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Ludwig Ahgren Responds to EVO Street Fighter Clip Backlash
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By the numbers: this timeline documents 3 events from Jun 26, 2026 to Jun 27, 2026, drawn from 1 source.
“I like Street Fighter, but I also like viewers.”
via dexerto.com
Background
EVO 2026 took place June 26‑28 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, featuring Street Fighter 6 among its 12 titles. Ludwig Ahgren participated in the Friday Night Showdown, a first‑to‑10 exhibition against Tyler1 on Day 1.
During the live segment, Tyler1 asked Ludwig why he hadn't streamed Street Fighter 6 much before the event. Ludwig replied, "I like Street Fighter, but I also like viewers," a line that quickly spread on X.
The timeline
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EVO Vegas 2026 opens
EVO 2026 reportedly begins at the Las Vegas Convention Center, with Street Fighter 6 scheduled as one of the featured games.[422]
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Viral clip of Ludwig's comment spreads
A short clip from the Friday Night Showdown reportedly shows Ludwig saying, "I like Street Fighter, but I also like viewers," which users shared on X, reportedly sparking criticism from parts of the fighting game community.[422]
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Ludwig posts response on X
Ludwig reportedly wrote on X that he was "actively at EVO meeting FGC fans" and called the backlash "made up Twitter drama from a sloptuber," appearing to indicate he did not feel the criticism reflected the event atmosphere.[422]
Frequently asked
What did Ludwig Ahgren say that caused the controversy?
He said, "I like Street Fighter, but I also like viewers" during a live interview with Tyler1 at EVO.
How did Ludwig respond to the criticism?
He posted on X that the backlash was fabricated and that he was enjoying meeting fans at EVO.
When did the viral clip appear?
The clip circulated on June 27, 2026, the first day of EVO's Street Fighter 6 exhibition.
Is the situation resolved?
The controversy remains ongoing, with discussions continuing on social media.
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GenZHype. “Ludwig Ahgren Responds to EVO Street Fighter Clip Backlash.”
GenZHype, 5 September 2026,
https://genzhype.com/drama/ludwig-ahgren-responds-to-evo-street-fighter-clip-backlash/.