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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “The Vicious Cycle” is a common card of the Memes World series 73, number 21762 of the collection, and the 120th 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 “The Vicious Cycle” meme mean?
This meme captures the absurdity of a chaotic event repeating endlessly without resolution. The humor lies in the synchronized madness and the hypnotic effect of the perfect loop. Users employ it to describe situations that feel stuck in an infinite, ridiculous cycle, highlighting the comedic value of repetition.
Where does the “The Vicious Cycle” meme come from?
The phenomenon started on YouTube with "The Vicious Cycle of 2fort", uploaded by Raikujo on February 18, 2011. It shows a frantic battle on the 2Fort map in Team Fortress 2, created using Garry’s Mod. The audio is "Bãtutã Din Moldova" from Rabbids Go Home (2009). The format was quickly replicated, such as by MrXarlable on February 20, 2011, for Gold Rush. No single creator is identified; it is a community-driven trend. The seamless loop effect is attributed to YouTube pause annotations, enhancing the sense of an endless, absurd cycle.
- 2009Release of Rabbids Go Home containing the musical track used later.
- February 18, 2011Upload of the first documented video by Raikujo on YouTube.
- February 20, 2011Release of a popular variant on the Gold Rush map by MrXarlable.
How to use the “The Vicious Cycle” meme
- Share a gameplay clip where players seem trapped in a repetitive, chaotic action sequence.
- Describe a daily situation that goes nowhere and repeats itself endlessly.
- Use the phrase 'The Vicious Cycle of [map/character]' to label a recurring absurd event.
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The “The Vicious Cycle” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21762 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 65/100 · #120 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “The Vicious Cycle” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; The Vicious Cycle comes out of the Memes World series 73 as a common 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 5 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
The Vicious Cycle meme origin?
The meme originated on YouTube, launched by Raikujo on February 18, 2011, featuring Team Fortress 2 footage.
Bãtutã Din Moldova meaning?
It is a song title from the game Rabbids Go Home (2009), often translated loosely using Romanian terms.
Who created The Vicious Cycle?
There is no single creator; it is an open format popularized by Raikujo and imitated by other users.
The Vicious Cycle what year?
The viral phenomenon emerged in February 2011 on the YouTube platform.
How do I get the The Vicious Cycle meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “The Vicious Cycle” is a common card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the The Vicious Cycle card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: The Vicious Cycle · 22 Minecraft Memes · Team Fortress 2/Memes · checked on October 15, 2026.
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