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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Lying Down Game” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20972 of the collection, and the 170th best-known meme of its 243 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Lying Down Game” meme mean?
This meme expresses absurd humor and light provocation. It turns a static posture into a ridiculous performative act. Participants seek to surprise by their total immobility in unexpected contexts, creating a comedic contrast between the rigor of the gesture and the futility of the action.
Where does the “Lying Down Game” meme come from?
Initiated by Britons Gary Clarkson and Christian Langdon around 2000 in Somerset, this game emerged before its massive spread. A Facebook group created by Daniel Hoppin in 2007 served as an initial catalyst. The phenomenon went viral in June 2009 on that platform. BenLoka's explanatory video on August 27, 2009, amplified global participation. The term 'planking' subsequently became the common international internet vocabulary.
- 2000Gary Clarkson and Christian Langdon begin practicing this activity in Somerset.
- 2007Creation of the Facebook group by Daniel Hoppin gathering early participants.
- June 2009Explosion of popularity on Facebook before its worldwide rise.
How to use the “Lying Down Game” meme
- Lie face down on a busy sidewalk to dare passersby to remain impassive.
- Publish a high-angle photo showing a person motionless amidst a moving crowd.
- Join a visual contest by choosing an unusual architectural or natural setting.
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The “Lying Down Game” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20972 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 76/100 · #170 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Lying Down Game” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Lying Down Game comes out of the Memes World series 70 as an epic card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 20 MemeCoins.
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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Lying Down Game?
It is a game involving lying stiffly face down in public for photography.
Who invented planking?
Britons Gary Clarkson and Christian Langdon are the presumed initiators since 2000.
Why lie on the ground?
The goal is to get the strangest or funniest photo possible without moving.
How do I get the Lying Down Game meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Lying Down Game” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Lying Down Game card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Lying Down Game · Know Your Meme: Lying Down Game · Photo Fads | Know Your Meme · checked on October 11, 2026.
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