If someone in the past would have told us that being a professional gamer will be a full-time job, most of us would probably burst in laughter. However, professional gamers make a better living than a lot of people these days. Doesn't it sound like a dream job? You get up, boot your gaming platform, jump right into the action and collect the money that's raining on you. Well, today we'll analyze and discuss about that.
The first thing that's important to mention is the competition. Believe me when I say that there's huge competition, no matter what game you're playing and what kind of scene you're attending. Ever since the first ever video game tournaments occurred, there has been an influx of newly formed teams seeking their chance at the spotlight.
From my own personal experience, I can say that getting involved into the professional league of any kind of game is not easy. I've played CS:GO since it's release, as well as CS 1.6 and CS:S prior to that. In short, I've played Counter Strike for 5-6 years, some of them were on and off. Based on the couple of times I attempted to get involved into the pro scene, I can definitely say there was lots of competition. I attended a few local LANs, gathered teammates and practiced for a while, but ultimately we failed.
Is that one of the reasons most pro gamer teams fail these days? The competition that's ahead may be unpleasant, especially if other teams are way better than you. It certainly does not boost the team's motivation to train and advance in the scene.
Simply put, professional gaming is just like any other sport. It requires the same perseverance, patience and skill (not a physical one, though). How does one become a professional gamer? There's always a point when you become so good at your hobby that you have the ability to turn it into a profession. But there are many factors which decide the outcome of your future as a pro gamer.
Some of those factors are your skills, your passion and your determination, but from what I've come across, sometimes all you need is a little bit of attention. I knew a guy from the CS:GO scene who was really good at the game, though he did lack some of the traits most gaming athletes have these days. Nonetheless, he was noticed by a pro gamer while playing a game with him and in the end, he was invited to a pro team as a stand-in.
In conclusion, it's safe to say that getting involved in professional gaming today is not easy and it requires a good chunk of luck. Though nobody should look at it as a waste of time - if you really persist, there's a decent chance you might overcome the obstacles and enter the pro gaming scene.
Does anyone have any experience in the professional gaming scene here on Steemit? Let me know!
