Summary
Video games usually focus on heroism, epic quests, and rare treasures. But sometimes, developers throw us curveballs by encouraging the collection of truly weird, gross, ordownright absurd items. From dirty socks and toilet paper rolls to golden poop, these bizarre collections might make you ask, “Why?” at first glance.
So why do games push us to gather these strange and often stomach-turning things? For starters, they crank up the humor and make you laugh. They also add quirky depth to the story or characters, making the game world more memorable. Plus, they give players a weirdly satisfying reason to explore every nook and cranny. With that said, if you’re curious about the strangest collectibles in gaming, let’s dive in!
The Banana of the Gods is a prime example ofFortnite’s chaotic energy and meme-fueled humor. In a game where Peely—a walking banana—is a beloved character, it’s no surprise that a glowing banana gets divine status. Introduced in Chapter Five- Season Two during theGreek mythology theme, this absurd item clashes hilariously with the serious presence of Zeus and other gods.
Imagine a demigod charging into battle wielding… a banana. It’s weirdly majestic. But here’s the kicker—it’s not just funny. The banana instantly restores health and gives a speed boost, making it one of the most useful (and ridiculous) consumables in the game. Blessed be the fruit.
South Park: The Stick of Truth perfectly channels the show’s signature humor, and nothing says “weird collectible” like the Chinpokomon. Ripped straight from the show’s satirical Pokemon parody, these creatures come with names like Lambtron, Fetuswami, and Vamporko—because of course they do. While they don’t brainwash kids like in the original episode, their existence still pokes fun at consumer culture and childhood obsession.
In a world where kids wage epic fantasy wars, hoarding off-brand monsters somehow makes perfect sense. Collect them all, and you even get a friend request from the Chinpokomon Corporation, boosting your in-game social status. Because nothing says power like cartoon rodents and fake internet points.
The Elder Scrolls
Skooma, the Elder Scrolls’ infamous collectible, isn’t your average shiny loot—it’s a wacky,addictive questionable juicethat screams “bad life choices!” This trippy brew, made from Moon Sugar in the Khajiit’s Elsweyr, sends users into hallucination city while tanking their social cred.
Collecting it in an RPG feels like flirting with a moral dumpster fire, unlike snagging potions or magic swords. Sure, it boosts stamina briefly, but then it slaps you with blurry vision or a wobbly body. Skooma’s not just an item; it’s a ticket to Skyrim’s seedy underbelly, where shady Khajiit dealers and sketchy gangs make it a hilariously risky grab!
Rockstar’s schoolyard sandbox Bully follows mischievous student Jimmy Hopkins through the chaos of Bullworth Academy. Among its oddest collectibles? 75 rubber bands. Yep—those tiny, boring office supplies. Scattered across the school and town, they’re hidden like precious treasure: on rooftops, in locker rooms, even in secret passages.
Why all this effort for glorified stationery? Because collecting them all unlocks the glorious Rubber Band Ball, a hilariously bouncy weapon that ricochets between enemies like an angry pinball of doom. It’s one of the funniest weapons in the game—and possibly in Rockstar’s entire library. And if you’re aiming for 100 percent completion, you’ll need every last stretchy little band. Happy hunting, nerd.
Postal 2 is infamous for its over-the-top violence, absurd humor, and satirical take on society—and the toilet paper quest might be one of its weirdest highlights. On Tuesday, you’re asked to fetch a single roll of toilet paper for the Church of VD, but surprise: The Wipe House has a monopoly and jacks up the price. Suddenly, you’re fighting, stealing, or scrambling just to wipe someone else’s holy behind.
It’s a perfect parody of supply chain crises and price gouging—except way more unhinged. Even funnier, toilet paper becomes cheap and abundant later in the week, making the whole ordeal feel like the devs are laughing and whispering, “It was all a joke, dummy.”
Created by Ron Gilbert and Gary Winnick, Thimbleweed Park is a love letter to classic point-and-click adventures, packed with mystery and absurd humor. One of its weirdest collectibles? Specks of Dust. That’s right—you collect literal dust. Not swords, keys, or magic potions—dust.
And the best part? They don’t help solve any puzzle. They exist purely for completionists—and comedy. Gathering all of them unlocks behind-the-scenes developer commentary, filled with hilarious insights into the game’s creation. In Thimbleweed Park, even collecting dust somehow becomes meaningful… and very, very silly.
The Lusty Argonian Maid is not just a book—it’s a cultural phenomenon within The Elder Scrolls universe. Found in multiple games like Morrowind, Oblivion, and Skyrim, this mildly steamy, hilariously suggestive in-game literature follows the scandalous adventures of Lifts-Her-Tail and her flustered noble employer.
Full of innuendo and eyebrow-raising dialogue, it’s basically Tamriel’s version of a guilty pleasure romance novel. What makes it truly weird is that you may actually collect these books—and many NPCs are seen reading them too, without a hint of shame. It’s the kind of collectible that makes you pause and wonder, “Did I just loot fantasy fan-fiction?” Yes, yes you did—and it’s glorious.
The “Rubber Chicken with a Pulley in the Middle” is a legendary item from The Secret of Monkey Island and its sequel, LeChuck’s Revenge. Even the name is hilariously absurd—it’s a rubber chicken… with a pulley… in the middle. What for? Nobody knows. It defies logic and embraces pure comedy.
In the game, it’s presented like some essential, magical key item—but it’s literally just a rubber chicken. That contrast is the joke. Monkey Island’s humor thrives on nonsense, and this item became iconic because of how proudly it refuses to make sense. It’s not just an inventory object—it’s a punchline you carry around, and somehow, you actually need it.
