The Impact of Budget Cuts in VALORANT Esports
Esports organizations worldwide are feeling the effects of the “esports winter,” and VALORANT esports is no exception. Top-rated teams are tightening their budgets, including the recent pay cuts for Champions-winner Evil Geniuses. While these cuts may be disheartening, popular streamer Sam “s0m” Oh believes they are necessary.
S0m’s Perspective on Pay Cuts
During a Q&A session on his Twitch stream, s0m was asked why VALORANT esports players are receiving lower salaries than before. S0m pointed out that over-investment has led to orgs realizing they were paying too much and could go bankrupt if they continued at the same rate.
An Uncertain Future for VALORANT Esports
The community and aspiring esports stars have raised concerns about the future of VALORANT esports. If even the best-performing roster has to face pay cuts to stay together, it raises questions about the sustainability of the scene.
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