The Rabbids first appeared in Ubisoft's Rayman Raving Rabbids, released in 2006, as chaotic rabbit-like creatures who communicate in nonsense sounds rather than clear speech. Their exaggerated squeaks, screams and curious noises became instantly recognisable through the games, animated series and countless short clips shared online. Because the characters have no real language, their vocalisations work across different countries and audiences without translation. Short Rabbids sounds are still popular in memes and reaction edits for adding instant cartoon humour to a puzzled or surprised moment.