Viral comic strips take center stage in today’s comic review, and we’re diving deep into the quirky, pun-filled world of Nate Fakes. If you love single-panel masterpieces that blow up your social feed and keep you laughing way past your coffee break, you’re in the right place. This review explores 20 of the funniest, most shareable viral comic strips making waves online, all thanks to the wickedly clever mind of cartoonist Nate Fakes.
Artist Bio: Nate Fakes
Nate Fakes is a syndicated cartoonist whose work has been featured in everything from greeting cards to magazines and major syndicates. Over the years, his knack for visual wordplay, playful puns, and spot-on social commentary has earned him a devoted global fanbase. Fakes has been syndicated by King Features, seen in publications like MAD Magazine, and racked up online fame with Boredcomics and viral comic strips that regularly trend across social media. His art is instantly recognizable—expressive faces, bold outlines, and a classic yet modern cartoon flavor.
#1 “Don’t Move! I Dropped My Contact” – Undersea LOLs
Two wide-eyed squids and a lost “contact” lens—this strip is a masterclass in absurdity and timing. Nate Fakes turns a classic land-based problem into an oceanic ordeal, and it’s so perfectly silly you’ll laugh out loud even if you’re not a cephalopod. Viral comic strips like this show how Fakes transforms the mundane into the delightfully ridiculous.
#2 “Sorry, Thought You Were Someone Else” – Oops, Giant Squid!
A ship-grabbing kraken offers the world’s most casual apology. The combination of mayhem and awkward politeness is the kind of unexpected twist that makes viral comic strips go, well, viral. Who knew sea monsters could be so relatable?
#3 “Squid Game” – Game Night, Deep Sea Edition
It’s “Your move!” between two squids playing checkers on the ocean floor. Fakes drops a pop culture reference so smooth, it almost feels highbrow. This viral comic strip proves you don’t need Netflix to get your game fix.
#4 “Things Turned Upside Down” – Ketchup Problems
Ever felt like work is squeezing you dry? This ketchup bottle has, literally. The visual gag of a bottle turned upside down for maximum productivity is the kind of quirky observation that nails the viral comic strips formula.
#5 “You’re Grounded” – Coffee Pun Perfection
Ground coffee versus whole bean: the ultimate parent-child standoff. Fakes’ wordplay is sharp, and the punchline is as satisfying as your morning cup. Viral comic strips thrive on these simple, relatable moments—with a caffeine kick.
#6 “Testing Coffee Tables” – Furniture Shopping, Upgraded
Taking “coffee table” literally, two shoppers show up mugs-in-hand at the furniture store. This viral comic strip is a perfect example of Fakes’ ability to blend visual puns with everyday life for maximum comic impact.
#7 “We’re Broke” – Cracking Up
An eggshell couple debates a night out, only to realize their finances (and their shells) are literally cracked. Classic Fakes: funny, visual, and instantly shareable.
#8 “I Put Ketchup on Everything” – Saucy Romance
Date night meets ketchup chaos! This comic nails that viral moment when you realize, yes, some people really do put ketchup on absolutely everything.
#9 “The A.C. Is Broke” – Too Real, Too Funny
It’s summer, the A.C. is broke, and even the air conditioner is begging for spare change. A viral comic strip that will have every sweaty reader nodding in solidarity (and hitting share).
#10 “Pod Cast” – Brewing Up Laughs
Two coffee pods brainstorm a podcast. The coffee humor is strong with this one, and the meta-pun is exactly what makes Nate Fakes’ viral comic strips internet favorites.
#11 “Time to Meet Your Maker” – Coffee Lovers Unite
A mug’s dramatic intro to the coffee maker brings the concept of “morning rituals” to a new level. For caffeine addicts, this one is extra relatable.
#12 “I Can’t Count Yet” – Baby Logic
A baby tries counting sheep—then realizes they can’t count. This playful, clever strip turns bedtime troubles into laugh-out-loud viral comic strip gold.
#13 “Act Your Age” – Baby Problems
The classic baby talk scenario gets flipped when the baby thinks, “I wish she would act her age.” Fakes shines at these role-reversal moments.
#14 “Impressive” – Babies and Bottles
A baby builds a ship in a bottle—with a baby bottle. Absurd and brilliant, it’s the kind of viral comic strip that’s perfect for social sharing.
#15 “Offshore Drilling” – DIY at Sea
A retiree’s quiet beach read is interrupted by literal “offshore drilling”—a guy fixing his boat. Groan-worthy and glorious.
#16 “Concerned About Your Partying” – Hat Chat
A party hat gets a talking-to from worried parents (cowboy hat and baseball cap). Viral comic strips don’t get much more charming or literal than this.
#17 “All My Stuff Was Repossessed” – Sesame Street Blues
Oscar the Grouch’s trash is repossessed. Hilariously meta and a little bit sad, this one taps right into nostalgic pop culture feels.
#18 “When Your Brain is Fully Formed” – Baby Philosophers
Two diapered philosophers muse on brain development. Leave it to Fakes to turn early childhood into existential humor.
#19 “Safety Violations” – Stork Problems
Delivering babies is a risky job! This stork’s confession about safety violations is both adorable and wickedly funny.
#20 “Water Bowl’s Broken” – Dog Detective
A dog interprets a clogged toilet as a broken water bowl. Classic animal logic, classic Fakes.
Closing: Why Nate Fakes’ Viral Comic Strips Belong on Your Feed
In summary, viral comic strips by Nate Fakes are the ultimate mood boosters—quick, clever, and always on point. Whether it’s a laugh about your morning coffee, office life, or a surprising twist on a classic scenario, his cartoons have something for everyone. Fakes’ work is a shining example of how a great comic strip can go viral: it’s the art of capturing a universal truth, adding a quirky spin, and delivering it with visual punch.
Credit: All comics featured are the original work of Nate Fakes. To see more of his hilarious viral comic strips, explore his signature style, or support the artist, visit NateFakes.com, follow him on Facebook, and check out his latest posts on Instagram. Nate Fakes’ creative wit and eye for the absurd make every comic a must-read.
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