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TenZ

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Real Name
Tyson Ngo
Age
24
Birthday
May 5, 2001
Location
Los Angeles, U.S.
Creator since
2016 (10 years ago)
Language(s)
English

Daily Rank

172
24H Change
↑3

Live status

Offline
Last live: 5d ago
Last streamed: Marathon
Marathon

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Marathon VALORANT RESIDENT EVIL: requiem

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Bio

The Origin Story

Tyson 'TenZ' Ngo began his journey in the competitive FPS scene at a young age, famously starting Counter-Strike at just three years old. He first gained major attention as a rising star in the North American CS:GO scene, joining Cloud9 in 2019 as one of the region's youngest and most mechanically gifted prospects. However, it was the release of the Valorant beta in 2020 that truly catalyzed his career, as he became the first person to reach the highest rank (then called 'Valorant') and quickly pivoted to become Cloud9's first professional player in the new title.

Rise to Fame

TenZ's transition into a global superstar occurred during his historic loan to Sentinels in 2021. Stepping in as a last-minute substitute, he led the team to a flawless victory at the first-ever international Valorant LAN, VCT Masters Reykjavík, where he earned the MVP title and cemented 'The TenZ Effect' as a phenomenon. His unprecedented mechanical skill and aggressive duelist playstyle set the benchmark for professional players worldwide, while his humble personality during post-match interviews endeared him to millions of fans.

Legacy and Current Influence

Today, TenZ is regarded as the definitive 'face of Valorant' and a massive influence on gaming gear and settings culture, with his mouse and sensitivity choices frequently going viral. After a storied career that included a second Masters title in Madrid in 2024, he retired from professional play in late 2025 to focus on content creation and brand building. Recognized in the 2026 Forbes 30 Under 30 for Games, he continues to dominate the streaming landscape, serving as a premier athlete for Red Bull and a central figure for the Sentinels organization.

Career milestones

  1. 2021
    Masters Reykjavík Champion

    Won the first international Valorant LAN and was named tournament MVP.

  2. 2022
    Finalmouse Collaboration

    Launched the Starlight Pro - TenZ mouse, which sold 40,000 units in just seven hours.

  3. 2024
    VCT Masters Madrid Victory

    Captured his second international trophy, solidifying his legacy in competitive Valorant.

  4. 2025
    Retirement to Content Creation

    Stepped down from the Sentinels active roster to focus on his massive streaming and YouTube career.

  5. 2026
    Forbes 30 Under 30

    Named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for the Games category.

TenZ FAQ

How old is TenZ? +

TenZ is 24 years old.

What is TenZ's real name? +

TenZ's real name is Tyson Ngo (full name Tyson Van Ngo).

What is TenZ's net worth? +

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What games does TenZ play? +

TenZ is primarily known for Valorant and Counter-Strike, though he also streams in the Just Chatting category and various FPS titles.

When did TenZ start streaming? +

TenZ created his Twitch channel in 2014 and began regularly streaming and competing professionally around 2016.

Where can I watch TenZ? +

You can watch TenZ live on his official Twitch channel (twitch.tv/tenz) and view his highlights on YouTube.

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