Selly55

When you think of South Korean esports talent making waves in Japan, one name consistently rises to the top. An Jeong-hwan, better known as Selly55, carved out a unique niche as one of the most recognizable Apex Legends streamers in the region. Born in February 1998, this 27-year-old has built a career that spans two major competitive titles and bridged cultural boundaries in ways few streamers manage to achieve.

His journey started in Overwatch, where he competed professionally before making the switch to Apex Legends in 2019. The transition proved to be the right move. He debuted on the Apex competitive scene through the Twitch Apex Legend Streamer Cup and quickly established himself as a force to be reckoned with. His time with T1 from 2019 to early 2020 laid the groundwork, but joining Crazy Raccoon—a Japanese esports organization—in late 2020 really launched him into the spotlight. He competed with their main roster until 2022, when he transitioned to a full-time streaming role with the organization, a position he still holds today.

What sets Selly55 apart is his mechanical skill, specifically his tracking aim. Overseas Apex Legends streamers frequently mention his precision, and his signature weapon choice speaks to that confidence: the Wingman. This revolver-style pistol requires pinpoint accuracy, and watching him land consecutive shots with it has become something of a trademark. At his peak, he boasted the highest viewership among South Korean Apex Legends streamers, building a community of 351,000 followers on Twitch. His total career prize earnings sit at over $82,000, respectable for someone who balanced competition with content creation.

His popularity extends well beyond Korea. Because Crazy Raccoon is a Japanese team, Selly55 developed a massive following in Japan, where fans affectionately call him "Seri"—an adaptation necessary because Japanese doesn't include the final consonant sound in his name. You'll often find him collaborating with Japanese broadcasters and YouTubers, seamlessly blending into that content ecosystem. This cross-cultural appeal isn't common among streamers, and it's part of what makes his career trajectory interesting to watch.

These days, his Twitch bio reads "doing nothing, losing life"—a self-deprecating line that feels refreshingly honest in an industry often filled with performative positivity. He hasn't streamed in over a year based on recent activity, which isn't unusual for professional players transitioning between career phases. Whether he returns to regular streaming or pursues other opportunities, his impact on the Apex Legends scene, particularly in bridging Korean and Japanese gaming communities, remains noteworthy. His competitive career may have officially ended in 2022, but the legacy he built—both through raw skill and cultural crossover—continues to resonate with fans across East Asia.