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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

On 31st March, Valve dropped the first significant Counter-Strike 2 update in recent times. The update aims to introduce a fresh batch of content to the game via the Weekly Care Package refresh and Armory Update. Additionally, the update also introduces minor changes to Inferno and Train, helping with the maps’ playability. Let’s dive into the update. Cleaner Inferno and Train The biggest complaint for the current revamped version of Inferno was the visual clutter. The much beloved map hasmore

Valve appears to be phasing out Counter-Strike’s battle royale mode, “Danger Zone”, according to recent findings. Well-known data miner Gabe Follower revealed in a tweet that Valve is removing Danger Zone-related assets from Counter-Strike 2’s game files, suggesting the mode may not make the transition to CS2 after all. History of Danger Zone Launched on December 6, 2018, for CS:GO, Danger Zone was Valve’s debut into the battle royale genre, featuring fast-paced matches with up to 18 players. Unlike traditionalmore

Before the dust can even settle in Lisbon after a thrilling Grand Final, PGL Bucharest 2025 is now on the horizon. Taking place from April 6th to 13th in Romania’s capital, this S-Tier event will see 16 of the world’s strongest teams (except Team Vitality, Team Spirit, MOUZ) battle it out for a $625,000 USD prize pool. Tournament Format Group Stage 16-Team Swiss System Format. All matches are Bo3. Top 8 teams advance to the Playoffs. Playoffs Single-Elimination Bracket. All matchesmore

The Counter-Strike Glock-18 is a staple sidearm for Terrorists from the start of every match. It costs little, yet it offers several advantages against unarmored enemies. Its burst-fire mode sets it apart from most pistols in Counter-Strike, making it a subject of interest for new and seasoned players. Many players underestimate its low damage per shot. Yet, the Glock-18’s fast firing rate and minimal recoil can make it effective in specific scenarios. Its design has evolved over the years, butmore

The MEO Arena in Lisbon, Portugal witnessed the best Counter-Strike Grand Finals of 2025 yet. In the final series of BLAST Open Spring Lisbon 2025, MOUZ challenged the current overlords, Team Vitality, and pushed them to the limits. A series that stretched to all five maps saw the youngsters go toe-to-toe with the veterans. But when push came to shove, the French side showcased why they have now won back-to-back-to-back tournaments. Team Vitality take on MOUZ for the title!  Amore

The BLAST Open Spring 2025 Grand Finals in Lisbon promised a battle between two of the world’s best Counter-Strike teams—Team Vitality and MOUZ. With the MEO Arena packed with thousands of roaring fans, anticipation was high for a thrilling contest. However, what unfolded on Inferno left everyone in shock. Vitality’s Unprecedented 13-0 Victory Team Vitality delivered a performance never before seen in Counter-Strike 2 history—a flawless 13-0 thrashing in a Grand Final. Despite MOUZ being considered the second-best team inmore

After several days of intense Counter-Strike matches at the BLAST Open Spring 2025, Team Vitality and MOUZ get ready to face each other at the tournament's Grand Finals. In another matchup featuring these teams, Vitality enters the server as the favorite to lift another trophy but MOUZ is the perfect opponent to make this theoretical advantage goes through the air. Our analyst team has sat down and collected the best odds and parlays for YOU to predict. The outcomes selected are for the best predictions to bet your money on using GGBet. Best esports predictions, odds, and parlays for themore

The stage is set for an epic showdown as Team Vitality and MOUZ prepare to battle for the championship title at the BLAST Open Spring Lisbon 2025. The grand final will take place on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at 3:30 PM CET at the MEO Arena in Lisbon, Portugal. This Bo5 series promises to be a thrilling conclusion to what has been an action-packed tournament. The Road to the Finals Team Vitality, currently ranked #2 in the world, has beenmore

The Semifinals of BLAST Open Spring 2025 promise to deliver a clash of titans when Team Vitality and Team Spirit climb to the stage to at the MEO Arena in Lisbon this Saturday, March 29th. The match will feature an intense battle between two of the very best teams in Counter-Strike at the moment, but only one can remain standing. Which of these two giants of the game will move on to fight for the trophy in the tournament's Grandmore

The BLAST Open Spring 2025 tournament semifinals are here! The first of tomorrow’s matchup (March 29th at 08:30 pm CET) promises to be an electrifying clash. In one side, we have MOUZ, a team known for its strategic depth and raw firepower. In the other, Eternal Fire, a squad brimming with confidence and looking to prove that they can hang with the top-tier teams. Who will win and secure the Grand Finals spot? Let's break down key factors that couldmore