Cool Jobs: Military Esports

Esports gamers on racing simulations during a vibrant esports event. (Von Prostock-studio - Adobe Stock)

These are professional gamers! An Esports team plays video games in competitions. Team members who play for the military have other jobs, too. They play Esports as a special duty or just as a hobby.

U.S. Army Esports

The Army was the first military branch to have an Esports team. They play at competitions all over the United States.

Navy Team: Goats & Glory

There are 12 sailors on this Navy team. They travel around the United States competing against other teams.

Air Force Gaming

Air Force Gaming gets airmen and guardians to play together online. They also have small teams who play certain games.

Marine Corps Gaming (MCG)

The MCG hosts gamer events for Marines. They also put together special teams for competitions.

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Kat Nickola

Kat is a travel and lifestyle writer based in Kaiserslautern, Germany with a special interest in anything theatrical, outdoorsy or ancient. She has a bachelor’s degree in geography from Penn State University and a master’s degree in archaeology from the University of the Highlands and Islands.