Former Major champion Jake “Stewie2K” Yip has found himself at the center of a major controversy in the Counter-Strike 2 community. Several traders have accused him of scamming during skin transactions — allegedly taking upfront payments for items he never delivered, then disappearing from contact. According to published screenshots, Stewie2K may owe thousands of dollars, with rumors suggesting he lost the money through betting and online casinos.
First Accusations: “He Took Advantage of My Trust”
The first public accusation came from trader MitaoCatCS, who posted a series of tweets alleging that Stewie2K “acted like a scammer” and owes him money from an unfulfilled deal:
@Stewie is a piece of shit, later i will show some chats with him and expose, no time to do it now
He owed me a lot of items i sent money b4 updating in advance then he backed the deal, didn't send any cash back
keep taking advantage of me
Now changed his plan that he wanted…
— MitaoCatCS (@MitaoCatCS) October 27, 2025
According to MitaoCatCS, Stewie2K received advance payment for skins before a CS2 market update, but later “changed his mind” and never returned the money, despite promising to do so once the trade system was “reset.”
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Chat Logs: Crypto Wallets, Payments, and “Trade Protected” Skins
Following his post, MitaoCat published screenshots of his private DMs with Stewie2K’s verified “Jake” account, showing detailed negotiations about transfers and trades.
- On October 14, 2025, the trader asked for a payment address, and Stewie2K sent an Ethereum wallet (0x64E80D…36C493), accepting payment in USDT/USDC.
- Mitao confirmed a $4,000 transfer, to which Stewie replied, “ok, sent 4k Talk soon.”
- Later screenshots show Stewie showcasing skins from his inventory: Sport Gloves | Vice (Well-Worn), Karambit | Case Hardened (Factory New), Butterfly Knife | Doppler Phase 1 — all labeled “Trade Protected.”
- Additional payments of $820, $189, and $1,800 were also confirmed, with Stewie responding, “Got it! Talk soon” and “Sent sir.”
According to MitaoCat, after several such exchanges, Stewie stopped responding, and none of the items were delivered.
Timeline: From “Sponsor Deals” to Total Silence
In the messages, Stewie2K allegedly explained the delays by saying he “receives skins from his sponsor monthly” and could “add more items to the withdrawal list.” Between October 14–16, they discussed new sales, with Stewie promising repayment after “the trade update.” After October 16, communication abruptly stopped — the trader never received his skins or refunds.
Further Confirmation: Another Trader Speaks Out
The accusations against Stewie2K continue to gain credibility as another trader, THATCROWNGUY, came forward to share a similar experience. His comments echoed the claims made by MitaoCatCS, reinforcing the image of a pattern of manipulative behavior rather than an isolated incident.
@Stewie is definitely retarded, dealt with him and had a near scam experience for the first time. He is abusing his Reputation at this point. He is egoistic, arrogant, victim blaming and extreme anger issues.
I paid ~30k$ to buy m0e's items and never got them, kept taking… https://t.co/cMPGyb7cYT— ThatCrownGuy 🇵🇸 (@SkylineHere) October 27, 2025
According to THATCROWNGUY, Stewie2K received around $30,000 from him during a previous trade period but then disappeared for nearly two weeks before returning as if nothing had happened.
In the replies, several users reminded others that, according to community rumors, Stewie2K was reportedly worth “almost a billion dollars” in 2022, due to sponsorship deals and investments. The contrast between that reputation and his current controversies has led many to call the situation a complete fall from grace for one of NA Counter-Strike’s most iconic figures.
Community Reaction: Outrage and Sarcasm Across Twitter
The scandal quickly went viral, spreading through the English-speaking Counter-Strike community on Twitter/X. Hundreds of users expressed support for MitaoCatCS and condemned Stewie2K’s actions, calling the situation “a disgrace for a legend.”
- Meluhdy: “What a weirdo lol he clearly lost your money, hope you get it back, Mitao.”
- CHarambeCS: “This sucks, man. He not only wasted your capital but also a lot of your time and mind space.”
- Astroooo (Buying Skins): “Damn sucks to see this bro. Hopefully, he keeps his word and pays you on the 1st. Very fucked up situation.”
- Epidemic: “Mitao is one of the most reputable traders in our space. @Stewie please sort this out — everyone makes mistakes, but just pay the man.”
- Nalo_CS2: “It seems like he lost your money and can’t trade it back now. That’s his fault definitely.”
- Vancho666_CS: “What do you expect from a TradeIt ambassador — they’ve been scamming people for years charging 30–40% per trade.”
Among traders and influencers, a consensus has formed that MitaoCatCS is one of the most trusted names in the community, while Stewie2K’s reputation is rapidly collapsing. He’s now being mockingly referred to as “Jake the Snake”, and some users claim that “after this scandal, Stewie2K won’t be able to return to the CS scene without apologies and repayment.”
Analysis: What’s Behind Stewie2K’s Behavior?
Analysts note that Stewie2K has long been in a “career limbo.” Since stepping away from competition, he has focused on streaming and content creation but rarely participates in tournaments. According to community speculation, the loss of stable income might have driven him to risky or unethical financial choices.
The “casino” angle mirrors past stories of ex-pro players who lost money to gambling or borrowed funds under false pretenses. If true, this could mark another instance of a fallen esports star losing control over their finances.
Stewie2K’s Response
As of this writing, Stewie2K has not issued any public statement. His Twitter account remains active, though unrelated to the scandal. Some fans speculate he may be trying to settle the issue privately to avoid legal or sponsorship fallout. Meanwhile, MitaoCat has said he plans to publish a full record of transactions and screenshots to prove the scam was “systematic — not a one-time event.”
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Context: From Major Champion to Controversy
Jake “Stewie2K” Yip is a North American ounter-Strike legend, winner of ELEAGUE Major Boston 2018 with Cloud9, and former player for Team Liquid and Evil Geniuses. Known for his aggressive playstyle, charisma, and leadership, Stewie was once considered the face of NA CS. After stepping away from competition in 2022, he focused on streaming — but recent years have seen a decline in relevance and growing controversy.
If the accusations are confirmed, this could become one of the most damaging reputation scandals in North American Counter-Strike history.
