America stands out as a dominant force in the world of women’s professional gaming. A recent analysis revealed that the US has the largest concentration of top-earning women in esports, with a remarkable 40% of the globe’s top 500 highest-earning female gamers residing in the States. These exceptional players have collectively amassed over an astounding $180 million through their gaming skills.
Although the US leads in terms of quantity, with 161 of the top 500 female gamers, Canada holds the distinction of having the highest-earning female gamer ever. Going by the gamer tag “Scarlett,” this Canadian StarCraft II virtuoso has earned in excess of $300,000 from the game alone.
This information highlights the increasing significance of women in esports, an arena that has traditionally been dominated by men. As a growing number of women enter the professional gaming world, they are breaking down preconceived notions and motivating a new cohort of gamers.
As indicated by Laila Shabir during the Take-Two presentation at E3, an astounding 90% of youngsters engage in video games – and this encompasses all children, not just males. While this figure alone is remarkable, it becomes even more noteworthy when comparing the income of male and female players. The highest-earning male gamer, Johan Sundstein, known as “N0tail,” has amassed nearly $7 million from gaming – a sum exceeding the combined earnings of the top three female gamers. “This clearly demonstrates the significance of emphasizing the influence of female gamers and showcasing their abilities and expertise globally,” Ross emphasized. Competitive gaming wagers are in their early phases, and undoubtedly, there’s substantial potential for financial gain. Many perceive it as the next significant trend, echoing the sentiment expressed by Quentin Martin, former head of Luckbox, during his October 2020 discussion with Gambling Insider.