Evil Geniuses Rumored to Exit VALORANT and Esports Industry
Despite winning this year’s VALORANT world championship, Evil Geniuses (EG) is facing significant struggles as an organization. Fans are now speculating on whether EG will leave VALORANT and the esports industry entirely.
Report suggests Evil Geniuses could exit esports
According to a report by Sports Business Journal, EG might be leaving the esports space altogether before the end of the year. This news follows the incredible performance of EG’s Game Changers roster and rumors that Riot may strip the organization of its franchise spot in the Americas VALORANT league.
Speculation of OpTic Gaming taking EG’s franchise spot
Fans are already guessing which organization might fill EG’s franchise spot if it becomes available. OpTic Gaming is a popular choice, especially after their co-founder admitted to making a mistake in their original application for the 2023 franchising.
Other contenders for EG’s franchise spot
Moist x Shopify and Disguised are also fan favorites to take over EG’s franchise spot. Moist x Shopify recently defeated a franchised team Sentinels, showcasing their capabilities against top-tier squads. Meanwhile, Disguised has announced plans for expansion, including the fighting game scene.
If EG does leave VALORANT, Riot’s decision on a replacement is likely to be controversial. Riot has been firm on not allowing organizations to buy their way into franchising, but with EG’s troubles, they may have to find a more acceptable solution.
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