Xizt

Swedish CS:GO legend and current NiP head coach.

Richard Landström, better known as Xizt, is a Swedish former professional Counter-Strike player and coach who is the current head coach of Ninjas in Pyjamas.

Quick Facts

Affiliation: TSM (Team SoloMid)
Status: Retired — regarded as a legendary figure in the club's history
Legacy tier: Cornerstone; franchise-defining player in the eyes of the TSM fanbase
Fan recognition: Widely cited by supporters as one of the most iconic names ever to wear the TSM crest

Lore & Background

Landström was the primary IGL for Ninjas in Pyjamas from the formation of the roster to him stepping down in February 2018. He played for Fnatic as in-game leader from March 11, 2018, until October 21, 2019, when he was benched. In April 2018 he joined FaZe Clan as a substitute for Olofmeister, leaving in May 2018 when Olofmeister returned. On January 21, 2020, he reunited with former teammates as part of Dignitas's male CS:GO team. He announced his retirement from competitive Counter-Strike on September 23, 2021. He joined Heroic in October 2021 as an analyst and temporary coach, becoming full-time coach in March 2022, and departed on December 12, 2023. In March 2024, he was named head coach of Ninjas in Pyjamas.

Reader's Guide

Landström's biggest result was winning ESL One Cologne 2014, one of Counter-Strike's majors. HLTV ranked him among the top 20 players in 2010 (18th), 2011 (13th) and 2013 (6th).