Top E-Sports Players of the Year

Forsen has consistently demonstrated a high level of skill and charisma within the video game streaming community, attracting a large audience and maintaining a relevant presence throughout the year. His impact extends beyond gameplay, influencing esports culture through his community and unique style.

Park 'Ruler' Jae-hyuk stands out in the best esports players of the year ranking due to his exceptional mechanical skill and strategic decision-making in crucial matches. His game mastery and ability to execute decisive plays have solidified him as a force to be reckoned with in the competitive scene.

• One of the best players in the history of League of Legends

• He has won a League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK) title

• He has won a World Championship

• The first player to win three major international tournaments

Lee 'Faker' Sang-hyeok stands out in the year's top esports players ranking due to his sustained dominance and ability to adapt to the ever-changing League of Legends meta. His exceptional mechanical skill, strategic game vision, and leadership in crucial matches have solidified him as a living legend in the competitive scene.

• One MSI MVP award

• Two LCK season MVP awards

• Only player to win multiple Worlds MVPs

• Most decorated player in the LCK and in the world

Nicolai 'dev1ce' Reedtz stands out in the top esports players of the year ranking due to his exceptional aiming prowess and leadership in crucial matches. His consistency and ability to execute decisive plays under pressure have solidified him as a dominant figure in the competitive scene.

• Consistently plays at a very high individual level since 2014

• Won four Majors

• Was tournament MVP in the Majors

• Boasts a positive K/D ratio against every team he has faced

Johan 'N0tail' Sundstein stands out in this ranking for his exceptional leadership and his ability to guide his teams to multiple victories in top-tier Dota 2 tournaments. His strategic vision and his capacity to inspire his teammates solidify him as an iconic figure in esports.

• He won numerous minor championships

• He is considered one of the most influential players in esports history

• He is the highest-earning player in esports

• He is one of the most talented and famous players in Esports history

Reignover demonstrated exceptional leadership and crucial strategic decision-making throughout the season, guiding his team through high-level competitions. His ability to adapt to different playstyles and his consistent performance solidify him as one of the most influential players of the year.

• Previously a professional player

• Currently works for Team Liquid

Doinb demonstrated exceptional skill and inspiring leadership on the esports stage throughout the year. His innovative playstyle and ability to adapt to different roles solidified him as an influential and high-performing player.

• First player in the LPL to win MVP twice

• World Championship winner in 2019

• Multiple top-three finishes in major LPL tournaments

• High-elo solo queue mid laner

Kim Jong-in, known as "PraY", stands out in this ranking for his impressive longevity and consistent ability to perform at the highest level in League of Legends. His mastery of key roles and his adaptability to the game's meta shifts have kept him a formidable competitor year after year.

• Two-time LCK champion

• World runner-up

• Talented as a Bot Laner, especially as an ADC

Oleksandr '1mple' Kostyliev consistently stands out for his exceptional mechanical skill and decisive impact in crucial matches. His mastery of the game and his ability to make impossible plays solidify him as one of the most influential and successful players of the year.

• CS:GO Professional Player of the Year

Kyle 'Bugha' Giersdorf showcased exceptional dominance in Fortnite, culminating in his victory at the 2019 Fortnite World Cup. His ability to execute high-level plays and his consistency in competitions position him as one of the top esports players of the year.

• 3x FNCS Winner

• 2x Esports Player of the Year

• PC Rookie of the Year