The 'Zombies in China' meme stems from a viral internet hoax that gained traction in late 2022, primarily on platforms like TikTok and Twitter. Users began sharing fake news clips and low-quality videos claiming that a biological incident in China had resulted in a zombie-like outbreak. While entirely fabricated, the trend played on the post-pandemic anxieties of the world, with many creators using the theme to mock gullible internet users or to add another 'apocalypse' to the year's bingo card. It is typically used with breaking news overlays or frantic reaction videos, highlighting the absurdity of how quickly misinformation can spread in the digital age.