The AK platform is one of the most recognised assault rifles in games, films and online videos, so its full auto firing sound is instantly familiar to shooter fans. Short gunfire clips like this spread through soundboards and editing packs because they are easy to drop into montages, memes and short form videos without needing a full scene. The rapid rate of fire makes it distinct from single shot effects, and creators keep reusing it for combat, parody battles and exaggerated action jokes.