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<p>Félix Lengyel , better known as xQc (formerly xQcOW), is a Canadian <a href="/facts/Online_streamer/lXRHsVgl">online streamer</a>, <a href="/facts/Influencer/LDKWohN1">influencer</a>, and former professional <i><a href="/facts/Overwatch_(video_game)/KjfuwewL">Overwatch</a></i> player. </p><p>While he is best known for his streaming career, Lengyel initially gained recognition as a professional <i>Overwatch</i> player. His esports career began in 2016, during which he also started streaming regularly. He joined the <a href="/facts/Dallas_Fuel/aUokGCbw">Dallas Fuel</a>, a team competing in the inaugural season of the <a href="/facts/Overwatch_League/H1natzhr">Overwatch League</a>, in late 2017. However, his time with the Dallas Fuel was marred by controversy, resulting in repeated suspensions and ultimately his release from the team midway through the season. Additionally, Lengyel represented Team Canada in the <a href="/facts/Overwatch_World_Cup/UotlMV64">Overwatch World Cup</a> from 2017 to 2019. </p><p>Following his departure from competitive <i>Overwatch</i>, Lengyel shifted his focus to a full-time streaming career on <a href="/facts/Twitch_(service)/mpXWXcTj">Twitch</a>. During this period, he also signed with several esports organizations, such as <a href="/facts/Sentinels_(esports)/aWytGaqM">Sentinels</a> and <a href="/facts/Luminosity_Gaming/TJ7FWgwl">Luminosity Gaming</a>, as a content creator. Throughout his streaming career, Lengyel has faced several bans and suspensions on Twitch for violating platform guidelines. These incidents involved showing explicit content, making offensive remarks, and engaging in <a href="/facts/Stream_sniping/CB43hEW6">stream sniping</a>. Despite these controversies, Lengyel maintained a large and dedicated fanbase, consistently attracting high viewership numbers. He was the most-watched streamer on Twitch for three consecutive years, from 2020 to 2022. In June 2023, Lengyel signed a two-year, non-exclusive $100 million deal to stream on <a href="/facts/Kick_(service)/ql3P5Kzu">Kick</a>. </p>