Palworld took the internet by storm in early 2024, quickly earning the nickname 'Pokémon with guns' due to its mix of creature collection and survival-crafting combat. The memes surrounding the game typically highlight the dark humor of its mechanics, such as putting cute creatures like Lamball to work in high-speed ammunition factories or the existential dread seen in the fan-favorite Pal, Depresso. Beyond the gameplay, the meme culture also focuses on the game's massive player count and its legal discourse with Nintendo. These templates are widely used to satirize the monster-taming genre and celebrate the chaotic freedom found within the Palpagos Islands.