Windows Logo Evolution: Going Sideways
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Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows 12, Windows 13
Overview
A meme depicting the humorous evolution of Windows operating system logos from Windows 10 to Windows 13. The layout features four sections: Windows 10 with the classic blue 4-square logo, Windows 11 with a similar blue 4-square logo, Windows 12 with the same logo tilted sideways, and Windows 13 reduced to a single vertical blue line. The humor stems from the pun 'going sideways' (referencing the tilted Windows 12 logo) and the absurdly minimal progression toward Windows 13, exaggerating how logo designs might simplify over time.
Origin notes
Originally created as a meme and posted on Reddit. It likely uses simple graphic design tools to modify existing Windows logos, altering their orientation and complexity to create a satirical evolution sequence. The title 'You could say it's going sideways' reinforces the pun on the tilted Windows 12 logo, enhancing the comedic effect.
![This is a 4-panel digital comic meme that uses dark, sarcastic humor to criticize Microsoft's Windows 11 operating system and tease the upcoming Windows 12.
Panel 1: The Grim Reaper gestures to a haloed Windows 11 logo (depicted as a departing spirit) and says, "IT IS TIME TO GO."
Panel 2: The Windows 11 spirit asks, "Was I a good OS?" as the Reaper's hand pulls away.
Panel 3: The Grim Reaper responds with a deadpan, "NO."
Panel 4: The Reaper delivers a harsh roast: "You were absolute trash. I don't know what more Microslop [a playful, critical misspelling of Microsoft] has to offer but I bet it won't be good," while the Windows 11 logo sinks into a water-like area, defeated. The meme taps into common user frustrations with Windows 11 and anticipates disappointment with the next Windows release.](https://gagbase.com/i/c/memes/ea/87/29/4d/ea87294d212f23bafa34633317cf7f0c.jpeg.webp)
