STYKO revealed how much he earned in CS for the year 2024

Slovakian esports veteran STYKO, who has played for Apeks and Monte, has revealed his earnings for the year 2024. In a candid YouTube video, the CS:GO star shared his total income of €154,000 and showed that the life of a professional gamer is not as glamorous as it seems.

Transparency in Esports

No player is as vocal about his earnings as STYKO. His detailed analysis not only shows the income streams but also underlines the dynamics of an esports career. For the young people who dream of becoming professional gamers and for fans, it is a useful view of the variety of occupations that exist in the contemporary video game industry.

The Transition from Apeks to Monte

STYKO was an important part of the Apeks team from 2022 to 2024. His journey also involved three months with Monte and one month without any activity. Apart from the server, STYKO had multiple roles, including an analyst, content creator, and a coach. This approach shows that players can create a strong career on and off the field in a variety of ways.

The Numbers: A Multifaceted Income Stream

Breaking down his €154,000 earnings, STYKO revealed:

• 30%: Monthly salary from Apeks.
• 48%: “Other income” which is the sales of stickers, multiple salaries, and other unknown sources.
• 9.3%: Analytical work, mainly for BLAST tournaments, in which he was an analyst.
• 5.4%: Public performance, which is an aspect of the show business that he has not displayed on the stage.
• 4.2%: Lotteries, which indicate that winnings from tournaments are still relevant.
• 3.5%: Coaching contributions, including his ability to move fluidly within the ecosystem of esports.

The Bigger Picture for Esports

The information provided by STYKO also shows that the modern esports players are not only paid a salary or winnings for tournaments. The industry has evolved into a complex market where participants can generate revenue from stickers, content, analysis, and coaching. However, this diversity is not easy to achieve and takes time, energy, and planning – factors that every player has to consider.