Key Takeaways
- Dr Disrespect is confident he’ll return to Midnight Society despite the Twitch ban controversy.
- Allegations of inappropriate messages to a minor led to backlash and consequences.
- Uncertainty surrounds Dr Disrespect’s future with Midnight Society amid recent layoffs.
Former Twitch streamer Dr Disrespect has addressed his future with Midnight Society, expressing confidence that he’ll return to the studio. The split came after the company distanced itself from him in June following the public revelation of the reasons behind his Twitch ban.
Former Twitch employee Cody Conners alleged that Dr Disrespect’s ban from the platform was linked to inappropriate conversations with a minor through Twitch’s “Whisper” direct messaging feature. These claims sparked widespread criticism from both the public and fellow streamers. As a result, the streamer faced significant consequences, with companies like Midnight Society, the San Francisco 49ers, and Turtle Beach cutting ties with him. Following the controversy, he announced a hiatus from streaming but returned in September. During his comeback stream, he addressed the situation, claiming that the individual involved was over the legal age of consent at the time.
In a recent stream, controversial YouTube streamer Dr Disrespect was questioned about why he had not removed Midnight Society from his Twitter bio. He stated, “That’s the Two-Time’s studio. That’s the Two-Time’s game,” emphasizing his deep connection to the studio. Dr Disrespect explained that the studio represents his vision for a game he conceptualized years ago alongside a few collaborators. Additionally, the streamer conveyed optimism about his future with Midnight Society, suggesting that he expects to re-engage with the company soon: “Just give it a little bit more time. We’ll be right back in it, champs.”
Midnight Society Recently Hit With Layoffs
While it remains uncertain when or if Dr Disrespect will return to his role with the studio, it is important to highlight that Midnight Society has recently experienced significant layoffs. This announcement came alongside the news that the release of Deadrop, a vertical first-person extraction shooter, has been postponed to 2025. The game was initially unveiled by Midnight Society in early 2022, generating considerable excitement among many fans. These developments show how the Twitch ban controversy surrounding Dr Disrespect has impacted Midnight Society.
Moreover, despite Dr Disrespect’s return to streaming on YouTube, he continues to grapple with various challenges. Following the allegations, Dr Disrespect was removed from YouTube’s Partner Program, leaving his channel unmonetized as of this writing. His comeback has also drawn criticism from fellow streamers. For example, Nickmercs has expressed that Dr Disrespect’s actions involving inappropriate messages to a minor are “inexcusable.” Nevertheless, it will be fascinating to see if Dr Disrespect can ultimately prove his innocence and restore the respect he once commanded, as well as whether he can mend relationships with companies that have distanced themselves from him.
