Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl memes emerged following the 2021 announcement of the platform fighting game featuring iconic Nicktoons characters. Fans immediately drew comparisons to Nintendo's Super Smash Bros. series, leading to 'Smash Killer' jokes and ironic hype. The memes often feature unexpected character matchups—like Nigel Thornberry vs. CatDog—or parody the dramatic character reveal trailers. It represents a blend of 90s nostalgia and modern gaming culture, capturing the absurdity of seeing beloved cartoon figures engage in high-stakes combat.