Super Mario Odyssey memes gained massive traction following the game's 2017 release on the Nintendo Switch, primarily revolving around the Capture mechanic using Cappy. Fans quickly realized that placing Mario's iconic red hat and mustache on literally anything—from prehistoric dinosaurs and tanks to inanimate objects—created instant comedy. The meme evolved to represent unexpected transformations, total takeovers, or simply the absurdity of Mario's various unlockable outfits like the wedding dress or boxer shorts. Today, it remains a staple in gaming culture for highlighting how one thing can completely assume the identity of another, often used in social commentary or surrealist humor.