The competitive environment, high stakes, and intense time pressure inherent in esports underscore the necessity for superior decision-making abilities under pressure. The React–Predict–Manipulate (RPM) Model offers a theoretical framework to enhance understanding and training of decision making in competitive gaming environments. Based on cognitive psychology and decision theory, the RPM Model delineates a hierarchy of cognitive processes: React, Predict, and Manipulate. Each level represents a progressive refinement in the decision-making capabilities of players—from instinctual reactions to strategic foresight and tactical manipulation. This paper explores how esports athletes can leverage this model to cultivate higher cognitive agility and strategic acumen, thus potentially improving their performance in high-stakes scenarios.