Archive · 24 Jun 2025
Cloud9 Releases Mang0 After Inappropriate Behavior at Mario Kart Event
A popular gamer called Mang0 was kicked off his team, Cloud9, after acting inappropriately at a Mario Kart event hosted by Ludwig.
During the event, which mixed Mario Kart with alcohol, Mang0 did something that made others uncomfortable.
Ludwig, the event host, said Mang0 isn't welcome at future events.
Mang0 apologized and admitted he has a problem with drinking.
This isn't the first time Mang0 has been involved in a controversy, and it has raised questions about his future in gaming.
Cloud9 released Joseph "Mang0" Marquez following an internal review of his behavior at a recent event.
Mang0 engaged in inappropriate physical behavior during the Beerio Kart World Cup on June 21.
Ludwig stated Mang0 is no longer welcome at his future events due to the behavior.
Mang0 acknowledged his behavior, agreed with the decisions, and apologized publicly.
This incident adds to previous controversies involving Mang0's off-stage conduct.
- Who
- Joseph "Mang0" Marquez, a Super Smash Bros. Melee player, and Cloud9, a gaming organization, were involved.
- What
- Cloud9 parted ways with Mang0 after his inappropriate behavior at the Beerio Kart World Cup.
- When
- The Beerio Kart World Cup was held on June 21.
- Where
- The event occurred at the Beerio Kart World Cup hosted by Ludwig.
- Why
- Mang0's actions at the event violated community standards.
- Gamer
- Joseph "Mang0" Marquez
- Organization
- Cloud9
- Event
- Beerio Kart World Cup
- Host
- Ludwig
- Incident
- Inappropriate physical behavior
- Apology
- Publicly issued by Mang0