Cr1t-

– The International 2025 Champion with Team Falcons

– DreamLeague Season 22 & Season 23 Champion

– ESL One Birmingham 2024 Champion

– FISSURE Universe: Episode 6 Champion (2025)

Andreas “Cr1t‑” Franck Nielsen (born July 13, 1996) is a Danish professional Dota 2 support player and one of the most experienced and respected figures in the competitive scene. With a career spanning over a decade, Cr1t‑ is known for his strong strategic mind, consistent utility play, and role as a stabilizing presence on elite rosters. After years of competing at the highest level—including long stints in North America—he finally claimed The International title with Team Falcons in 2025, solidifying his legacy among the game’s greats.

Early Career

Cr1t‑ began playing professionally in 2012, quickly establishing himself on teams like OG and later joining Evil Geniuses in 2016. During his time with EG, he competed at multiple major events and international stages, earning a reputation for his calm leadership and versatile support play. Following EG, he played with Shopify Rebellion before moving to Team Falcons in late 2023.

Rise with Team Falcons.

Upon joining Team Falcons, Cr1t‑ became an essential piece of a star‑studded roster. Early victories such as BetBoom Dacha Dubai 2024, DreamLeague Seasons 22 and 23, and ESL One Birmingham 2024 underscored the team’s rapid ascent and Cr1t‑’s importance in facilitating teamwork and mid‑game control.

The crowning achievement of this era came at The International 2025, where Falcons defeated Xtreme Gaming 3–2 in the Grand Final. This win was especially significant for Cr1t—his first TI victory after attending many previous Internationals—and marked a pinnacle in his storied career.

Playstyle and Reputation

Cr1t‑ is regarded as a high‑IQ support with exceptional map awareness, utility deployment, and teamfight positioning. His hero pool often includes roaming and disruptive supports like Earth Spirit, Tusk, and Rubick, allowing him to influence games through momentum control and clutch saves.

Teammates and analysts note his calm personality and leadership, acting not only as a playmaker in games but also as a “connecting” presence within the team dynamic—balancing veteran insight with emerging talent.

Fun Facts

Cr1t’s professional career began in 2012, making him one of the longest‑active players in modern Dota 2 esports.

He amassed over $3 million in tournament earnings, reflecting consistent top‑tier placements across years of competition.