Lore' vs. 'TV Show Logic' or to express humor regarding the challenges of live-action adaptations of beloved gaming IPs.