Twitch and the BibleThump Emote: The End of an Era
The Future of Twitch's BibleThump Emote
Pretty soon, Twitch users will no longer be able to express their sadness with the BibleThump emote. According to Twitch, on September 30th, its rights to display the popular crying pink blob will expire after over a decade of being one of the foundational Twitch emotes.
The Origin of BibleThump
The BibleThump emote comes from The Binding of Isaac, a 2011 roguelike created by Edmund McMillen and Florian Himsl. In the game, players navigate procedurally generated dungeons while evading various threats, all while evoking the emotional essence of the character through its unique portrayal.
Current Status and Potential Renewal
- BibleThump is widely used to express sadness or frustration.
- It has been a global Twitch emote since 2013.
- Developer Edmund McMillen offers to collaborate on a solution for its potential retention.
Twitch is currently experiencing budget constraints and has cut down on streamer deals and services, including the cessation of operations in certain high-cost areas. This uncertain financial landscape raises questions about the viability of keeping iconic emotes like BibleThump.
Ultimately, it is up to Twitch to decide the fate of this beloved emote, as McMillen indicated that he has no control over the platform's policies.
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