The viral Skibidi Toilet phenomenon recently caused a bizarre DMCA kerfuffle involving the popular sandbox game Garry's Mod. Fortunately, the situation appears resolved, according to game developer Garry Newman.
Who Sent the DMCA Notice? Still a Mystery
While the exact source remains undisclosed, Garry Newman confirmed to IGN that a DMCA takedown notice was issued late last year by individuals connected to the Skibidi Toilet copyright holders. The notice targeted user-created Garry's Mod content featuring Skibidi Toilet characters like Titan Cameraman, Titan Speakerman, and Titan TV Man, citing copyright infringement and significant revenue generation from these unauthorized creations. The uncertainty remains whether the notice originated from DaFuqBoom or Invisible Narratives, the creators often associated with the Skibidi Toilet franchise.
Newman's initial reaction, shared on a Discord server ("Can you believe the cheek?"), quickly escalated into a viral online debate. However, he has since confirmed that the issue is resolved. The specifics of the resolution remain unannounced. The incident highlights the complexities of copyright in the realm of user-generated content and the rapid spread of online controversies.
