Gaming has hold tenants back entirely in the present era. Do you belong to the school of thought that thinks playing video games is just a game? Well, you need to change your thinking because it is no longer just a game. Nowadays, professional video gamers take home massive amounts of money when they win.
As a result, the competitive gaming industry is on the rise globally and has become a multibillion-dollar industry. In fact, recent revenue reports suggest that it has started rivaling the revenues of television and film distribution.
Pro gamers compete in different game genres ranging from complex strategy games to violent shooters. Moreover, the winners of these eSports competitions usually take home huge sums of money. For instance, in 2019, Tyler “Ninja” Blevins made 17 million USD.
There are several factors that help decide the most famous pro gamers of all time. Women are also doing well in online games. For example, when you look at the top poker players of all time you will discover there is great talent among the ages.
From the time gamers were able to compete head-to-head in video games, the competition has become tough. Moreover, there are millions of players getting into the competition. It has also attracted teams, sponsors, fans, leagues, and professionals. So, who are the greatest players of all time in the history of eSports?
1. Moon
Jang Jae-ho is regarded as the greatest Warcraft 3 gamer of all time. He won championships in South Korea. Furthermore, he was consistent in winning against the best competition globally. His gaming prowess made Moon a global icon.
Moon also entered the history books for the record-breaking contract he got in 2009. He has been the best eSports in the world for almost seven years. WeMade FOX, a South Korean team, offered him a 500,000 USD contract. This reflected his status and success.
2. Diago
Tomo Ohira rose to become the first king of the Street Fighter when he dominated the game in California during the game’s launch. But the biggest question remains, could he beat Diago?
Japan’s Diago Umehara was one of the biggest stars in eSports. His win against Alex Valle in Street Fighter Alpha 3 during his trip to America started his journey to greatness. Umehara, who is also known as “The Beast,” started his gaming journey in 1991. Later in 1997, he rose to become Japan’s Street Fighter national champion.
There are very few games that can match Diago’s resume. His longevity in the industry is also unmatched.
3. Boxer
Starcraft became the greatest eSports game in the world from 1998 to 2010. In the same period, tech-savvy youth from South Korea embraced professional gaming. Many went on to become celebrities, but Boxer stood out from the rest.
He won his first major tournament in 1999. Moreover, his stomping ground was South Korea’s Starleague. He overcame his biggest rival, “The Storm Zerg” Yellow earning his first back-to-back league titles. He also conquered the World Cyber Games in 2001 and 2002. He kept competing at the highest level until 2004.
He also had some of the most memorable rivalries in the industry. His abilities helped him grab a contract worth 180000 USD.
4. GeT_RiGhT
Christopher Alesund, AKA GeT_RiGhT, made his debut in Counter-Strike 1.6 circuit in 2007. Two years later, the gamer made his way to the Counter-Strike royalty. He fought for a spot in Sweden’s top teams and earned a spot in Fnatic. GeT_RiGhT worked hard to define Counter-Strike 1.6 in Sweden.
His greatest strengths are his sense of awareness, great aim, and movement. He was a huge success for Fnatic winning 10 events in his first year with the team. He also established himself as the best player on the planet for Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. He also continually kept raising the bar for a decade, making him among the best three gamers of all time.
5. Flash
Starcraft was the most competitive game on the planet between 1998 and 2010. In the same period, Lee Young Ho, AKA Flash, became the most dominant player. The Flash also made over 400000 USD in tournament wins. He also made hundreds of thousands in endorsements and contracts.
Flash also has an unbelievable 70% win rate in the top competition in the world. He is also the gamer with the highest rating of all time. Moreover, he also holds the record for the longest tenure as the number one ranked player globally.
6. Faker
Lee Sang-hyeok, AKA Faker, is The League of Legends superstar. He is considered the best gamer in eSports history. Faker is a true outlier, very talented, and stands level above the rest of the professional gamers.
Faker burst into the gaming scene in 2003 as a 17-year-old. He was scouted by SK Telecom, the biggest eSports team in South Korea, and became the team’s star player leading them to a third finish in the Spring season. SKT went on to win the World Championship at the Staples Center in LA.
He is among only two League of Legends players to win three World Titles. He has also won six domestic titles since bursting into the scene. He has also won every international competition in the league. Faker is also the only eSports player to appear on the cover of ESPN’s Magazine.
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