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What did Mang0 do? Super Smash Bros. legend faces backlash for harassing female streamers live on stream

(Image via X/@millirxch) Super Smash Bros legend Joseph "Mang0" Marquez is no stranger to the spotlight. But this time, he's trending for all the wrong reasons. At Ludwig's recent Beerio Kart event, what was supposed to be a chaotic, fun-filled gaming night spiraled into an uncomfortable mess, with Mang0's actions sparking outrage across Twitch, Reddit, and beyond. Here's everything about the viral incident. The Viral Moment That Sparked It All The Beerio Kart event brought together top-tier creators like Valkyrae, Maya Higa, ExtraEmily, Will Neff, and more to drink and game live. Mang0, invited as a guest, quickly turned heads, not for his gameplay, but for his erratic and highly inappropriate behavior. Clearly intoxicated, Mang0 was shirtless and hyperactive throughout the stream. But what crossed the line were his interactions with female streamers, particularly Maya Higa and ExtraEmily. The Viral Clips that Broke the Internet Though many of the original Twitch VODs were pulled, the internet never forgets. Mirror clips have been circulating widely especially on r/LivestreamFail , showing Mang0: Walking up behind Maya Higa mid-stream and placing a leg on her chair while mimicking a humping motion behind her head. Gyrating on a Toad plushie right next to her. Pressuring ExtraEmily to end her stream while repeatedly patting her hair and invading her space. Using a cardboard cutout of himself to simulate more inappropriate movements toward her, even groaning audibly while doing so. Ludwig, who hosted the event, tried to pull Mang0 away multiple times. But Mang0 kept returning, crossing physical boundaries and making everyone visibly uncomfortable. Fans and Fellow Creators Speak Out Fans, Redditors, and even longtime supporters were quick to slam Mang0's behavior. While some brushed it off as 'drunk shenanigans,' others called it out for what it was — inappropriate, uncomfortable, and borderline sexual harassment. The fact that it happened on stream, live, in front of thousands, only intensified the scrutiny. Some viewers argued that Mang0 'crossed a line' and 'should've been kicked out the moment it got weird.' Others questioned why the event lacked clear boundaries or interventions, especially when multiple female creators looked visibly uneasy. xQc Reacts to Super Smash Pro Player "Mang0" Harassing Multiple Females on Stream Why This Matters This isn't just about one chaotic night. It's about the fine line between content and consent, party and professionalism. When someone as influential as Mang0 behaves inappropriately, especially around women creators, it sends a message. And the internet is loud and clear: this kind of behavior isn't okay, no matter how iconic your status is. Mang0's Beerio Kart behavior has sparked major backlash due to repeated inappropriate conduct toward female streamers. Viral clips, fan outrage, and growing concerns over harassment at content creator events have turned a chaotic stream into a serious conversation. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here