Donkey Kong 64, released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999, gave Donkey Kong the Coconut Gun as his signature weapon for blasting switches and enemies with coconuts. The firing noise became familiar to players who spent hours exploring its large, collectathon worlds. Years later, short clips from the game circulated on soundboards and in meme edits, where the brief blast worked as a jokey substitute for a real gunshot. Its retro game feel and instantly recognisable source keep it in regular use for nostalgic comedy.