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G2 Esports

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Premier esports club representing some of the best competitive players around the globe

Berlin, GermanyFounded 2013Consumer Services

Valuation $100–500M Latest valuation · 2025

Headcount 100–500 Current team size

Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding

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About G2 Esports

In 2014, Carlos "ocelote" Rodríguez, a former professional esports player, founded G2 Esports, initially named Gamers2. His vision was to create a leading esports organization that could compete at the highest levels across multiple gaming titles. With a base in Berlin, Germany, G2 Esports quickly rose to prominence in the competitive gaming scene.

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Under Rodríguez's leadership, G2 Esports expanded its reach by fielding teams in various popular games, including League of Legends, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, and Valorant. The organization became known for its strategic gameplay and charismatic players, which helped build a strong fanbase worldwide.

G2 Esports experienced significant growth through strategic partnerships and sponsorships, which bolstered its financial standing and allowed for further expansion. The organization also invested in content creation and merchandise, enhancing its brand presence beyond competitive gaming.

In 2015, the company rebranded from Gamers2 to G2 Esports, marking a new era of growth and ambition. This rebranding coincided with a series of successful tournament runs, establishing G2 Esports as a powerhouse in the esports industry.

Throughout its journey, G2 Esports has faced challenges typical of the esports industry, including intense competition and the need to adapt to rapidly changing gaming landscapes. However, the organization's commitment to excellence and innovation has kept it at the forefront of the esports world.

Today, G2 Esports stands as a testament to the potential of esports as a global entertainment phenomenon, with Carlos Rodríguez's vision continuing to drive its success.

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At a glance

Status: Operational
Founded: 2013
Headquarters: Berlin, Germany
Employees: 242
Open positions: 1
Dealroom signal: 74.7/100
Industry: Gaming
Sub-industry: eSports
Sector: Consumer Services, Video Games, Digital Entertainment, Streaming, Branding, Team Collaboration, Platform, Sport
Business model: SaaS
Client focus: b2c
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Funding history

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Deal type	Date	Amount	Valuation	Investors	Source
SERIES B✓Equity / VC	Mar 2025	$1M	$100M	Gary Vaynerchuk · Bentworth Holding · The Tornante Company · OND Holding	↗
EARLY VC✓Equity / VC	Dec 2019	$10M	$100M	Joseph Tsai	↗

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Financials

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G2 Esports website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for G2 Esports is 310K monthly website visits, up 47.6% over the last three months. G2 Esports's team grew 6.1% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits310K 3-month web change+47.6% 1-year team growth+6.1%

Monthly website visitsNov 2016–Jul 2026

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