What do they do?

Professional video gamers are those who play videogames, and earn money through tournaments and sponsorships. You can usually spot one in an online game if another player accuses them of hacking. Or it could be a real hacker. You choose what to believe.

So, what they- Sorry, what was that? You don’t believe me? They really do earn money.

Yes. Real money, not gold, not bitcoin, but actual money.

Many play in tournaments to earn money through their winnings, but most make their money through ad revenue from their videos on sites such as Youtube and Twitch.

Top ranked Youtuber PewDiePie makes over $5 million a year through his gaming videos, for example.

However, the competition is very tough, and few people can earn enough to be able to support themselves.

Skills Needed

Skills needed:

●       Really good hand-eye co-ordination

●       Low reaction time

●       Good motor skills

●       Strong concentration

●       Good strategic skills

●       Adaptability

How do I get there?

You need to know strategies, have a strong knowledge of the game and have a lot of experience with it.

But you also need a fallback plan. Professional video gaming is one of the most difficult ventures to succeed in. Only a handful of gamers make it to the top, and it can be very difficult to earn enough to make a living.

Pros & Cons about this career