Ninja Gamer

Biography

Tyler “Ninja” Blevins, born on June 5, 1991, in Detroit, Michigan, is a prominent full-time Fortnite streamer from the United States. He currently resides in Chicago, Illinois. Since Fortnite’s debut in 2017, Ninja has become one of the most popular Twitch streamers and YouTubers. Known for his cheerful demeanor and exceptional in-game abilities, Ninja has solidified his status as a Twitch icon. As of 2024, Ninja is 33 years old, stands 6 feet 1 inch tall, and has an estimated net worth of $40 million.

History

When Blevins was a year old, his family relocated to Illinois, where he has lived ever since. He inherited his passion for video games from his father, who frequently played Sega games. A video game prodigy from a young age, Ninja often defeated his brothers, Jonathan and Chris, in every game. In high school, he enjoyed playing soccer and gave his all in every video game he played. The moniker “Ninja” comes from a classic Halo technique involving outsmarting opponents by hopping above their heads and delivering a back smack.

Ninja’s streaming career began in January 2011 while he was still in college. Later that year, he was signed as a professional Halo player with UoR Invictus. Over his six-year career, he played for various teams but found the most success with the release of Fortnite in 2017. His Twitch channel’s popularity skyrocketed, with his followers increasing by 250% from September 2017 to February 2018. Ninja set several Twitch viewing records, including his live stream with Drake and JuJu Smith-Schuster and the Ninja Vegas 2018 Event. He also won the 2018 Celebrity Fortnite Pro-Am Tournament alongside Marshmello. In September 2018, Ninja became the first esports player to be featured on the cover of ESPN magazine.

On August 1, 2019, Ninja announced his move to Mixer, Microsoft’s streaming platform, which competed with Twitch. However, after Mixer’s shutdown in 2020, Ninja returned to Twitch and continued to expand his influence and viewership.

In 2024, Ninja remains a leading figure in the streaming community. He has diversified his content, exploring new games and expanding his presence on various social media platforms, including TikTok and Instagram. His collaboration with major brands and participation in high-profile events have further cemented his status as a top influencer in the gaming industry.

Personal Life

Ninja married his wife, Jess, in August 2017. The couple met in December 2010 during a Halo competition and currently resides in Chicago, Illinois. They are known for their strong relationship and often share glimpses of their life together on social media.

Trivia

• In 2018, Ninja was the most-watched Twitch channel, with 226.85 million hours viewed.
• He appeared on several episodes of the famous game show “Family Feud” in 2015.
• Ninja was a professional Halo player before his rise to Fortnite fame.
• He has two dogs, Chance and Navi.
• Ninja’s influence extends beyond gaming, with appearances in various media and collaborations with celebrities.

Setup

• ASUS ROG Maximus XI Hero
• Intel Core i9-9900K Processor
• EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti XC
• G.SKILL TridentZ RGB Series 64GB
• Windows 10 Home Edition
• Intel Optane SSD 905p Series
• Elgato Game Capture Card HD60 S
• NZXT Kraken X62 Cooler
• Alienware 25 AW2518H Monitor
• Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro
• Corsair K70 RGB MK.2 RAPIDFIRE
• FinalMouse Air58 Gaming Mouse
• HyperX Fury S Pro SE Mouse Pad
• Logitech BRIO Web Camera
• ElectroVoice RE-20 Microphone