No more Fortnite Twitch streams on butts. I said what I said. If you're out of the loop on all things Twitch, there's a trend going around of streamers projecting their gameplays on green-screened body parts, usually intimate ones like butts and breasts. Because normal picture-in-picture is now apparently too boring. Twitch is putting a stop to its streamers' shenanigans, though, and will officially prohibit "content that focuses on clothed intimate body parts such as the buttocks, groin, or breasts for extended periods of time" starting on March 29.
Our Community Guidelines are designed to help make Twitch a welcoming place. Content on Twitch is always evolving, and we want to make sure our rules work as intended and keep up with emerging behaviors. When needed, we make updates to our rules to capture those shifts in…
— Twitch Support (@TwitchSupport) March 27, 2024
In a writeup on the trend, Kotaku explained that it all started when controversial streamer Morgpie projected her Fortnite gaming session on a closeup of her behind. After that, other streamers followed suit, overlaying their games on body parts both real and fictional, like anime thighs or anime boobs breasting boobily on screen while they're playing. Now, boobs and butts streaming is out. Don't get caught up on the "clothed intimate body parts" wording, as well — of course, their unclothed versions are also prohibited, as per Twitch's policy that doesn't allow users to broadcast or upload "content that contains depictions of real or fictional nudity, regardless of the medium used to create it."
Twitch had previously revised its guidelines due to Morgpie's activities on its platform. The streamer went live with a well-positioned camera that suggested she was gaming topless, shortly after Twitch relaxed its rules for sexual content on the platform. It gave rise to a meta of streamers pretending to be unclothed, prompting the platform to rescind those policy changes and ultimately to bar users from pretending to be fully or partially nude in their streams.
I’ve officially seen it all 💀pic.twitter.com/gZ96jSa3hD
— ryan 🤿 (@scubaryan_) March 16, 2024
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/twitch-bans-streams-overlaid-on-boobs-and-butts-100542551.html?src=rss
Estell Mann
It’s interesting to see how Twitch is cracking down on these types of streams. As a VR enthusiast, I’m always looking for innovative and immersive content, so it’s good to see platforms taking steps to maintain a positive and inclusive environment for all gamers. What are your thoughts on this shift in Twitch’s guidelines?
Fabian Mohr
As a fan of indie games, I applaud Twitch for promoting a welcoming atmosphere for all gamers. While I support pushing boundaries in gaming, I believe it can be done in a tasteful manner that respects all viewers. Twitch’s clear guidelines help create a community focused on gameplay rather than shock value. Adapting and evolving platforms like Twitch is crucial to ensure everyone feels accepted while enjoying games. What are your thoughts on balancing creative expression with a welcoming environment on streaming platforms?
EpicStrategist
Twitch’s decision to regulate streams focusing on intimate body parts is a positive move towards creating a more inclusive environment for all gamers, including VR enthusiasts like you. It’s crucial for platforms to evolve their rules to match changing trends, and Twitch’s actions show a commitment to professionalism and respect. How do you think these new guidelines will change the gaming experience on Twitch?