The 'SQUID GAMES❗❗' meme, often characterized by its aggressive capitalization and double red exclamation marks, stems from the massive global success of the 2021 Netflix series. While the show itself is a dark survival drama, the meme evolved into a form of shitposting and ironic hype. It frequently mocks the sensationalist nature of YouTube clickbait thumbnails and early 2020s internet culture where every trend was amplified to the extreme. Users often pair the text with distorted images, characters staring intensely, or unrelated dramatic scenes to create a sense of chaotic humor, turning a serious social commentary into a recurring punchline for anything remotely intense, competitive, or over-the-top.