The Pikachu and Eevee Haircuts meme originated from the 2018 release of Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! for the Nintendo Switch. In these games, players could customize their partner Pokémon's appearance, leading to the discovery of hilariously awkward hairstyles like blunt bangs and bowl cuts. The internet quickly latched onto these visuals, using them to represent relatable 'bad haircut' experiences or the gap between how someone thinks they look versus reality. The template remains a staple for fans of the franchise, blending nostalgia with universal humor about personal grooming and style choices.