Pio (Cha “Pio” Seung-Hoon) 

Real Name: Cha Seung-Hoon
In-Game Name: Pio
Profession: Professional PUBG Player & In-Game Leader (IGL)
Team: Gen.G Esports
Nationality: South Korean
Active Years: 2017 – Present

 

Pio is widely regarded as one of the greatest in-game leaders in PUBG esports history. Unlike players known purely for kills, Pio’s strength lies in strategy, rotations, team coordination, and late-game decision-making.

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Early Life & Introduction to Gaming

Pio was born in South Korea, a country known for producing elite esports talent. From a young age, he showed a deep interest in competitive games that required intelligence and teamwork rather than just raw mechanics.

When PUBG was released, Pio quickly adapted to its tactical nature. His ability to read zones, predict enemy movements, and manage team resources made him stand out early in the Korean PUBG scene.

 

Professional PUBG Career

Pio’s professional journey truly began when he joined Gen.G Esports, one of the most respected esports organizations in the world. As the team’s In-Game Leader (IGL), he became responsible for:

  • Drop location planning

  • Rotation calls

  • Zone control strategies

  • Late-game positioning

  • Risk vs reward decisions

Under his leadership, Gen.G transformed into a globally dominant PUBG team.

 

Leadership Style & Gameplay Strengths

Unlike aggressive fraggers, Pio focuses on macro-level control of the game.

 

Core Strengths:

  • Exceptional zone prediction

  • Calm and calculated leadership

  • Smart rotations with minimal losses

  • High survival rate in late circles

  • Team-first mentality

He often sacrifices personal kills to ensure team success — a rare quality at the highest level of competition.

 

Major Achievements & Milestones

  • PUBG Global Championship Winner

  • Multiple international PUBG titles

  • Recognized as one of PUBG’s best IGLs

  • Consistent top finishes in global tournaments

Pio’s name is frequently mentioned whenever discussions arise about the smartest PUBG players of all time.

 

Streaming & Community Presence

While Pio is primarily known as a professional player, he also streams occasionally, sharing insights into high-level PUBG decision-making. His streams are especially valuable for players who want to understand competitive rotations and strategy.

 

Social Media & Official Links