In response to a viral topless stream featuring an OnlyFans model, Twitch has updated its sexual content guidelines. The changes now permit “artistic depictions of nudity,” including erotic dances, body writing, and content that highlights certain body regions, as long as it is properly labeled. The updated guidelines also address nudity in gaming, differentiating between prohibited pornographic games and those with incidental nudity. The move has sparked discussions and humor on social media under the trending term “Artistic Nudity.”
Twitch has faced ongoing challenges in managing sexual content on its platform
Twitch has encountered ongoing challenges in managing explicit content, with incidents like the “hot tub meta” in 2021, where streamers engaged in suggestive behavior in jacuzzis. In 2022, Twitch removed a feature that was exploited to promote explicit content on its front page. Recently, an OnlyFans model named Morgpie garnered attention for seemingly appearing topless on a stream while cleverly staying within Twitch’s guidelines. This incident sparked discussions among Twitch users, prompting the platform to clarify its rules. Despite operating within the terms of service, Morgpie faced a ban shortly after the incident. The ambiguity in Twitch’s guidelines and the ensuing debates highlight the ongoing struggle to strike a balance on the platform. Twitch is now seeking feedback and considering personalized viewer settings for the future.