The earnings of professional esports players can vary widely based on a number of factors, including their level of skill, the popularity of the game they compete in, the size of the esports tournament or league, and their individual contracts with sponsors or teams.
Some top-tier esports players can earn millions of dollars in prize money and endorsements each year, while others may only earn a modest income or even struggle to make a living from playing esports.
According to Esports Earnings, a website that tracks esports tournament winnings, the top-earning esports player as of May 2023 is Johan “N0tail” Sundstein, a Dota 2 player from Denmark, with over $7.7 million in career earnings. However, it’s worth noting that not all esports earnings are publicly disclosed, and many professional esports players may also earn income from sources outside of tournament winnings, such as sponsorships or streaming revenue.
Johan “N0tail” Sundstein
Johan “N0tail” Sundstein is a Danish professional Dota 2 player who is widely considered one of the best players in the game’s history. He is the captain and support player for the team OG, which has won multiple Dota 2 Majors and The International tournaments.
According to Esports Earnings, as of May 2023, N0tail has earned over $7.9 million in prize money from Dota 2 tournaments, making him one of the highest-earning esports players of all time. He has won four out of the nine Dota 2 International tournaments, including back-to-back wins in 2018 and 2019 with his team OG.
N0tail is known for his versatility and leadership within his team, as well as his exceptional game sense and ability to make clutch plays in high-pressure situations. He has a large following of fans on social media and streaming platforms, and has signed sponsorship deals with companies such as Red Bull and SteelSeries.
Which player made the most money in CSGO
The player who has made the most money in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CSGO) as of May 2023, according to Esports Earnings, is Peter “dupreeh” Rasmussen, a Danish professional player who is part of the Astralis team. He has earned over $2.7 million in prize money from CSGO tournaments over the course of his career.
It’s worth noting that the amount of money earned by CSGO players can vary depending on the size and popularity of the tournaments they compete in, as well as their individual contracts with teams and sponsors. Some other notable CSGO players who have earned significant prize money include Oleksandr “s1mple” Kostyliev from Ukraine, Nicolai “dev1ce” Reedtz from Denmark, and Marcelo “coldzera” David from Brazil.
Oleksandr “s1mple” Kostyliev
Oleksandr “s1mple” Kostyliev is a Ukrainian professional Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CSGO) player who is considered to be one of the best in the world. He currently plays for the team Natus Vincere (Na’Vi) and is known for his exceptional skills in the game, particularly with the sniper rifle.
According to Esports Earnings, as of May 2023, s1mple has earned over $1.9 million in prize money from CSGO tournaments, making him one of the top-earning CSGO players of all time. He has also won numerous individual awards and accolades, including several Most Valuable Player (MVP) awards at major CSGO tournaments.
In addition to his success in CSGO tournaments, s1mple also streams his gameplay on the streaming platform Twitch and has a large following of fans who enjoy watching him play. He has also signed sponsorship deals with companies such as HyperX and Monster Energy.
Nicolai “dev1ce” Reedtz
Nicolai “dev1ce” Reedtz is a Danish professional Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CSGO) player who currently plays for the team Ninjas in Pyjamas (NiP). He is widely regarded as one of the best CSGO players of all time, known for his exceptional skills as an AWPer and his ability to make clutch plays in high-pressure situations.
According to Esports Earnings, as of May 2023, dev1ce has earned over $1.7 million in prize money from CSGO tournaments over the course of his career, making him one of the highest-earning CSGO players of all time. He has won numerous major tournaments with his former team Astralis, including four consecutive Major Championships from 2017 to 2019.
Dev1ce is also known for his consistency and dedication to the game, often putting in long hours of practice and constantly seeking to improve his skills. He has a large following of fans on social media and streaming platforms, and has signed sponsorship deals with companies such as Audi, SteelSeries, and Snipes.
Marcelo “coldzera” David
Marcelo “coldzera” David is a Brazilian professional Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CSGO) player who is considered one of the greatest players in the game’s history. He has played for several teams over the course of his career, including MIBR and FaZe Clan, and is currently a member of the team FURIA Esports.
According to Esports Earnings, as of May 2023, coldzera has earned over $1.6 million in prize money from CSGO tournaments, making him one of the highest-earning players in the game. He has won numerous tournaments and awards throughout his career, including two Major Championships with his former team SK Gaming.
Coldzera is known for his versatility and ability to play multiple roles within a team, as well as his exceptional game sense and aim. He has a large following of fans on social media and streaming platforms, and has signed sponsorship deals with companies such as HyperX and Red Bull.
