| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Egor Grigorenko (Егор Григоренко) |
| In-Game Name | Nightfall (also known as Saika, epileptick1d) |
| Date of Birth | May 16, 2002 |
| Nationality | Russian |
| Current Team | Aurora Gaming |
| Previous Teams | Virtus.pro, VP.Prodigy, Evil Geniuses, BetBoom Team, Tundra Esports |
| Role | Carry (formerly Offlaner) |
| Signature Heroes | Morphling, Terrorblade, Faceless Void, Juggernaut, Luna, Lifestealer |
| Notable Achievements | – 5th–6th Place at The International 10 (2021) with Virtus.pro – 5th–6th Place at The International 11 (2022) with Evil Geniuses – 5th–6th Place at The International 12 (2023) with BetBoom Team – Winner of EPIC League Season 2 (2020) with Virtus.pro – Winner of ESL One Summer 2021 with Virtus.pro – Winner of Dota Pro Circuit 2021: Season 1 CIS Upper Division with Virtus.pro – Winner of Dota Pro Circuit 2021: Season 2 CIS Upper Division with Virtus.pro – Winner of DreamLeague Season 21 (2023) with BetBoom Team – Winner of FISSURE Universe: Episode 4 (2025) with Aurora Gaming |
| Playing Style | Highly versatile carry known for exceptional mechanics, adaptability, and a deep hero pool. Nightfall is recognized for his aggressive playstyle and ability to perform under pressure. |
| Famous Moments | – Achieved 14,000 MMR in June 2024, becoming the fourth professional Dota 2 player to reach this milestone. – Known for the “BKB-TP out” meme, which became popular in the Dota 2 community from 2023 onwards. – Played a carry role in Virtus.pro’s success during the 2020–2021 season, leading to multiple tournament victories. |
Egor “Nightfall” Grigorenko is a professional Dota 2 player from Russia, born on May 16, 2002. As of May 2025, he plays as the position 1 (carry) for Aurora Gaming. Known for his exceptional mechanical skills and versatile hero pool, Nightfall has established himself as one of the most consistent and impactful core players in the Eastern European Dota 2 scene.
Early Career
Nightfall began his professional Dota 2 career in 2019 with Virtus.pro, where he quickly made a name for himself despite not initially achieving significant tournament wins. His early matches were marked by a steep learning curve alongside experienced teammates like Resolut1on, Solo, No[o]ne, and Save-. While his initial tournaments with VP didn’t result in prize money, they provided valuable experience that shaped his future success. These early matches laid the foundation for his exceptional skills and helped him adapt to the high-pressure environment of professional Dota 2.
Playstyle and Reputation
Nightfall is renowned for his aggressive and mechanically precise playstyle. As a carry, he excels in farming efficiency, positioning, and team fight execution. His hero pool is diverse, including Morphling, Terrorblade, Faceless Void, Juggernaut, Luna, and Lifestealer. He is also known for his adaptability, having successfully transitioned to the offlane role during his tenure with Evil Geniuses and BetBoom Team, before returning to the carry position with Aurora Gaming.
Fun Facts:
Nightfall’s in-game name originates from a Naruto soundtrack.
He achieved 14,000 MMR on June 19, 2024, becoming one of the few players to reach this milestone.
He is associated with the “BKB-TP out” meme, which became popular in the Dota 2 community from 2023 onwards.
In CIS community he refered as “Idialich” – which basically means Ideal, because of his KDA.
Egor “Nightfall” Grigorenko – Dota 2 Setup & Peripherals
| Category | Equipment/Details | Notes & Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Mouse | Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 (Black) | His consistent choice. Used throughout his time on EG and now BetBoom. Clearly visible in all tournament play and streams. Even in Aurora I’ve seen the same setup. |
| Keyboard | Razer Huntsman V3 Pro (TKL likely) | A clear personal preference. He has been seen with Razer Huntsman keyboards (with optical switches) in bootcamp shots and his streams. Favors the speed and feel for last-hitting. |
| Mousepad | Razer Gigantus V2 (XXL) | The standard large cloth pad from Razer, paired with his keyboard. Provides a consistent, controlled glide. |
| Headset | Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (Wireless) | Frequently seen in BetBoom Team content and his own streams. A staple of his personal setup. |
| Monitor | ASUS ROG Swift PG259QNR (360Hz) | The 360Hz “NVIDIA Reflex” monitor is the tournament and bootcamp standard for CIS teams like BetBoom. |
| Sensitivity | Low | His Signature Setting: ~1200 eDPI (800 DPI * 1.5 in-game sens). This is a low sensitivity, typical for a precision-focused carry like Nightfall, emphasizing controlled, accurate movements. |
| Team/Sponsors | BetBoom Team, strong Razer personal preference | While BetBoom has various sponsors, Nightfall shows a clear and consistent personal leaning towards Razer peripherals for keyboard, mousepad, and headset. |
| Stream Setup | HyperX QuadCast S | Uses a popular standalone RGB USB microphone for streaming, as consistently seen on his Twitch channel. |
| Chair | Secretlab Titan | Common in team content and his stream background, aligning with common esports sponsorships. |
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