The iconic theme song from It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia has popped up in games like Madden NFL and Minecraft, leaving star Rob McElhenney a bit confused. The dark sitcom follows a group of morally bankrupt individuals who own an Irish pub in South Philadelphia and their bizarre schemes. Gamers have often paid tribute to the long-running series, with an Animal Crossing version of the Always Sunny pub being one notable example.
Premiering in 2005, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia puts a mean-spirited spin on the classic sitcom format. Each member of the show's core cast is extremely volatile and selfish, rather than warm and friendly, and their goals frequently lead to ruin for other members of The Gang. This format has spelled massive success for It's Always Sunny, however, with fans growing attached to the unhinged cast and their often unforgivable antics. The show's popularity has led to references and Easter eggs within other mediums, which often pay homage to Paddy's Pub or the corrupt cast itself. For example, an It's Always Sunny Easter egg in Spider-Man: Miles Moralessees the web-slinging hero directly quote Charlie Kelly and his skills at cat removal.
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In a brand-new episode of The Always Sunny Podcast, posted to YouTube, the stars of It's Always Sunny discuss the use of the show's theme song «Temptation Sensation» in various video games. The show's theme song has never been officially licensed, according to star Rob McElhenney, allowing it to pop up in unexpected places like Madden NFL and Minecraft. This resulted in a particularly funny moment where McElhenney heard Temptation Sensation playing in his house and thought his children were
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