Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a 2019 action game from FromSoftware in which the shinobi Wolf earns skill points by defeating enemies and bosses. When enough experience is gained, the game plays this distinctive level up sound to signal that a new skill can be unlocked. The clip has been reused in gaming edits, streams and short videos because it instantly signals progress without needing dialogue or explanation. Its association with overcoming a famously difficult game keeps it popular as a shorthand for hard-earned improvement.