Dream Responds to Fan Backlash Following XGaming Partnership Controversy

Minecraft YouTuber Dream has responded to criticism following his announcement of a partnership with XGaming to stream on X. This news prompted backlash from some viewers.

On September 12, 2024, users on X, formerly known as Twitter, noticed a red icon appearing beside the names of prominent content creators, indicating that the platform was entering the competitive streaming arena.

Key figures joining XGaming alongside Dream include Twitch star EsfandTV, Chess Grandmaster Hikaru, and fellow Minecraft YouTubers Sapnap and Dream.

Dream’s choice to stream on the platform led to negative reactions, with some fans expressing their concerns in his subreddit, labeling X as “toxic” and criticizing Dream’s decision as a “poor judgment call.” One user articulated their frustrations, questioning why Dream would choose to stream on a platform perceived as hostile towards him.

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The Redditor further criticized the platform, expressing that supporting Elon Musk’s Twitter post-acquisition was a mistake, citing the platform’s decline under Musk’s management.

After noticing the subreddit post, Dream expressed his anger in a voice stream on X, addressing much of the criticism directly. He initially confronted the claim that he was “desperate for money,” clarifying that the financial aspect of his partnership was not substantial.

“What? It’s not like we got paid a billion dollars. Or, even a lot of money. It was not a lot of money at all. At all,” he stated. “I would have done it for free.”

An image of YouTuber Dream — YouTube: Dream

Dream further shared his perspective on the morality of streaming platforms, arguing that no streaming service excels in terms of ethical considerations. “Most companies don’t win on morality, let alone streaming companies,” he remarked.

Additionally, Dream clarified the nature of his contract with XGaming, indicating that it is a cross-streaming agreement, allowing him to broadcast simultaneously on other platforms such as Twitch.

Non-exclusive contracts have gained traction in the industry, with platforms like Kick signing several prominent streamers while allowing them to maintain their presence on other services.

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