Asmongold Calls for DrLupo’s Twitch Ban After Chess Cheating Scandal

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Summary

  • Asmongold has called for DrLupo to be banned from Twitch for cheating.
  • DrLupo was disqualified from a chess tournament for cheating.
  • Twitch enforces sanctions on streamers who cheat in online games.

Streamer Zack “Asmongold” Hoyt suggested that Twitch should ban user DrLupo following his confession of cheating in an online amateur chess competition. Known for his streaming activities, YouTube content, and charitable endeavors, DrLupo (Benjamin Lupo) is a popular figure on the platform.

On the 30th of April, DrLupo participated in Chess.com’s PogChamps competition, a tournament where content creators compete for an impressive $100,000 prize pool. In his game against Wolf, DrLupo made a critical error by leaving his queen exposed, but he managed to play the rest of the match flawlessly. Spectators, including chess professionals, were quick to point out that his moves seemed unusual, and accusations of cheating arose, which DrLupo initially refuted. However, Chess.com later disqualified DrLupo from the tournament after it was revealed he had used a chess engine to cheat during his match. Subsequently, DrLupo publicly admitted his mistake on stream, expressing regret and apologizing to his viewers and fellow competitors for his actions.

After DrLupo was disqualified, there were numerous calls for him to face a more severe penalty. During a recent broadcast, Asmongold argued that DrLupo should be permanently banned from Twitch for cheating. He stressed that not only did DrLupo confess to cheating in his chess match, but he also breached Twitch’s anti-cheating regulations. While Asmongold is recognized for making contentious remarks on matters such as tipping and social issues, he is correct in highlighting that Twitch does impose penalties on streamers who engage in cheating during online games.

What Do Twitch’s Community Guidelines Say About Cheating in Games?

Based on Twitch’s guidelines for community conduct, streamers who employ cheating or hacking tactics to gain an unfair edge in online gaming could face consequences ranging from suspension to the removal of their content and monetization tools. At this point, it remains unclear whether DrLupo will be disciplined for alleged cheating during the PogChamps tournament since his channel is still active. Recently, Twitch has updated its ban system by assigning expiration dates to violations and enabling reinstatement requests. If DrLupo were to be suspended, it’s probable that the suspension would last just 90 days because cheating in online games is classified as a minor infraction.

It’s not uncommon for Twitch to impose bans or suspensions on individuals who employ cheats while streaming. As far back as 2016, Twitch made it clear that Pokemon GO streamers would face consequences if found using external software to manipulate the game during their broadcast. Similarly, numerous FPS streamers have been penalized for utilizing aimbot in games. Therefore, it’s evident that Twitch is diligent about enforcing its regulations.

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2025-05-04 07:45