penny

Erik “penny” Penny is a professional Canadian Valorant player best known for his explosive plays, crisp aim, and rapid rise in the North American esports scene. Formerly a CS:GO pro, penny transitioned to Valorant with precision and purpose, quickly gaining recognition as one of the most promising Canadian talents in the game.

Currently playing under Cloud9, penny has also been a key figure for Version1 (V1) and YFP (Your Favorite Player), two respected Valorant organizations. His strategic gameplay and ability to clutch in high-pressure moments have made him a fan favorite across platforms like VLR.gg, where fans often search for “penny VLR” and follow his tournament results closely.

Penny Valorant Settings (Crosshair, Sensitivity, Gear)

Many players want to emulate penny’s playstyle, and search terms like “penny Valorant settings” and “cerq crosshair” reflect that trend. While he’s known for changing gear based on performance, here are his most common in-game settings:

• Crosshair Color: Cyan (a popular enemy highlight color for better visibility)
• Mouse DPI: 800
• Sensitivity: 0.35
• Monitor: 240Hz refresh rate for competitive edge
• Keyboard/Mouse: Trusted pro-level gear used by top NA players

These settings contribute to penny’s signature flicks and accurate spray control — essential for any rising Valorant player from Canada or beyond aiming for high-level competition.

From CS:GO to Valorant – Penny’s Esports Evolution

Before dominating in Valorant, penny made a name for himself in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO). His time in CS gave him a strong mechanical foundation, which translated perfectly into Riot’s tactical shooter. This transition from CS:GO to Valorant is a path many pros have followed, but few have adapted as smoothly as penny.

Known as “Erik penny” or “erik valorant” in the esports community, his name continues to show up in highlight reels and top-frag leaderboards. With fans from the U.S., Canada, Germany, Brazil, Japan, and beyond, his international appeal grows with every match.