PogU is a popular Twitch emote and meme that features a front-facing view of Ryan 'Gootecks' Gutierrez, the same face behind the legendary PogChamp emote. It was originally added to the FrankerFaceZ extension in 2018 as a way to express extreme excitement, shock, or 'hype' during live streams. Unlike the original PogChamp, which shows Gutierrez from a side profile, PogU stares directly at the viewer, intensifying the expression of disbelief. It is widely used in gaming communities to react to incredible plays, unexpected plot twists, or whenever a streamer achieves something monumental. Over time, it has become a staple of internet culture, symbolizing the peak of digital enthusiasm.