As a seasoned gamer and long-time Twitch viewer, I must say that this year’s TwitchCon in San Diego was a rollercoaster of emotions. The chaotic incidents involving Kick creators crossing the line from competitive spirit to downright disrespectful behavior left me appalled.
At TwitchCon San Diego, there were numerous instances of chaos due to multiple streamers reporting incidences of verbal and physical abuse from Kick creators during the event.
For example, Streamers such as nmplol and Wake Wilder unexpectedly experienced kisses and licks from a fellow Kick streamer during an unplanned gathering. This incident, which transpired during the live broadcast, was described by viewers as an allegation of “live-streamed inappropriate behavior” or “online sexual harassment.
In a subsequent incident, the same live-streamer on Kick made flirtatious comments towards xQc, causing him to flee in response. The streamer persisted in pursuing xQc beyond the event’s premises.
In the heat of an argument, one streamer from Kick shoved another broadcaster onto a moving train. Meanwhile, another content creator engaged in a physical altercation with Twitch streamer Erobb, following allegations that he was unfaithful to his long-term partner in a public setting.
Kick streamers got into an argument outside TwitchCon and pushed the guy into a moving train 😬
— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) September 21, 2024
These occurrences sparked widespread anger among broadcasters, who were seeking explanations from Twitch. However, Nmplol asserted that he hadn’t received any communication from the platform regarding the incident, despite his alleged misconduct being broadcast live to tens of thousands of viewers.
We contacted Twitch regarding this issue and they shared with us that they’re taking steps to minimize similar occurrences during future events.
Ensuring that TwitchCon is a secure and pleasurable event for all participants has consistently been our aim, and it’s a commitment we strive to uphold for our community,” the company shared with TopMob in an exclusive announcement.
As a devoted gamer, I’m diligently looking into the issues brought up by fellow gamers, striving to find resolutions. My aim is to implement safeguards that will help eliminate such occurrences in the future and ensure a more enjoyable gaming experience for all.
During each TwitchCon, a specialized safety squad is always present, collaborating closely with local police forces. We consistently prioritize the enhancement of event security, understanding that the well-being and security of TwitchCon participants is paramount.
I, too, sought clarification from Kick regarding the current situation, and they directed me towards statements made on Twitter by their co-founder and CEO, Eddie Craven.
He wrote that Twitchcon is a fantastic gathering where creators across various platforms unite, and we’re thankful to Twitch for offering our community the opportunity to join in.
“However, the actions of a few individuals don’t reflect the broader platform, and multiple accounts have been suspended for violating our IRL streaming policies.
We’re always striving to improve our policies, particularly for significant gatherings like TwitchCon, DreamHack, and others.
We’re constantly refining our policies and striving for improvement, particularly when it comes to significant events such as TwitchCon, Dreamhack, and others ❤️.
— Eddie (@StakeEddie) September 24, 2024
Kick emphasized that they’ve set up community rules for live stream events offline (IRL) and collaborate closely with major events like Dreamhack to ensure safety and mutual respect are maintained.
It’s important to highlight that the individual who harassed nmplol and xQc has been prohibited from using Kick, owing to their unacceptable conduct. In a tweet, they stated, “My actions, whether right or wrong, do not align with Kick. If I had acted similarly on any other platform, I would simply be known as a ‘streamer.’
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