Dark Souls is a dark fantasy action role-playing series from FromSoftware, first released in 2011 and known for its punishing difficulty and tense boss fights. Sounds from its combat, including the short cue heard when an enemy falls, became familiar to players through countless playthroughs, streams, and highlight videos. As clips of boss defeats and close calls spread on video platforms, creators began reusing the kill cue outside the game to signal a decisive win or a sudden elimination. It remains popular because that brief, recognisable sound instantly tells an audience that a hard fight is over.