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“Noob Tube” meme: meaning, origin and rare card

The Noob Tube refers to the under-barrel grenade launcher in first-person shooters.

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Noob Tube” is a rare card of the Memes World series 74, number 22039 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 “Noob Tube” meme mean?

This term expresses frustration towards an opponent or teammate using a simplistic weapon to win. It highlights the lack of merit in eliminations achieved through the grenade launcher’s wide area of effect rather than precise shooting. It is a mocking reproach aimed at those prioritizing technical ease over skill.

Where does the “Noob Tube” meme come from?

The expression dates back to November 2004 with the release of Halo 2 on Xbox. A user named 67thRaptorBull reportedly used it on the Scenyx Entertainment Community Forums to describe the Fuel Rod Cannon. Sources do not specify the exact thread title or precise date of this first use. The term was later applied in 2005 to the under-barrel launcher in Battlefield 2. It spread widely in 2007 with Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. The M203 was perceived as an easy-to-use weapon producing unearned eliminations.

  1. 2004First documented use by 67thRaptorBull on Scenyx forums for the Halo 2 Fuel Rod Cannon.
  2. 2005Application of the term to the under-barrel launcher in Battlefield 2.
  3. 2007Massive spread of the term via Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare and the M203.

How to use the “Noob Tube” meme

  • Use the grenade launcher to clear a room without aiming precisely.
  • Accuse a player of relying excessively on the weapon attached to their rifle.
  • Mock an enemy who wins without demonstrating any aiming skill.

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The “Noob Tube” card in MyMemeCards

Noob Tube card
NumberNo. 22039
RarityRare
CollectionMemes World series 74
Fame75/100 · #11 of 300
Recycle value10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 74: 300 cards
  • Common25083%
  • Rare299.7%
  • Epic217.0%

How to get the “Noob Tube” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Noob Tube 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 does Noob Tube mean?

It refers to the under-barrel grenade launcher in first-person shooters. This term is used to describe beginner players who prefer this easy-to-use weapon.

Noob Tube origin?

The expression comes from the Scenyx Entertainment Community Forums in 2004. A user used it to describe the Halo 2 Fuel Rod Cannon before it spread to other games.

Why is it called Noob Tube?

The name combines the weapon (Tube) with the player category (Noob). It reflects the idea that this weapon simplifies gameplay too much and reduces the need for precision.

How do I get the Noob Tube meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Noob Tube” 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 Noob Tube card?

It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: meme.com · memes · noob-tubeNoob Tube Meaning: FPS Grenade Launcher Slang Explained · Noob Tube | Know Your Meme · Noob · checked on October 16, 2026.

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