Gen.G Faces Potential Roster Changes with Chovy and Ruler
As we look ahead to the upcoming 2025 season, Gen.G is set to maintain a formidable roster featuring superstars like Kiin, Canyon, Chovy. Additionally, the team is welcoming a new jungler, a promising player named Duro. With a roster full of experienced and talented players that have competed in the LCK, Gen.G is not shy about aiming for the championship title in the upcoming 2025 season.
While there are only two roster changes compared to the previous season, the transition process for Gen.G has been relatively quiet. Specifically, according to manager Lee Jihoon, the organization has done well to ensure the continued presence of Chovy and Ruler over the next three years. If they fail to secure these players, Gen.G could face significant performance issues, potentially leading to roster instability.
“One significant difference between esports and traditional sports is the absence of a clear power structure. The main source of revenue for esports organizations like ours (Gen.G) comes from fan engagement, so building a strong fanbase is critical. That’s the ultimate goal as we negotiate a 3-year contract with Chovy and Ruler, who are the icons of Gen.G. If we fail in these negotiations, we risk falling behind significantly due to a decline in revenue,” shared manager Lee Ji-hoon.
To Retain Chovy and Ruler, Gen.G Must Overcome Major Challenges
Looking at Gen.G’s current roster, fans can see that it represents a “star-studded” team with a significant chance of competing for titles. However, Gen.G will also face the challenge of “recruiting” to retain their current stars, potentially even losing them altogether. According to sources within the LCK, if negotiations with Chovy and Ruler fail, other stars like Kiin and Canyon may seek to leave Gen.G, leading to a potential loss of talent.
It is evident that when it comes to reputation or “brand representation,” the other minor league teams cannot compare to the stars currently present in Gen.G. As the manager Ji-hoon shared, the team could face significant revenue losses and instability if they fail to retain their star players. Clearly, with a roster rich in tradition and notoriety like Gen.G, no one wants to see these stars leave. Fortunately, Gen.G has made efforts to successfully retain Chovy and Ruler and help the organization avoid the most serious pitfalls.
