The Jumpscare Parody, often formatted as 'X Jumpscare,' is a comedic subversion of the horror trope where a sudden image or sound is intended to frighten the viewer. Originating from horror games like Five Nights at Freddy's and internet screamers from the early 2000s, this meme format gained massive traction on platforms like TikTok and Twitter. Instead of genuine horror, creators use characters, cute animals, or mundane objects paired with loud, distorted audio to mock the predictability of jumpscares. It effectively functions as a 'bait-and-switch' or a meta-commentary on horror cliches, allowing users to turn any image into a high-energy, chaotic gag.