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Mew2King Banned After Bug Infestation Claims

PUBLISHED Oct 16, 2026, 10:03 PM ET

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Professional Super Smash Bros. player Jason ‘Mew2King’ Zimmerman was barred from the Xtreme Fighters Showdown after tweeting swollen‑hand photos and claiming a house bug infestation. The posts, shared on the day before October 16, 2026, sparked fan concern over possible bed‑bug spread. The tournament’s CEO issued a statement that the event would not invite Zimmerman for safety reasons. Zimmerman later deleted all related tweets and has not issued a public update. The incident follows other recent gaming health controversies, highlighting the growing scrutiny of player wellbeing at competitive events.

By Lauren B. | JQJO News

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On October 15 2026 Zimmerman posts swollen‑hand photos and bug bite claims.

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