Here's why professional gamer Jake Lyon saves 65% of his salary
September 29, 2019 at 08:30 AM EDT
Jake Lyon, 23, is a professional gamer in the Overwatch League for the Houston Outlaws. After studying economics in college—and dropping out a few credits short of his degree—Lyon decided to switch career paths and became a professional gamer. While he doesn't disclose specific salary figures, Overwatch players earn a minimum of $50,000 a year, excluding any potential prize earnings and sponsorship deals. Here's why Lyon saves a majority of his income and how he invests his spare cash.