Twitch streamer and Valorant esports caster Mimi ‘aEvilcat’ Wermcrantz found herself in an unexpected predicament when she discovered she had to confirm her age to apply for the partnership program on Twitch, despite her previous work with Twitch Rivals.
Twitch Partnership: A Major Career Milestone
For aspiring streamers, securing a Twitch partnership is a significant milestone that can propel their careers to new heights.
This coveted status grants streamers access to a range of benefits, including increased revenue through ad monetization, improved support from the platform, and other valuable perks.
However, not all streamers find it easy to obtain this status, with some facing numerous rejections before eventually being accepted.
Given her extensive experience as a caster for high-profile events such as Twitch Rivals and Valorant Champions 2022, aEvilcat was taken aback by the requirement to verify her age during the partnership application process.
Age Verification Request on Twitch
aEvilcat took to Twitter to share her disbelief, posting a screenshot of a message from Twitch requesting her confirmation that she was above the age of 13.
Additionally, she was asked to fill out a form to continue her application for partnership.
In light of the unexpected request, the 20-year-old streamer injected humor into the situation, jokingly declaring, “Guys I’m 12, they finally found me out.”
Her lighthearted remark aimed to ease the tension surrounding the age verification process.
Leveraging Twitch Rivals Experience
In an attempt to expedite the approval process, aEvilcat pointed out her previous work with Twitch Rivals, emphasizing the irony of Twitch hiring her to cast the event while simultaneously questioning her age.
She humorously remarked, “If I’m 12, then y’all hiring me to cast Twitch Rivals that one time is a flagrant child labor violation.”
While it remains uncertain whether her involvement with Twitch Rivals will influence the speed at which her application is processed, the situation has certainly added an unusual twist to the ordeal.
Hoping for a Swift Resolution
Despite the unexpected hurdle, aEvilcat and her supporters remain hopeful that the age verification process will be swiftly resolved, allowing her to reap the benefits of becoming a Twitch partner.
It is a matter of great importance for her to receive the advantages that come with this status.
As the streaming community eagerly follows aEvilcat’s progress, they anticipate a positive outcome for the talented caster who has already proven her abilities by contributing to prominent esports events.