OpTic Gaming

OpTic Gaming, the four-time Call of Duty Major League Gaming Champions and one of the top eSports teams in the world, now takes fans behind the controller—into the game and the minds of the greatest gamers in the world—in this fascinating and unique memoir and insider guide.

Emerging on the scene in 2006, OpTic Gaming has dominated the Call of Duty e-sports arena, thanks to the talents of legendary players such as Matt “NaDeSHoT” Haag, the biggest eSports personality on earth; Seth “Scump” Abner, the best Call of Duty player in the world; Midnite, one of the first girl gamers to rise to stardom on YouTube; and Hector “H3CZ” Rodriguez, the team founder and CEO. With over 14 million followers across social platforms like Twitter, Facebook and YouTube, no other team of players in eSports can match OpTic's popularity or ability to bring fans into the game.

Now, these remarkable players have collaborated to produce this one-of-a-kind book. In OpTic Gaming, they candidly share their story of becoming Call of Duty's global royalty—ESPN XGAMES, MLG, ESWC and GFINITY champions—laying bare their lives, exploring what it takes to make it in professional gaming, and speaking honestly about the consequences of their newfound fame. These best-of-the-best take you behind the controller, offering insights, knowledge, and strategies to help you improve your shot, master the most complex maps, and conquer the game with the ultimate weapons. Going beyond their number-one game, the team also discusses the rest of their lineups and how to become a champion in any arena. Revealing their go-to strategies, best missions, and favorite challenges, OpTic Gaming brings fans closer to these wildly popular professional gamers more than ever before.

Go behind the scenes of their journey from a small sniping clan to global champions:
Professional Gaming: Follow the personal journeys of legendary players like NaDeSHoT, Scump, and H3CZ as they navigate the pressures of fame and the intensity of high-stakes tournaments.Gaming History: Discover the untold story of OpTic’s humble beginnings as a Call of Duty sniping team and their rise to dominate the Major League Gaming scene.Insider Guide: Learn the team’s championship-winning strategies, including map control, weapon loadouts, and the mindset required to conquer the competition.Gamer Biography: From landing the first big sponsorships to explosive roster changes, get an unfiltered look at the rivalries, friendships, and sacrifices that define the OpTic dynasty.