Razer, the gaming device manufacturer, announces the signing of NIKOLA "NiKo" KOVAC, the top player of the Counter-Strike series, to Team Razer on Thursday, April 3, 2025. quot ;Team Razer ". The team will work with Razer's product development team to develop gaming gear for professional players.
The legend of the Counter-Strike series and Razer have signed a contract!

NIKOLA "NiKo" KOVAC, known as the best rifleman in the history of Counter-Strike, and Team Razer have announced the signing of a partnership agreement. Niko's exceptional mechanical skills, gaming sense, and strategic eye have earned him numerous titles in the world's most popular Counter-Strike series. As a member of Team Razer, Niko will be working closely with Razer's innovation and product teams to improve and develop the next generation of gaming gear for professional players. Special projects and product announcements by Niko are also planned.
NIKOLA "NiKo" KOVAC comments
I have known Razer as long as I have known Counter-Strike - almost 20 years. The year 2025, when Razer celebrates its 20th anniversary, is the perfect time to join Razer. As an eSports athlete, it's important to me to have the support of a brand that shares my passion for superior performance and innovation. Razer is definitely a top tier brand for me. I am very much looking forward to working with them!
Jeffrey Chau, Director of Global eSports, Razer commented
We are proud to welcome NiKo to Team Razer. NiKo is a true legend in the Counter-Strike series and is one of the most accomplished and recognizable players in the series' history. His talent, no-compromise attitude, and obsession with winning dovetail perfectly with Razer's philosophy of supporting the eSports community, driving innovation, and delivering the best eSports gear to the champions that deserve it.
Albin Molines (JAM Management) commented
When we first spoke with NiKo, we felt that he and Razer shared the same values in terms of performance and long-term vision. Some partnerships feel strategic, but this one felt very natural, as if NiKo was back where he belonged. I am proud to have helped create such a moment and to have been involved in NiKo's first personal brand partnership!
We look forward to seeing the products that NIKOLA "NiKo" KOVAC has worked on! For more information on "Team Razer" and its eSports athletes, please visit the official Razer website at
Welcome the greatest rifler, @G2NiKo, to #TeamRazer!
The Deagle God looks good in green. pic.twitter.com/fqelg2jdjI
— Team RΛZΞR (@TeamRazer) April 3, 2025