The 10 Highest Paid Pro Gamers of All Time

Most of us consider gaming as a hobby, something we do in our free time to let off steam, relax and just have some fun. For other people gaming is a business, it is their job. Some of the best professional gamers make a living off of gaming and tournaments. Ever wondered how much these pro-gamers make? Well we have compiled a lost of the top 10 highest paid gamers of all time! Enjoy!

10. Jonathan “Loda” Berg

Jonathan "Loda" Berg

Total Money Earned: $344,447.16 From 42 Tournaments
Game of Choice: Dota 2
Earnings in 2013: $317,830.26
Largest Single Tournament Earning: $287,440.80 (The International 2013)

9. Jung “Mvp” Jong Hyun

Jung "Mvp" Jong Hyun

Total Money Earned: $390,116.38 From 49 Tournaments
Game of Choice: Starcraft
Earnings in 2013: $52,878.68
Largest Single Tournament Earning: $50,000.00 (BlizzCon 2011)

8. Jang “MC” Min Chul

Jang "MC" Min Chul

Total Money Earned: $426,926.25 From 76 Tournaments
Game of Choice: Starcraft
Earnings in 2013: $66,556.49
Largest Single Tournament Earning: $86,565.10 (GSL Open Season 3 2010)

7. Clement “Puppey” Ivanov

Clement "Puppey" Ivanov

Total Money Earned: $434,238.84 From 35 Tournaments
Game of Choice: Dota 2
Earnings in 2013: $154,410.38
Largest Single Tournament Earning: $200,000.00 (The International 2011)

6. Oleksandr “XBOCT” Dashkevych

Oleksandr "XBOCT" Dashkevych

Total Money Earned: $435,838.84 From 36 Tournaments
Game of Choice: Dota 2
Earnings in 2013: $156,010.38
Largest Single Tournament Earning: $200,000.00 (The International 2011)

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