I think there are a number of factors that combine to make All Your Base a fairly virulent meme. Bill Childers has become a fan, and even posted a copy of the flash movie on his website. In an e-mail, he described his fascination with All Your Base as an acquired taste. I kind of went through stages. The website's front page now features an impassioned plea to let up on the once-obscure arcade game.
Nothing kills a pop cult like notoriety.
I've noticed that Zero Wing has caught on like wildfire. Errm, anyways, jokes stop being funny when they become catch phrases. Wired Digital Inc. All rights reserved.