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SquishyMuffinz

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Real Name

Mariano Arruda

Age

Birthday

November 29, 2000

Location

Canada

Creator since

2015 (11 years ago)

Language(s)

English

Daily Rank

24H Change

↓22

Live status

Live

Live now • 1.6K Viewers

Streaming: Counter-Strike

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Counter-Strike Rocket League RAINBOW SIX SIEGE VALORANT RLCS ESPORTS

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Bio

Early Rocket League Breakthrough

Mariano Arruda, better known as SquishyMuffinz, rose to prominence during Rocket League's early competitive boom through an unusual mix of mechanical creativity and calm, controlled gameplay. He began building an audience in the mid-2010s by posting high-level Rocket League content and streaming ranked play, tutorials, and competitive matches. His playstyle stood out because it combined flashy mechanics with efficient decision-making, making him popular with both casual viewers and serious players trying to improve. As Rocket League esports expanded, Squishy quickly became one of the game's most talked-about young talents. His early reputation was built on consistency, highlight-worthy reads, and a polished content style that translated well across both Twitch and YouTube.

Championship Career and Rise to Global Fame

Squishy became a true superstar during his time with Cloud9, where he helped form one of the most iconic rosters in Rocket League esports. The defining moment of his competitive career came when Cloud9 won the RLCS Season 6 World Championship, cementing his status as one of the game's all-time greats. He later joined NRG, adding another major chapter to his legacy and remaining a central figure in top-level North American Rocket League. Across his pro years, he built a résumé that included multiple LAN titles, deep international runs, and hundreds of thousands in tournament earnings. At the same time, his creator brand kept growing, allowing him to become one of the rare players whose content presence rivaled his esports reputation.

Legacy and Current Influence

Today, SquishyMuffinz is known not just as a former pro, but as one of Rocket League's defining creator personalities. Even after stepping back from full-time top-tier competition, he remained highly relevant through Twitch streams, YouTube uploads, watch parties, and community-driven content. His brand is built around technical skill, veteran insight, and a steady on-camera presence that appeals to longtime Rocket League fans. He also branches into other competitive titles on stream, but Rocket League remains the core of his identity and audience. For many viewers, Squishy represents the bridge between Rocket League's early golden era and its modern creator-driven scene.

Career milestones

2015

Started Streaming and Content Creation

SquishyMuffinz began building his audience through Rocket League gameplay on Twitch and YouTube.
2018

Won RLCS Season 6 World Championship

He won the Rocket League world title with Cloud9, one of the most celebrated championships in the game's history.
2020

Joined NRG

After Cloud9's Rocket League era ended, Squishy joined NRG and remained one of North America's biggest Rocket League stars.
2024

Shifted Focus Toward Content Creation

He publicly moved away from full-time pro play and leaned further into streaming, videos, and creator-led Rocket League content.
2025

Returned to Competitive RLCS Events

Squishy continued appearing in Rocket League competition while maintaining his identity as a major content creator.