Internet darling Imane ‘Pokimane’ Anys announced the expiration of her Twitch contract on January 31. The streamer didn’t offer any hints regarding a potential shift to another platform or if she planned to stick to the purple platform. But after days of speculation, fans finally have an answer.
In a post on her official Twitter handle, @pokimanelol, the content creator announced both her platform of choice and a very enticing giveaway for the fans who have supported her in her journey.
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about that platform announcement…
instead of choosing between a red or purple car, I'M GIVING ONE AWAY 😎
and as always, https://t.co/nlEB4g7esa 💜 pic.twitter.com/UrTBpYgBvT
— pokimane (@pokimanelol) February 8, 2022
While the post is great news for some fans, others aren’t too pleased.
Pokimane announces her streaming platform
In a tweet that went up on Thursday, February 9, Anys took a page out of Valkyrae‘s book as she too went for a simple announcement as opposed to a Ludwig-style cinematic reveal. Pokimane didn’t forget to take a dig on Ludwig’s YouTube announcement video from earlier either, as her tweet says:
“Instead of choosing between a red or purple car, I’M GIVING ONE AWAY”
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In a very nonchalant manner, Anys revealed what fans have been speculating about for days. Her streaming platform going forth will continue to be Twitch. This isn’t surprising, as Pokimane has seen meteoric growth on the purple platform since her heyday back in 2013. Currently sitting with over 8.9 million followers on Twitch, she is the most followed female streamer on the platform.
Additionally, the announcement came with its own giveaway. The sudden giveaway was perhaps the most surprising part of the post for many.
And it has got fans thrilled about the possibility of getting their hands on a shiny new Tesla. Just “leave it to Miss Pokimane.”
i can’t drive but sign me up
— FaZe Kalei (@KaleiRenay) February 8, 2022
Leave it to Miss Pokimane to give away a Tesla like hello??? Love it
— Sydney🔮 (@Sydeon) February 8, 2022
GIVE IT TO ME I'LL DRIVE US EVERYWHERE 👋😩
— aria (@AriaSaki) February 8, 2022
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They’ve got jokes.
wait so i was waiting here for no reason??? pic.twitter.com/HO04pZg04e
— Poki Bruh ඞ (@PokiBruh) February 8, 2022
But all is not well in the Poki land, and dissenters are making themselves heard.
taking this into account I hope? https://t.co/YBobD5QGOG
— Muad'dib (@TreydenT) February 8, 2022
GUYS DO NOT FALL FOR THIS SHAMELESS PUBLIC SCAM, THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS FREE CAR GIVEAWAYS, THE GOVERNMENT WILL APPLY PROPERTY TAX ON YOU AND WILL MAKE YOU PAY FOR IT!
— HASBULLAMBALA (@NReking) February 8, 2022
Yep. Give away a car 90% of your followers wouldn't be able to pay the taxes on.
— Kirusaru (Japanese Chris) {FFVI PR Waiting Room} (@Kirusaru_) February 9, 2022
Notably, people seem divided over the giveaway. But one thing is for sure, Pokimane returning to Twitch means fans can look forward to seeing more of the regular programming they love.
What do you look forward to seeing from Pokimane this year? Tell us in the comments below.
