Twitch Star Trainwreck Voices Controversial Opinion about TwitchCon San Diego
Tyler “Trainwreck” Niknam, a popular Twitch star, responded to a viral video showing an event worker at TwitchCon San Diego criticizing attendees for their behavior and social skills. Trainwreck wasn’t surprised by the worker’s comments and took the opportunity to share his own thoughts on the matter.
Trainwreck Criticizes Attendees
In his response, Trainwreck referred to the event as a gathering of insecure and corrupt individuals trying to relive high school in their own misguided way. He specifically called out streamers, claiming that many of the “good guys” on Twitch are actually selfish and greedy behind closed doors. He believes this is evident from the vocal minority within their communities.
Mixed Reactions to Trainwreck’s Comments
Trainwreck’s tweet gained over 7,000 likes, indicating that a portion of his fanbase shares his views. However, not everyone agreed with his claims.
One user responded by suggesting that Trainwreck may still feel bitter about streamers campaigning against his gambling streams, which resulted in a ban on gambling content on Twitch.
Another user simply dismissed Trainwreck’s comments and told him to “cry more.”
Trainwreck’s Criticism of Mainstream Twitch Stars
Trainwreck has been vocal about his dissatisfaction with mainstream Twitch stars and their influence over the platform. He specifically targeted Imane “Pokimane” Anys, accusing her of being one of the most corrupt figures on Twitch.
Trainwreck’s Success on Twitch
Despite being an outsider in the Twitch community, Trainwreck has found success on the platform. According to TwitchTracker, he has averaged over 30,000 viewers in 2022, with a peak of 70,000. He has also gained nearly 500,000 followers this year, bringing his total to 2.1 million.
Based on his accomplishments and the trajectory of his channel, it seems Trainwreck is content with his current situation.