In a surprising move, Twitch, the leading live-streaming platform for gamers, has banned content creator Mizkif, igniting a firestorm of controversy and leaving many questioning the motivations behind the ban. Twitch is known for being strict in enforcing its policies even when it comes to taking action against well-known streamers who breach its rules. While this may seem harsh to some, Twitch remains firm in its belief that these guidelines are essential for maintaining a secure and trustworthy platform for all users.Mizkif, a well-known Twitch streamer, has gained a substantial following of fans on both Twitch and other social media platforms. He is one of the pioneers of the organization One True King (OTK), which comprises other prominent Twitch streamers and content creators like Asmongold and Sodapoppin. Despite his status as a highly regarded content creator, Mizkif has faced a lot of criticism and backlash in recent months due to a sexual assault cover-up controversy.Despite being cleared of sexual assault cover-up allegations in an OTK investigation, it seems Mizkif's troubles are not ending anytime soon. On January 13, Mizkif was hit with a ban from Twitch for alleged involvement in "aiding account suspension evasion." Unfortunately, his run-in with the platform's policies did not end there. During a February 6 broadcast, Mizkif was caught watching a reality series called MILF Manor and live-streaming it on his channel. This allegedly prompted Twitch to issue another ban against him, this time for violating the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).
Shortly after being hit offline, Mizkif confirmed the ban, stating that he was banned for 24 hours for violating the DMCA. The ban imposed on Mizkif for watching MILF Manor during a live broadcast seems odd, especially considering that several other streamers have done the same without facing any consequences. It is possible the ban was a result of numerous reports from viewers dissatisfied with the controversial show. However, without any clear explanation or criteria provided by Twitch, the reason behind the ban remains uncertain.
Mizkif's return to Twitch has been fraught with challenges. In just the past couple of months, Mizkif prematurely ended a Twitch Plays Pokemon event due to a lack of viewer engagement and nearly injured himself while weightlifting during another live stream. To top it off, he has already received a second ban from the platform, despite it being only February. It's clear that in order to have a more successful return, Mizkif will need to exercise greater caution in the future.