Russian esports player Vladimir "RodjER" Nikogosyan discussed the salaries of professional Dota 2 players, revealing that he earned $10,000 per month during his time with Virtus.pro.
"Everyone’s salary varies," explained Nikogosyan. "At the tier-3 level, salaries can reach up to $1,000. In tier-2, they range from $1,500 to $2,000. Tier-1 is more complex. It depends on the individual’s profile, their media presence, their performance, and so on. Contracts can include escalating bonuses and other incentives. So, it’s very individualized."
When asked about his own earnings, Nikogosyan shared, "How much did I make in my best years? From $10,000 a month. There were periods when it was more, but that was the usual amount."
Previously, Nikogosyan identified the key figure behind Team Spirit's success as manager Dmitry "Korb3n" Belov, whom he credited with having the most significant impact on the team.