Twitch Faces Backlash After Vtuber Tygre’S Controversial Unban

Unbanning Sparks Outrage

Twitch has found itself embroiled in yet another controversy after the rapid unban of VTuber Tygre, whose recent stream featured a furry avatar sporting a diaper. The stream, considered fetish-related by many, was allegedly showcased on Twitch’s homepage, creating a stir among viewers and content creators who criticized the platform for inconsistent moderation and apparent rule-breaking content. The incident has reignited discussions about Twitch's policing of its community guidelines, specifically concerning sexually suggestive material for its 13+ audience.

During the heated stream, Tygre, a transgender VTuber and a Twitch Partner, went live with a furry avatar donning a diaper – a look associated with the Adult Baby Diaper Lover (ABDL) community. The fact that Twitch’s algorithm reportedly promoted this stream on the homepage only heightened community backlash.

Community Backlash and Swift Unban

Viewers were quick to point fingers at Twitch, accusing the platform of bringing fetish-like content to a broad audience, directly conflicting with its own community guidelines. Mass reports and backlash ensued, leading to Tygre’s account being banned shortly after the stream. Yet, less than 24 hours later, Tygre's channel was reinstated, leaving many streamers and fans fuming over what they see as preferential treatment.

“At this point, Twitch is becoming soft-core OnlyFans.”

Critics argue the rapid unban reflected clear bias towards Partnered creators, like Tygre, who benefit from dedicated support and faster appeal processes. In stark contrast, smaller creators often face extended or permanent bans for far lesser infractions.

Twitch’s Silence Fuels Distrust

Silence from Twitch regarding this controversy has only added to the community's frustration. The platform has not publicly addressed the unban or why such content appeared on its homepage. Users accuse Twitch of prioritizing high-engagement content over community safety and consistent rule enforcement.

The Content Classification Label (CCL) system has also come under scrutiny. While "Sexual Themes" are permissible under specific labels, such streams should not occupy the homepage. The presence of Tygre's stream suggests lapses in content moderation or algorithm control, further straining trust among long-time users who already feel rules are selectively enforced.