One big thing: YouTuber DarkSydePhil caught in $40K WWE Champions spending scandal
Popular YouTuber DarkSydePhil (DSP) is under fire for allegedly spending tens of thousands of dollars on the mobile game WWE Champions, despite previously denying such expenditures.
The details:
• Receipts surfaced showing an account linked to DSP spent upwards of $40,000 on WWE Champions.
• DSP had claimed he couldn’t afford a honeymoon or pay bills, asking fans for financial help.
• He previously denied spending large sums on the game, calling such accusations “trolling.”
• The account in question, initially named “TheyCallMeDSP,” was later changed to “DownFromTheRafters.”
Why it matters:
This revelation exposes a potential pattern of dishonesty from DSP, undermining his credibility with fans and followers. It also highlights the addictive nature of mobile games and the financial risks they can pose to players.
By the numbers:
• WWE Champions has over 35 million players worldwide.
• The game features more than 250 WWE Superstars.
• For comparison, WWE 2K24 with all DLC costs around $120.
What they’re saying:
DSP recently admitted to still playing the game but maintains he hasn’t spent more than $1,000 over the years.
“I played it on and off casually… I lost interest in it, because it’s a gem breaker game,” DSP previously stated.
The big picture:
This controversy is part of a larger pattern of scrutiny surrounding DSP’s online behavior and financial decisions. It raises questions about transparency in content creation and the responsibilities of influencers to their audiences.
What do you think about the ethics of spending such large amounts on mobile games? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
