It’s hard to believe that it’s been almost a decade since the release of the open-world action game Sleeping Dogs, but the memes based on the game are still going strong. In fact, they’ve only grown in popularity over the years, with new and creative takes on the game’s characters and story popping up all the time.
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The Origins of Sleeping Dogs Memes
Sleeping Dogs was released in 2012 to critical acclaim, with its engaging story, unique setting, and satisfying combat system earning it a loyal fanbase. But it wasn’t until a few years later that the game’s memes really started taking off.
One of the earliest and most popular Sleeping Dogs memes was based on the game’s protagonist, Wei Shen. In the game, Wei is an undercover cop who infiltrates a criminal organization in Hong Kong, and the meme took this idea to the extreme by portraying Wei as a master of disguise who could blend in anywhere.
Other early Sleeping Dogs memes focused on the game’s supporting characters, such as Jackie Ma, a loyal friend of Wei’s who often finds himself in over his head, or Inspector Pendrew, Wei’s superior officer who is more concerned with his own career than justice.
The Rise of Sleeping Dogs Memes
As time went on, Sleeping Dogs memes continued to grow in popularity, with new memes based on the game’s story, characters, and even its gameplay mechanics popping up all the time. Some of the most popular memes to emerge in recent years include:
“I Will Take You There”
This meme is based on a scene from the game where Wei is tasked with driving a group of thugs to a remote location. One of the thugs, who speaks in broken English, repeatedly says “I will take you there” in a thick accent, leading to countless remixes and parodies.
Wei Shen’s Fashion Sense
Wei’s wardrobe in Sleeping Dogs is a thing of beauty, with a wide variety of stylish outfits to choose from. Memes based on Wei’s fashion sense often play up the absurdity of his wardrobe choices, or imagine what other outfits he might wear.
“I’m a Cop, You Idiot!”
In one memorable scene from the game, Wei is confronted by a group of thugs who accuse him of being a cop. Wei responds by shouting “I’m a cop, you idiot!” before proceeding to beat them all up. This scene has become a popular meme for its over-the-top action and Wei’s badass one-liner.
The Future of Sleeping Dogs Memes
As long as there are fans of Sleeping Dogs, there will be memes based on the game. But what do the people who know the game best think of all this? We reached out to a few Sleeping Dogs enthusiasts to get their take on the meme phenomenon.
“I think it’s great that the game has inspired so much creativity and humor,” says Alex, a longtime fan of the game. “It shows that people really connect with the characters and the world of Sleeping Dogs.”
Others, however, worry that the memes might be overshadowing the actual game. “I love the memes, but sometimes I feel like people forget that there’s a great game behind them,” says Sarah, another Sleeping Dogs fan. “I hope that people who discover the game through the memes will give it a chance and see how great it really is.”
Regardless of what the future holds, one thing is for sure: Sleeping Dogs memes will continue to entertain and delight fans for years to come.
