The self-proclaimed “sports missionary”, ‘DrWitnesser’, was banned from Twitch indefinitely after several scandals for his attempts to preach the gospel during Fortnite games.
White or black button-up, bright orange tie, rectangular optical frames and a well-groomed beard shaped like a chin band – DrWitnesser paints a unique image like a Twitch streamer. And just as his facial hair has no mustache, the missionary gambler preaches a life without sin.
In the past, these efforts to spread the gospel have turned into uncomfortable moments with younger Fortnite players. At a particularly hot time, the streamer was banned for seven days by Twitch for telling a Muslim child that he would be “sentenced to hell”.
Now, it appears that the streaming platform has found more evidence of unpleasant behavior, prompting the team to demand an indefinite suspension against the religious streamer. In response, DrWitnesser criticized Twitch’s policies and announced a move to YouTube.
Twitch once again showed that it has no tolerance for a #Christian streamer who preaches what #Bible teaches. They are a biased and hypocritical organization that pushes their agenda down their throats. I’m glad I went … taking the time to decide my next move. pic.twitter.com/jMvRyAuIbF
– 𝘿𝙧.𝙒𝙞𝙩𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙧 (@DrWitnesser) January 7, 2021
As posted on January 6, DrWitnesser received an indefinite ban from Twitch for “engaging in hateful conduct against a person or group of people”. As the platform’s message indicates, the streamer’s behavior has resulted in numerous breaches (or an extreme breach) that go against Twitch’s hopes that users create a “positive and friendly experience”.
While it is unclear exactly what exactly led to the ban, Witnesser’s reaction seems to be more focused on the overall behavior of the platform than on any individual breaches. In response to the suspension, he made a general critique of the gaming giant: “They are a biased and hypocritical organization that pushes their agenda down their throats. I’m glad I went … taking the time to decide my next move. ”
Evidenced by a subsequent tweet, Witnesser didn’t need much time to decide his next move, as he quickly announced a move to YouTube.
Good news, folks! O #Bible The study I planned for tonight IS STILL ON! Pick me up live at https://t.co/CGJ0bCWNqB at 8 pm Eastern Time for a study of scriptural authority and why you can trust it!
– 𝘿𝙧.𝙒𝙞𝙩𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙧 (@DrWitnesser) January 7, 2021
Given the uncertainties surrounding Twitch’s DrWitnesser ban, it remains to be seen how his content will fare on YouTube. While neither platform has rules that specifically prohibit talking about religion, harassment and abuse policies are likely to disapprove of the threat of children with eternal damnation.
At the moment, Twitch has not responded to the anger of the Esports missionary, but we will certainly be informed if more information emerges.