Kim “Berserker” Min-cheol Leaves Cloud9

After a two year tenure, Kim “Berserker” Min-cheol made the decision to part ways with esports team Cloud9. This decision was announced after Cloud9 failed to secure a place in Worlds during this competitive season. This outcome ended their three-year run of appearing at the Worlds event and represented one of Berserker’s low performing individual seasons in his career thus far.

Despite an underwhelming performance this season, Berserker was still seen as an important figure in the League of Legends Championship Series (LCS). He was widely recognized for his remarkable, explosive skills, which played a crucial role in Cloud9’s domination of the LCS in 2023. Within the domestic eSports scene, Berserker was viewed as one of the most skilled Attack Damage Carries (ADCs) in the league when it came to mechanics.

Berserker’s Performance in Cloud9

Kim “Berserker” Min-cheol played a pivotal role in leading Cloud9 during his stint with the team. Under his guidance, the team was a major force within the LCS. Previously, Cloud9 consecutively qualified for Worlds for three years, with Berserker’s skills being a key contributor to these successes.

However, this year, both Berserker and Cloud9’s performance fell short, resulting in the team’s failure to qualify for Worlds for the first time in recent memory. Due to his impressive history and notable skills, Berserker’s disappointing performance this season was unanticipated. Despite this, he continued to earn respect from his peers in the LCS for his top-tier gameplay and magnanimous attitude.

Future of Berserker Outside of Cloud9

The decision for Berserker to leave Cloud9 ushers in a new chapter of his professional eSports career. His next steps are anticipated by fans and experts alike. Given his previous successes and reputation as one of the top ADCs in the LCS, it is expected that he will continue to make an impact in future competitions, regardless of the team he joins.

Even though he has left Cloud9, Berserker remains a significant player in the esports scene. His departure, however, will undoubtedly mark a significant change for Cloud9, who will need to fill the vacuum left by Berserker’s departure. Cloud9’s strategy for upcoming seasons and how they plan on managing without one of their strongest players remains a topic of discussion in the eSports community.