Ame

– 2nd Place at The International 2018

– 3rd Place at The International 2019

– 2nd Place at The International 2021

– 2nd Place at The International 2025

– Winner of Riyadh Masters 2022

Overview

Wang “Ame” Chunyu is a Chinese professional Dota 2 carry player currently playing for Xtreme Gaming. Widely regarded as one of the greatest carries of all time, he is often called the “uncrowned king” of Dota due to multiple near-misses at The International.

As of 2026, Ame remains an elite-tier carry competing at the highest level, continuing his career resurgence after returning from a break and joining Xtreme Gaming.

Early Career

Ame began his career in 2015 with CDEC Youth before quickly being picked up by LGD Gaming.

He rapidly rose to prominence as one of China’s most mechanically skilled carry players, becoming the centerpiece of LGD/PSG.LGD rosters for several years.

PSG.LGD Era (2016–2022)

Ame’s legacy was built during his time with PSG.LGD, where he achieved consistent top-tier results:

– 2nd place at TI8

– 3rd place at TI9

– 2nd place at TI10

Despite dominating multiple seasons and winning major tournaments like WePlay AniMajor, the Aegis always narrowly escaped him.

PSG.LGD during this era was widely considered one of the strongest teams ever, with Ame as the primary win condition.

Break & Return (2022–2024)

After a disappointing result at TI11, Ame stepped away from competitive play and became inactive, taking a long break from pro Dota.

He returned in late 2023, joining Xtreme Gaming, marking one of the most anticipated comebacks in the scene.

Xtreme Gaming Era (2025–2026)

In 2025, Ame fully committed to Xtreme Gaming, becoming the centerpiece of a rebuilt Chinese superteam.

Key highlights:

– Reached Grand Finals of The International 2025 (lost 2–3).

– Continues competing in top-tier events like PGL Wallachia and ESL Pro Tour tournaments

In 2026, Ame remains one of the strongest carries in China, with the ongoing narrative of whether he can finally win The International—especially with TI expected to return to China.

Playstyle and Reputation

Ame is known for a hyper-efficient, high-damage carry style.

Key strengths include:

– Elite farming efficiency and late-game scaling

– Exceptional positioning in teamfights

– Mastery of illusion and hard-carry heroes

– Ability to carry high-pressure games

He is often described as a “true hard carry," prioritizing farm and late-game dominance over early aggression.

Famous Moments

– TI8 Grand Finals vs OG (one of the most iconic series in Dota history)

– TI10 Grand Finals loss to Team Spirit after dominant tournament run

– Emotional loss in TI 2025 Grand Finals with Xtreme Gaming

– Multiple dominant major-winning performances with PSG.LGD

Fun Facts

– Ame is widely known as “uncrowned king of Dota” due to multiple 2nd-place TI finishes without ever winning one.

– He holds record-level stats on multiple carry heroes, including Terrorblade, Phantom Lancer, and Sven in pro play.

– At TI10, he had one of the lowest death averages among carries, showing his extremely disciplined positioning.

– He took a full year break from pro play (2022–2023) before returning—something rare for a player at his level.

– Ame has now lost multiple TI Grand Finals (2018, 2021, 2025), making his storyline one of the most followed in Dota history.