1999
Genesis of Genius
EG is founded on Vancouver Island, BC with 5 Quake gamers.
WE ARE
EVIL GENIUSES
WE ARE EVIL GENIUSES
We play to win with grit, innovation, and strategy.
At Evil Geniuses, we believe that great gamers are built on more than just skill—they’re built on community, creativity, and respect. Our legacy is defined by 200+ trophies, endless legendary plays, a vibrant fandom, and a commitment to bettering the industry for all – casual gamers and fierce competitors alike.
Our Vision
To evolve the ecosystem of gaming and its future players by way of innovative technologies, educational content and community-forward activations across the physical and digital realms.
Our Mission
Empower gamers to win everyday.Â
Values
We win with excellence and character. We lead with vision and integrity. We are Evil Geniuses.
Innovation
Community
Legacy
EG TIMELINE
2001
Early Calculations
EG enters Counter-Strike, starting their FPS legacy.
2008
The Expansion of Geniuses
World of Warcraft - AzaelÂ
Azael joins EG, expands into WoW.
2009
Genius Breakthroughs
Wins IEM IV American Championship
First major CS title.
StarCraft
iNcontroL, Nyoken, Machine, LzGaMeR, G5Â
EG launches StarCraft division.
Warcraft III
Grubby, Ciara, HappyÂ
EG enters Warcraft III, building tactical roots.
2010
Across New Frontiers
StarCraft II - IdrA
EG debuts in StarCraft II.
World of Warcraft
Cdew, Azael, Woundman
Wins WoW IEM IV World Championship.
Fighting Games (FGC)
JWong, Marn, Ricki Ortiz
EG enters the Fighting Game Community.
2013
Legacy of Legends
LoL (EU LCS)
Wickd, Snoopeh, Froggen, Yellowpete, Krepo
EG joins the EU LCS.
2014
DOTA & The EG Dynasty
DOTA 2 - Arteezy
Arteezy joins EG’s Dota 2 lineup.
Street Fighter IV (Capcom Cup) - Momochi
Momochi wins Capcom Cup for EG.
Super Smash Bros. Melee - PPMDÂ Â
PPMD joins EG for Smash.
EG leaves EU LCS for NA LCS
2015
International Icons
DOTA 2 (The International Champions)
Fear, Suma1L, UNiVeRsE, Aui_2000, ppd Â
Evil Geniuses becomes the first North American team to win The International (TI5).
Halo 2: Anniversary
Ninja, Commonly, Lunchbox, Snip3down, RoyÂ
EG wins HCS Season 2 Finals.
Street Fighter IV (EVO) - Momochi
Momochi wins EVO for EG.
DOTA 2 Asian Championships Â
EG secures another major Dota title.
2016
Leveling Up
Halo (X-Games Gold) - Ninja, Commonly, Lunchbox, Snip3down, Roy Â
EG’s Halo team wins X-Games Aspen Gold.
2017
Masters of Adaptation
Dota 2 (Manila Masters) - Arteezy, SumaiL, UNiVeRsE, zai, Cr1t-
International success at Manila Masters.
2018
Winning in New Arenas
Call of Duty World Championship - ACHES, Apathy, Assault, SiLLYÂ Â
EG wins Call of Duty World Championship.
2019
Victorious Momentum
CS:GO (ESL One New York Champions)
Brehze, CeRq, Ethan, tarik, stanislaw Â
EG wins ESL One New York.
Rocket League - Drippay Â
EG enters Rocket League.
2021
Pioneering Presence
VALORANT (VCT Americas)Â - Potter, Osias, Temperature, Clawdia, Aleksander
EG is chosen as a founding member of the VALORANT Champions Tour in VCT Americas.
2022
Inspiring Victories
EVO (FGC) - SonicFox, Dekillsage
EG wins EVO Champion & Runner-Up.
League of Legends (LCS) - jojopyun, Vulcan, Inspired, Impact, DannyÂ
EG wins LCS Spring Finals.
2023
Our Historic Villain Era
VALORANT World Champions - Jawgemo, Ethan, Demon1, Boostio, C0m, Potter Â
Evil Geniuses becomes the first North American team to win the VALORANT World Championship
2026
Next Horizons
2XKO (FGC) - Supernoon
EG returns to fighting games with 2XKO.
Pokémon UNITE - Ducky, PikaDiff, Rollin, VinDiesel, chrismyth, kyriaos
EG expands to Pokemon Unite.
Minecraft Speedrunning - Couriway
EG breaks into Minecraft speedrunning.
