q00q0

q00q0 is a fictional character and internet meme originating from the 2013 video game *The Stanley Parable*. Created by writer and developer Davey Wreden, q00q0 serves as the game’s narrator and antagonist, delivering a series of increasingly absurd and meta-commentary monologues to the player. The character’s name is a play on the phrase "QED" (quod erat demonstrandum, Latin for "which was to be demonstrated"), with the letters "Q" and "0" used to evoke a sense of both authority and absurdity.

In *The Stanley Parable*, q00q0 guides the player character, Stanley, through a series of choices and narrative twists, often undermining the player’s sense of agency. The character’s delivery is dry, sarcastic, and occasionally menacing, with a voice that blends a bureaucratic tone with dark humor. Over time, q00q0 became a cultural touchstone, referenced in discussions about narrative design, player autonomy, and the nature of storytelling in video games.

Beyond *The Stanley Parable*, q00q0 has appeared in other media, including *The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe* (2019) and *The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe – Extended Cut* (2022), where the character’s role was expanded with additional dialogue and narrative depth. The character’s influence extends into broader internet culture, where fans have created fan art, memes, and even parodies exploring q00q0’s themes of existentialism and narrative control.

Critics and players often cite q00q0 as a defining element of *The Stanley Parable*, praising its ability to challenge conventional game design while delivering sharp, thought-provoking commentary. The character’s legacy lies in its exploration of player agency and the blurred line between game and player, making it a memorable figure in modern gaming discourse.