Ctrl+Alt+Defeat: 31 Memes That Prove Gaming Is a Rollercoaster of Emotions

John Summers • Contributor

Jul 10, 2023 5:00 PM EDT

Ever had one of those moments when you're gaming, and you accidentally switch to inverted controls? Suddenly, up is down, down is up, and your calm, enjoyable gaming session turns into a wild and disorientating roller coaster ride. You feel like you're in the gaming version of the Upside Down, and all you want to do is shout, "Why would anyone choose this?!"

Well, we feel your pain and in an act of solidarity, we've compiled a list of 31 gaming memes that will have you chuckling in recognition and relief that you're not the only one who prefers their gaming universe upright. These are for those of us who keep our controls as nature intended and refuse to bow down to the pressure of inversion.

So, whether you're a dedicated PC gamer, a console aficionado, or just someone who knows the sheer frustration of accidentally inverting your controls, these memes are for you. Let's laugh away the gaming stress because, at the end of the day, we all know that non-inverted is the way to go.