DrDisrespect, also known as Guy Beahm, has been released from Midnight Society, the developer behind the popular game Deadrop, after an internal probe into alleged misconduct. This decision came after a former Twitch employee revealed that DrDisrespect was banned from Twitch in 2020 for inappropriately messaging a minor. The platform did not disclose the reason for the ban at the time, but the recent revelations shed light on the situation.
In response to these allegations, Midnight Society conducted its own investigation and decided to cut ties with DrDisrespect. This move has left the future of the company and its employees uncertain, as the reputation of the studio is closely tied to its cofounder. While distancing itself from DrDisrespect may help restore its reputation, the studio is also losing a valuable asset in terms of his platform and community.
Prior to these events, DrDisrespect had sued Twitch over his ban and reached a settlement with the platform in 2022. Despite maintaining his innocence and denying any wrongdoing, the legal agreement between the two parties resulted in Twitch paying out the remainder of Beahm’s exclusivity contract. Following these developments, DrDisrespect has announced that he will be taking a break from streaming for an indefinite period.
The fallout from these revelations highlights the challenges faced by creator-led startups when the actions of their founders come into question. The decisions made by Midnight Society in response to the allegations against DrDisrespect will have a significant impact on the future of the company and its employees. As the gaming community reacts to these events, it remains to be seen how the studio will navigate this turbulent period and move forward without its cofounder.
