The PlayStation 2, released by Sony in 2000, opened with a distinctive ambient startup sound tied to one of the best-selling consoles ever made. As retro gaming clips spread on video platforms, creators began making earrape versions that exaggerate volume and distortion for comic shock value. This version follows the same tradition as the MLG air horn, turning a familiar sound into an intentionally overblown punchline. It remains popular in meme edits because the contrast between nostalgia and extreme loudness is instantly understood.