What is backseating in twitch?

Backseating refers to the act of a viewer telling or advising a streamer on what to do in their game or how to play, typically without the streamer's consent. This can lead to frustration and annoyance for the streamer, who may feel like their autonomy and skill are being questioned.

Backseating can also create a negative atmosphere in chat, as other viewers may become irritated with the behavior and engage in arguments with the backseater.

Many streamers have policies in place to discourage backseating, such as putting a "no backseat gaming" rule in their chat or using chat commands to remind viewers to let them play on their own. Ultimately, backseating is a violation of a streamer's autonomy and can detract from the enjoyment of their content for both the streamer and other viewers.