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11-year legacy ends: Cloud9 drops Mang0 after Beerio Kart incident

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Mang0 no longer has his contract with Cloud9, he’s been disqualified from Super Smash Bros. Melee competitions, and he can’t stream until Twitch removes his ban – this is all the information you need about Ludwig’s latest Beerio Kart event.

Prior to the Beerio Kart event, Joseph “Mang0” Marquez was primarily recognized as a player representing Cloud9 in tournaments like EVO, Genesis, or Supernova. The renowned Super Smash Bros. star has recently found himself at the center of attention following the termination of his contract by the team that backed him for over a decade.

On June 21st, an event took place known as Beerio Kart, a lively online party hosted by Ludwig Anders Ahgren. This gathering features numerous internet celebrities participating in a Mario Kart tournament, with alcoholic beverages adding to the festivities. In the 2025 version of this event, Ludwig shifted the focus away from the competition itself and towards the streamers. Naturally, each participant was given the freedom to broadcast their own perspective during the event.

Instead, Mang0 wasn’t present live during the party, and at some stage, he stopped participating in Mario Kart. The former Cloud9 player had consumed an excessive amount of alcohol. In this potentially hazardous condition, he chose to make inappropriate jokes by mimicking sexual gestures towards other male and female streamers when they were preoccupied.

Several live-streamers captured this event on video. Among the most widely shared clips were those from Maya Higa and Extra Emily. Nevertheless, it was reported that Mang0 had numerous other awkward instances during Beerio Kart as well.

What consequences will Mang0 face after Beerio Kart and Cloud9’s kick?

It appears so far that Mang0’s actions won’t lead to any legal consequences, but his career has suffered significantly as a result of this incident. Beyond losing his esports sponsorship, he has also been barred from participating in Supernova, one of the remaining Smash Bros. Melee competitions. The announcement was made through social media, stating that “We appreciate Mang0’s cooperation,” indicating that he was informed about the decision prior to it being made.

Ludwig, as the organizer of the Beerio Kart event, announced that Mang0 would not receive invitations to any future events under his Mogul Moves production company.

In response to this decision, numerous online users expressed their displeasure. While they don’t challenge Mang0’s ban or his termination from Cloud9, they are critical of his approach during the situation. A video of Ludwig celebrating the player passing a breathalyzer test at 0.32 went viral, leading spectators to wonder if he took any action to prevent such behavior or simply endorsed it.

Keeping things in context, a blood alcohol level of 0.32 is more than just risky; it could cause alcohol poisoning, loss of consciousness, or even be fatal in certain situations.

Twitch has temporarily suspended the account of the Smash Bros. Melee player. At present, there’s no word on when the ban will be lifted, but it’s not a permanent measure.

Mang0’s statement after the incident and the community’s reaction

Prior to Cloud9’s announcement, Mang0 had been expressing remorse for his conduct during the Beerio Kart event. His posts included statements such as “Ninety-nine percent of my issues usually arise from drinking, so I’m going to reassess my relationship with alcohol,” and “There’s no one else to blame but me, but goodness gracious. I never thought I could reach such a low point.

In the end, on June 24th, he penned a detailed letter to all his followers, in which Mang0 acknowledged and apologized for the behavior that led to the unfavorable responses he received during the Beerio Kart event. He also revealed his struggle with alcohol addiction and how it strained his family ties. To conclude, he expressed his agreement with the bans and urged the community not to condone his actions. The gaming professional has decided to seek professional help and will temporarily withdraw from public life during this period.

In terms of the ban, I’m on board with it. My ultimate goal has always been the well-being of Melee. If my return is not in the cards, I understand. The priority now is addressing what I can control and ensuring I never repeat those actions. Building trust takes time, and some may choose to keep their distance. I wholeheartedly respect that decision.

Joseph “Mang0” Marquez

Participants, broadcasters, and professional gamers voiced their sentiments regarding Mang0’s circumstances. Similar to numerous online spectators, Jeffrey “Axe” Williamson expressed his backing. Although he mentioned feeling extremely let down, he also expressed confidence that this situation will ultimately lead to a positive transformation for him.

Alternatively, Zack “Asmongold” Hoyt believes it’s not unusual behavior at a party, but he concurs with the sentiment that Mang0’s actions were wrong. He emphasizes that such content should never be broadcast on a live stream.

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2025-06-30 16:11

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