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Play Overwatch like a pro, and receive a paycheck!

Posted: Thu Jul 27, 2017 7:51 am
by Sstavix
Dire Strait's "Money for Nothin'" came to mind when I read this article.

"That ain't workin', that's the way to do it. Ya play Overwatch in a professional league...."

(If you don't know the song, what have you been doing with your life? One of the greatest guitar riffs ever, man....)

Blizzard is hiring Overwatch players - yes, players - to participate in professional esports leagues. Those who make the cut will have to sign to a one-year contract, and receive a salary of $50,000. On top of that, they will receive health and retirement benefits.

I think this is just crazy what this world is coming to. Play video games - and not be a software developer - and receive a salary for it? Well, if there's an audience for it....

Re: Play Overwatch like a pro, and receive a paycheck!

Posted: Thu Jul 27, 2017 7:10 pm
by ZanySauce
Makes cents.

Re: Play Overwatch like a pro, and receive a paycheck!

Posted: Thu Jul 27, 2017 11:52 pm
by JOJ650s
Esports do certainly seem to be getting bigger.