From casually playing a video game in their bedrooms to competing for championship prizes broadcasted to millions of people, the most elite gamers live a life some people could only dream of. Generating revenue from social media platforms to sponsorships, these individuals have truly turned their passion into a career. In this episode of Xplained, we take a closer look at how gamers become millionaires.

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