Trainwrecks is a popular Twitch streamer who has been involved in several controversies and bans over the years. He is known for his outspoken opinions, gambling streams, and role-playing games. In this article, we will explore who Trainwrecks is and why he was banned from Twitch.
Who Is Trainwrecks?
Trainwrecks, whose real name is Tyler Niknam, started streaming on Twitch in 2015. He gained fame for his interactions with other streamers, such as Mitch Jones and GreekGodX. He also became part of a podcast called The Scuffed Podcast, where he discussed various topics with other streamers.
Trainwrecks’ Misogynistic Rant Against Female Streamers
One of Trainwrecks’ most notorious incidents was in 2017, when he went on a misogynistic rant against female streamers. He accused them of stealing viewers from male streamers by using their sexuality and manipulating their audience. He also used derogatory terms to describe them and said they should be banned from Twitch. This caused a huge backlash from the community and Twitch temporarily suspended him for hate speech.
Trainwrecks’ Gambling Streams And Controversies
Another controversy that Trainwrecks faced was his involvement in gambling streams. He was one of the many streamers who promoted online casinos and played slot machines on his channel. He claimed that he was sponsored by these sites and that he had a gambling addiction. However, many people criticized him for promoting gambling to his young viewers and potentially breaking Twitch’s terms of service.
Trainwrecks’ Permanent Ban From GTA V RP Server NoPixel 3.0
In 2021, Trainwrecks was permanently banned from GTA V RP server NoPixel 3.0 after being accused of metagaming. Metagaming is when a player uses outside information or communication that is not available to their character in the game world. For example, Trainwrecks allegedly used his Twitch chat to get information about other players’ locations and actions. This violated the server’s rules and resulted in his ban.
Trainwrecks’ Return To Gambling Streams After Twitch Ban
In 2022, Trainwrecks announced that he would bring back his gambling streams after Twitch banned them in November. He said that he would use a VPN to access offshore casinos and that he would not show any logos or links on his stream. He also said that he would donate some of his winnings to charity. However, many people doubted his intentions and warned him of the legal risks involved.
Kick.com and gambling streaming
Another project that Trainwrecks has recently launched is kick.com, a platform that claims to offer “the ultimate gaming experience” for streamers and viewers. Kick.com allows streamers to create their own custom games and challenges for their audience, such as trivia, polls, predictions, and more. Viewers can participate in these games and earn rewards in the form of kick tokens, which are a cryptocurrency that can be used on the platform or exchanged for other currencies.
However, kick.com has also raised some eyebrows for its connection to stake.com, an online casino that sponsors Trainwrecks and other gambling streamers. According to Trainwrecks himself, kick.com is powered by stake.com’s technology and uses its license to operate legally. This means that kick.com is essentially a gambling site that uses crypto as its currency. Some critics have accused Trainwrecks of misleading his fans and promoting gambling under the guise of gaming.
Conclusion
Trainwrecks is one of the most controversial figures on Twitch who has faced multiple bans and criticisms for his actions. He has a loyal fan base who support him regardless of his controversies but also many detractors who dislike him for his opinions and behaviors.
