That might seem like a ton of money. But the video games are also a spectator sport, and a lot of people are making serious cash by playing in tournaments and getting lucrative sponsorships from computer parts makers.
They also make money streaming their practice sessions on Twitch.
e-Sports Earnings has ranked the 100 players with the highest overall earnings from competitive gaming.
There are more than 150 gamers who have earned over $100,000 in prize money.