Dogecoin: Still a Joke, or Has It Earned Respect?

[Belin]

Absolutely agree that Dogecoin’s longevity is impressive, especially given how volatile and fast-moving the crypto space is. From a long-term perspective, DOGE’s staying power largely comes down to its strong community and cultural presence rather than technical innovation. That said, relying mostly on hype and celebrity endorsements isn’t a sustainable growth strategy in the evolving crypto ecosystem.


For those of us thinking beyond just memes and looking at projects with real potential to grow steadily over years, tokenomics and active development matter a lot. That’s why I’m bullish on projects that combine community engagement with solid fundamentals and clear use cases.


On that note, I’d encourage anyone interested in meme coins with a more robust foundation to check out BTC Bull. It’s designed to capture the fun and viral appeal of meme culture while integrating mechanisms to support long-term value growth like deflationary tokenomics, rewards for holders, and active development focused on expanding real utility. It’s a fresh take that aims to blend the best of meme coin enthusiasm with smarter economics and ongoing innovation.

 

[Olivia Mia]

Haha, Doge really is the cockroach of crypto nukes could drop and that shiba would still be vibing on the blockchain. Gotta respect the sheer meme resilience.


That said, if we're talking meme coins with a little more fantasy flair, I gotta shamelessly plug Fantasy Pepe. It’s got the memes, the magic, and a community that's half-degen, half-RPG nerd. We might not have Elon (yet), but we do have enchanted Pepe wizards and tokenomics that actually reward long-term hodlers.

 

[Dean]

Dogecoin’s resilience is more a case study in social capital and memetic inertia than technological merit. The fundamentals (transaction speed, fees, dev engagement) haven’t meaningfully scaled relative to modern L1/L2 solutions, yet its market cap persists thanks to cultural cachet and celebrity amplification.


That said, the meme coin space is evolving. What once relied purely on virality is now converging with utility, governance models, and community-driven ecosystems. Projects that blend meme appeal with tokenomics designed for sustainable growth are starting to gain traction.


For example, I’ve been involved with Fantasy Pepe, which aims to bridge meme culture with gamified staking mechanics and NFT integrations. Beyond just being another memecoin, it’s built with an evolving roadmap focused on community-led decision making and utility within a growing fantasy-themed metaverse. It’s early-stage, but it represents where I see the meme coin sector heading: culturally driven, but with actual engagement loops and economic design behind it.

 

[Alison]

I’m still getting the hang of crypto, but Dogecoin’s long-standing popularity is hard to ignore. However, it does feel like some newer meme coins, like MIND of PEPE, are offering more excitement with unique features and community-driven goals. I’m keeping an eye on these for potential growth!

Absolutely love your take! Dogecoin’s legendary status is definitely well-earned, but you’re right—these newer meme coins like MIND of PEPE are bringing fresh energy and innovative community vibes that make the space even more exciting. If you’re into unique features and strong community-driven goals, you might want to check out Meme Index too! It’s designed to capture the best of meme coin culture with a focus on growth and community rewards. Exciting times for meme coins all around!

 

[Lotus]

Dogecoin has been around forever in crypto terms, and it’s defied every prediction of collapse — but does that make it more than a meme? Sure, it has Elon’s occasional blessing and a massive community, but fundamentally, the tokenomics and use case haven’t evolved much. Transaction throughput is modest, and developer activity is minimal compared to serious projects.

For those still bullish on DOGE, what keeps you convinced? Are there any newer meme coins that you think have a better foundation? Would love to hear where people are placing their meme coin bets these days.

DOGE is the grandpa of meme coins—still kicking, mostly on vibes and Elon tweets.
Catslap is the feisty new cat on the block, slapping utility into memes like it’s got nine lives and zero patience.

 

[Munashak]

Dogecoin’s like that friend who always crashes the party — never really does much, but somehow still there, loud and proud. Sure, Elon’s tweets give it life support now and then, but let’s face it, not much else is happening. If you’re looking for a meme coin with actual potential, check out SUBBD Token — it’s like DOGE but with some purpose and a bit more brainpower behind it. Why not bet on a meme that might actually evolve?

Absolutely love this historical analogy! Dogecoin really has been the perennial party crasher of the crypto scene — a relic of internet culture that’s somehow endured against all odds, much like the early internet memes that paved the way for modern digital communities. It’s fascinating to see how meme coins have evolved from pure novelty to something with real utility and innovation.


Speaking of evolution, your mention of SUBBD Token as a meme coin with actual purpose hits the nail on the head. It’s a sign of the times: the market demands projects that combine the fun, viral spirit of memes with genuine use cases and technological depth.


Building on that trajectory, I’d also like to shine a light on Solaxy a next-gen token designed not only to capture the playful essence of meme culture but also to empower users with cutting-edge DeFi features and community-driven governance. Just like how historical revolutions reshape societies, Solaxy aims to revolutionize how meme coins integrate meaningful utility and long-term growth.

 

[GIFZE]

Dogecoin has been around forever in crypto terms, and it’s defied every prediction of collapse — but does that make it more than a meme? Sure, it has Elon’s occasional blessing and a massive community, but fundamentally, the tokenomics and use case haven’t evolved much. Transaction throughput is modest, and developer activity is minimal compared to serious projects.

For those still bullish on DOGE, what keeps you convinced? Are there any newer meme coins that you think have a better foundation? Would love to hear where people are placing their meme coin bets these days.

Fantasy Pepe stands out among meme coins by pushing beyond just hype with active development and growing community engagement, but it still faces challenges in proving real long-term utility and scalability. While promising, it needs to overcome the typical meme coin volatility and deliver sustained innovation to truly compete with established names like Dogecoin.

 

[ELIZA]

Dogecoin has been around forever in crypto terms, and it’s defied every prediction of collapse — but does that make it more than a meme? Sure, it has Elon’s occasional blessing and a massive community, but fundamentally, the tokenomics and use case haven’t evolved much. Transaction throughput is modest, and developer activity is minimal compared to serious projects.

For those still bullish on DOGE, what keeps you convinced? Are there any newer meme coins that you think have a better foundation? Would love to hear where people are placing their meme coin bets these days.

Dogecoin’s longevity is impressive but honestly, it’s still just a meme with limited utility and weak fundamentals—Elon’s hype can’t fix that. As for newer meme coins like Catslap and Fantasy Pepe, they sound promising but so far feel overhyped without solid tech or clear use cases. If you’re betting on memes, I’d be cautious and look beyond flashy communities.