What happened to Twitch streamer Asmongold?

Twitch streamer Asmongold, whose real name is Zack Hoyt, faced significant backlash after making offensive comments about Palestinians during a recent livestream. He referred to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and made derogatory statements, including suggesting that genocide is “built into Sharia Law” and labeling Palestinians as “terrible people.” These comments led to the banning of his Twitch account, Zackrawrr.

In response to the controversy, Hoyt offered a vague apology on social media, acknowledging he was “way too much of an a**hole about the Palestine thing.” However, this apology was criticized as being insufficient and insincere by many in the community, including fellow streamers. Some called for actions beyond words, such as fundraising for affected communities in Gaza.

The situation has raised concerns about potential fallout for the OTK Network, which Hoyt co-founded, as many expressed intentions to boycott the organization due to his comments. Despite the backlash, his primary Twitch account, Asmongold, has not yet been banned.