The Outer Worlds memes primarily draw inspiration from the game's satirical take on hyper-corporate culture and its distinct retro-futuristic aesthetic. Most notably, the slogan 'It’s not the best choice, it’s Spacer’s Choice!' became a viral catchphrase used to describe situations where someone settles for a mediocre or hilariously bad option. Other popular iterations include dialogue box screenshots where users replace the in-game text with absurd real-world choices. Since its release in 2019 by Obsidian Entertainment, the meme has evolved from a simple gaming reference into a broader commentary on corporate marketing and the illusion of choice.