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Final day of the Group Stages in Katowice brought us the remainder of the games from the lower bracket, along with one team qualifying to the semifinals. Group B: Upper Bracket Game 1: Heroic vs Vitality Heroic absolutely dominated Vitality in the series, winning it out at 2-0. Map 1 was Inferno, picked by Vitality. Both teams had a few exchanges, but it was Heroic to come out on top at 9-6. TeSeS also managed to get an Ace in round 11. In the second half, Vitality only managed to win the pistol round, as Heroic went on to winmore

With the semifinals of PGL Bucharest 2025 now behind us, two teams have emerged to claim the spotlight—G2 Esports and Team Falcons. Up for grabs is a $200,000 prize and the chance to lift their first trophy of the year. Both squads are eager to end their title droughts as they prepare for a grueling Bo5 Grand Final. But this final is more than just a fight for silverware. It potentially marks the final chapter of Ilya "m0NESY" Osipov's timemore

IEM Rio 2023 will be a great CS:GO event for many reasons. First of all, this is the same place that hosted the Major just six months ago. So we know in advance that the arena will be full of passionate fans that will cheer for their favorites from start to finish. However, there is another reason why IEM Rio might prove to be one of the best CS:GO tournaments of the year. And it has to do with themore

It was about time for Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut and his teammates to win another CS:GO trophy at an S-tier event. Unfortunately for Heroic and Casper “cadiaN” Moller, they lost yet another Grand Final in Rio de Janeiro. It seems that no matter how hard they try, there’s always a final boss that they cannot defeat. IEM Rio 2023 was full of great moments and the audience was fantastic. Natus Vincere, the team that was expected to win, got eliminated bymore

As the start of IEM Melbourne 2025 approaches, ESL has confirmed a significant change to the team lineup. Team Spirit, one of the tournament’s top contenders, has officially withdrawn from the event as of April 4, the reason still remains unknown. This marks the second lineup change for the event, following SAW’s earlier replacement of Eternal Fire (now Aurora). With the tournament set to run from April 21-27, the clock has been ticking for ESL to finalize the participating teams.more

CS2 has taken the gaming world by storm, with players eager to embrace the latest installment of the beloved franchise. However, this enthusiasm has been met with frustration due to a significant audio issue plaguing the CS2 beta. In this article, we delve into the major problem that CS2 players are facing - the inability to hear the bomb defusal sound, which threatens to undermine essential gameplay fundamentals inherited from earlier iterations of the game. The Defuse Dilemma One ofmore

ESL, one of the leading esports tournament organizers, has recently made a significant announcement regarding the discontinuation of its National Championships in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO). This decision comes in anticipation of the release of Counter-Strike 2 (CS2). And brings an end to a two-decade-long tradition of national CS:GO tournaments. This article explores the key details and implications of ESL's decision. A Shift in Focus: Transition to Pan-Regional Tournaments ESL's decision to terminate the CS:GO National Championships is primarily drivenmore

Natus Vincere (NAVI), has made a significant move by unveiling its latest Junior academy roster, featuring young talents between the ages of 16 and 18. This development follows NAVI's decision to open its division to international players and reassign the previous Ukrainian roster to NAVI Youth in August. A Global Talent Search In a notable return, Dmytro "Dem0N" Myroshnychenko has found his way back into the secondary squad after being demoted to the Youth roster. This shift signals NAVI's commitmentmore

(This article has been updated as of 19th October 2023) CSGO skins are a great way to break up the monotony of the usual gameplay of CSGO. If you play this game every day, you might get tired of the same maps, guns, and other elements. That is why purchasing new skins might be a cool way to keep things interesting. Many of you might be wondering if CSGO skins are worth the money. The short answer is yes. However,more

The release of the new Counter-Strike version has undoubtedly invigorated the competitive gaming scene, yet its journey hasn't been without bumps and a lot of CS2 bugs are still making their way into online play. From bunnyhopping exploits reminiscent of Phoon's legacy to smoke grenades glitches, the game's initial period has been plagued with major bugs that could significantly affect gameplay dynamics. Bunnyhopping returns with a sour taste of CS2 bug exploit Bunnyhopping, a classic movement technique, has resurfaced inmore

Are you an avid CS:GO player and have always wondered how the Elo ranking system works? Well, prepare to have your curiosity satisfied as we delve into the secrets of CS:GO Elo. In this article, we will take a closer look at how the Elo ranking system operates in the popular first-person shooter game and uncover the intricacies behind it. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting your CS:GO journey, understanding the Elo system is essential for measuring yourmore

The first half of the PGL Bucharest 2025 is behind us. After an intense Swiss stage that had surprises all along the way, we have the final eight teams that will compete for the silverware starting Friday, April 11th. The eight teams qualified for the PGL Bucharest 2025 Playoffs are: G2 Esports 3DMAX GamerLegion Complexity Aurora Gaming Team Falcons FaZe Clan Virtus.pro These teams will now compete in a single elimination bracket tournament starting tomorrow. The teams are seeded as per their Swiss Stage performance, with the highest seed facing the lowest seed, and so on. The complete schedule andmore

In a remarkable display of Counter-Strike 2's enduring economic power, Valve reportedly generated over $82 million from case openings in March 2025 alone. This staggering figure comes from approximately 32.8 million cases being opened during the month, showcasing the game's continued ability to drive massive revenue despite ongoing player complaints. Case Opening Breakdown The most popular cases among players were the "Revolution" case with over 4.6 million openings, followed closely by the "Dreams and Nightmares" case with nearly 4.4 millionmore

The BLAST.tv Austin Major is on the horizon. With the event ever so imminent and the Valve’s team invite ruling, BLAST has announced the first 16 teams that will play on American soil for a chance to lift the sought-after trophy. The Major will consist of four stages: Stage 1, Stage 2, Stage 3, and the Playoffs. Top 8 teams according to the VRS (Valve Regional Standings) directly qualify for Stage 3 and only need to clear a single Swissmore

In a stunning twist to the Counter-Strike landscape, Aurora have officially announced the signing of Eternal Fire’s full roster. The move follows Aurora’s earlier decision to bench their entire Russian-majority squad, signaling a dramatic shift in direction for the organization. A Team on the Rise The Turkish team—headlined by superstars Ismailcan "⁠XANTARES⁠" Dörtkardeş and Özgür "⁠woxic⁠" Eker​—will compete under the Aurora banner starting with PGL Bucharest. This marks the end of Eternal Fire’s independent run that began in 2021, amore

In what could be one of the biggest transfers in Counter-Strike history, Russian AWP prodigy Ilya "m0NESY" Osipov is reportedly set to join Team Falcons in the coming weeks, according to CS journalist neL. This blockbuster move would reunite m0NESY with former teammate Nikola "NiKo" Kovač in what is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious roster projects in esports. The Falcons Super Team Takes Shape The Saudi-backed organization has been aggressively building what could turn out tomore

Team Liquid have officially announced the addition of Kamil "⁠siuhy⁠" Szkaradek on a loan deal from MOUZ, replacing Australian rifler Justin "⁠jks⁠" Savage in the active lineup. The Polish in-game leader will not only fill jks’ spot, but also take over the IGL duties from Russel "⁠Twistzz⁠" Van Dulken, marking yet another major pivot for the North American organization in their continued effort to return to the Counter-Strike elite. The deal, which runs through the end of the BLAST.tv Austinmore

The Turkish Counter-Strike 2 powerhouse Eternal Fire has officially withdrawn from the upcoming IEM Melbourne 2025 tournament, as announced by ESL on April 3 of 2025. The prestigious event, scheduled to take place from April 21 to 27 at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, Australia, will now see the Portuguese organization SAW stepping in to fill the vacant spot Health Concerns Behind the Decision The withdrawal appears to be primarily health-related, with star player XANTARES reportedly hospitalized due tomore

The Dual Berettas are a pair of semiautomatic pistols featured in the Counter-Strike series. They were exclusive to Terrorists in older titles but became available to both sides in Global Offensive. They stand out because they are always wielded as two separate handguns, one in each hand. Their design is based on the Beretta 92 series, particularly models adapted to .40 S&W cartridges in older versions, though the code in-game shows 9x19mm. In Global Offensive, these pistols cost less thanmore

At the start of 2025, the rumor of Robin "ropz" Kool joining Team Vitality took the Counter-Strike world by storm. Once the move was confirmed, the question was no longer if the new Team Vitality would be good, but rather how good they would be. Fast forward to April 1st, and the team have now successfully asserted their dominance over the scene. Not only is Team Vitality one of the strongest teams in Counter-Strike, but they have also translated theirmore