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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “You Hear About Video Games?” is a rare card of the Memes World series 74, number 22043 of the collection, and the 11th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “You Hear About Video Games?” meme mean?
The image expresses contained anger and weariness towards misinformation. It is used to mock those who take unverified gossip seriously or overanalyze insignificant details. The character embodies the victim of useless chatter, showing that some conversations deserve mocking silence rather than a serious response.
Where does the “You Hear About Video Games?” meme come from?
The visual source is a strip titled 'Misinformationalized' from the webcomic Ctrl+Alt+Del, created by Tim Buckley. This image was published on November 19, 2010, on the official website of the series. It depicts Ethan, owner of a video game store named GameHaven, confronting a customer who presents unconfirmed rumors about games in development. Ethan's reaction, characterized by frustration and disapproval, went viral long after its initial release. A modified two-panel version appears for the first time archived on January 16, 2012, on the British forum Overclockers. Although an early appearance on 4chan is often cited as a hypothesis, no direct evidence confirms this specific origin. The format then spread through montages where Ethan seems to judge various out-of-context subjects.
- November 19, 2010Publication of the original strip 'Misinformationalized' on the Ctrl+Alt+Del website.
- January 16, 2012First archived appearance of the modified two-panel version on the Overclockers forum.
How to use the “You Hear About Video Games?” meme
- Use the image to reply to someone sharing unverified information without citing a reliable source.
- Add the meme under an excessive comment to highlight the pedantic nature or overanalysis of a banal situation.
- Employ the panel to express your own annoyance at absurd rumors circulating in your social circles.
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The “You Hear About Video Games?” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22043 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 74 |
| Fame | 75/100 · #11 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “You Hear About Video Games?” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; You Hear About Video Games? comes out of the Memes World series 74 as a rare 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 10 MemeCoins.
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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 you hear about video games meme?
It is an image from the webcomic Ctrl+Alt+Del showing the character Ethan reacting with exasperation to rumors about video games. It has become a template to criticize misinformation and overanalysis.
Who is ethan ctrl alt del?
Ethan is the protagonist and owner of the GameHaven store in the Ctrl+Alt+Del series created by Tim Buckley. He is known for his humorous interactions with his customers and friends.
Where does the misinformationalized meme come from?
The meme comes from the strip 'Misinformationalized' published on November 19, 2010, by Tim Buckley. The image gained popularity through remixes on forums and social media.
Is this meme true or false?
The image itself is true as it comes from a real comic. However, the context used in memes is fictional and serves to illustrate a specific emotional reaction, not a real event.
How do I get the You Hear About Video Games? meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “You Hear About Video Games?” is a rare card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the You Hear About Video Games? card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Misinformationalized / You Hear About Video Games? · Misinformationalized / You Hear About Video Games? · Gaming · checked on October 16, 2026.
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