The 'PROTIP' meme originates from a satirical edit of GamePro magazine, famously featuring a screenshot of Doom with the advice: 'PROTIP: To defeat the Cyberdemon, shoot at it until it dies.' This circular and overly obvious logic became a staple of internet culture, used to mock people stating the obvious or to offer genuinely useful advice in a nostalgic format. Over the years, it evolved from its gaming roots to cover everything from programming tips to life hacks, characterized by its bold, direct tone and often deadpan delivery.