Esports has rapidly grown into a billion-dollar industry, with top-performing teams such as OG, NAVI, Fnatic, and more earning massive incomes through various esports tournaments, sponsorships, and more. Here in this article, we have compiled a list of the top 10 highest-paid esports teams as of 2024.
Highest paid esports teams 2024
1. Team Liquid
Team Liquid is one of the most popular names in the esports and gaming industry, with teams competing in various titles, including Dota 2, Counter-Strike, PUBG Mobile, and Apex Legends. Founded in 2000 and based out of the Netherlands, Team Liquid has won many big tournaments across multiple titles. Known for their remarkable consistency, Team Liquid has earned approximately $50,546,857.40 from esports tournaments.
2. OG
Founded in 2015 by Dota 2 esports athletes Fly and N0tail, OG is the second highest-earning esports team, with approximately $38,500,932.44 from 191 tournaments. The team has rosters in various titles, but their CS/CS2 and Dota 2 teams have generated the most revenue.
3. Team Spirit
Team Spirit is a Belgrade-based esports organization founded in 2015. The club competes in titles such as Counter-Strike, Hearthstone, and Dota 2 and have earned approximately $30,691,277.40 from 250 tournaments. Their Counter-Strike team and Dota 2 teams have significantly contributed to this total, with earnings of $2,251,801.21 and $28,010,797.81, respectively.
4. Evil Geniuses
Evil Geniuses, founded in 1999 and based in Seattle, Washington, competes in a variety of titles, including Call of Duty, Counter-Strike, Dota 2, Overwatch, and League of Legends. The organization has earned $28,567,246.66 from 1,018 tournaments, with significant contributions coming from their Dota 2 and CS: GO teams.
5. Natus Vincere
Natus Vincere, also known as NAVI, is a renowned name in esports, featuring top players like s1mple, electroNic, and b1t. Founded in 2009 and based in Kyiv, Ukraine, the organization competes in various titles and has earned $22,385,974.99 from 778 tournaments. Their CS team is regarded as one of the best in the world, having won approximately $10,507,074.32.
6. Fnatic
Founded in 2004, Fnatic is one of the most popular names in esports, known for winning numerous top-tier tournaments across multiple titles. The organization has earned $21,193,710.42 from 1,156 tournaments. Their CS: GO, League of Legends, and Dota 2 teams have made significant contributions, with earnings of $5,282,784.43, $3,293,870.66, and $5,476,234.95, respectively.
7. Team Secret
Team Secret, a European esports organization founded in 2014, is best known for its Dota 2 team. While the club competes in various titles, including Dota 2, League of Legends, Valorant, and Counter-Strike, it has earned $20,506,922.51 from 421 tournaments. The Dota 2 team alone has contributed $18,788,504.59 to this total.
8. Virtus.pro
Virtus.pro (VP) is an international esports organization founded in 2003 in Russia and acquired by Armenian investors in 2022. The club competes in a range of titles, including Dota 2, Counter-Strike, and Rainbow Six Siege. They have earned $20,280,201.99 from 677 tournaments.
9. FaZe Clan
FaZe Clan is one of the most popular esports and gaming organizations worldwide. Founded in 2010 as FaZe Sniping, the club competes in a wide range of titles and has earned $20,108,038.58 from 760 tournaments. Their CS: GO and Halo teams have been the top contributors, earning $8,713,278.94 and $964,300.00, respectively.
10. Paris Saint-Germain
Paris Saint-Germain, commonly known as PSG, is the 10th highest-earning esports club in the world, with $19,709,315.30 from 177 tournaments. The club competes in various titles, including Dota 2, League of Legends, Rocket League, and more. Founded in 2016, PSG is a division of the French football club Paris Saint-Germain.
