Greg

I agree with everyones opinions to a certain extent. However, my opinion on this matter is that it isn't "luck" that got these people in the spot light. The media doesn't take some regular Joe and put him on the table. It does take skill. It takes a whole lot of it. As a gamer, I've seen the hardship of trying to become an excellent game player. These guys didn't pick up a mouse and keyboard or gamepad and automatically be good. Most of them spent hours on edge playing these games because it's what they enjoy. I remember reading an article on a Counter-Strike player about how he got in the spotlight. He worked at a toll-booth, had a girlfriend, and went to college, and in his spare time played these games. His personality, his earned skill, and his dedication to play hard brought him where he is now. I think the "generation-Y" kids have it alot harder with gaming, the fact is, it's a larger community than it was in the 80's and 90's. Mulitplayer games have gotten huge, and will grow considerably within the next few years. If you look at most gamers, they're usually underage to take on a tournament, or go to major LANS. The point is, anyone can be good at what they do. These pro-gamers are just that. Good. C'Mon, you wouldn't be complaining if you had your name printed on a motherboard!