Evil Geniuses Announces Closure After 25 Years in Esports
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Evil Geniuses, a prominent North American esports club, has announced it will cease operations on November 2, 2026, due to rising costs and limited sponsorship opportunities. This marks the end of a 25-year legacy in the esports industry.
Closure Announcement
Evil Geniuses (EG) has officially declared that they will stop all operations on November 2, 2026. The organization cited escalating costs associated with participating in top-tier events and a lack of sponsorship as key reasons for their decision to close after 25 years in esports.
Notable Achievements
Throughout its history, EG has seen significant success across multiple esports genres:
- The League of Legends team won the 2022 LCS Spring Championship and reached the semifinals at MSI.
- The Dota 2 team claimed victory at The International in 2015.
- The Valorant division secured the championship at the 2023 Global Championship in Los Angeles.
- The CS:GO team held the number one spot in the HLTV world rankings in 2019 and achieved numerous major tournament wins during the 2019-2020 season.
Transition for Players and Staff
As part of the closure process, EG will communicate closely with all affected players, coaches, and staff. Starting today, all players are permitted to negotiate with other organizations. Specifically, players and coaches from the Valorant division will be free to sign with new teams after November 2, 2026.
Acknowledgments
In their announcement, EG expressed gratitude to all players, staff, and fans who supported the organization over the years. They recognized their team's hard work and dedication, emphasizing that they have given everything to the organization and its community.