CS2 Esports News

Esports betting is becoming a significant part of the global gaming ecosystem, offering fans an additional way to engage with their favorite teams and tournaments. While the rise of competitive gaming has been meteoric, the legality of betting on esports varies widely across the world. Different countries have adopted distinct approaches, from comprehensive regulation to outright prohibition. In this article, we explore the global landscape of gambling on esports, highlighting countries where it's permitted and diving into the factors shapingmore

The landscape of online gamble on Esports in the United States is a complex and rapidly evolving one, shaped by state-by-state regulations and federal policies. As of 2024, the legal status of online gambling varies significantly from one state to another, with some fully embracing both online casinos and sports betting, while others maintain restrictions or outright bans. This article takes a deep dive into the current legal status of online gambling across the US, highlights key states where thismore

Perhaps you’re new to Counter-Strike and looking to slowly get into the game without getting too competitive right away. Or you’re a more seasoned competitive-only player looking to relax with some alternative game modes. But what are the current CS2 maps you have access to in those other modes? Counter-Strike 2’s main selling point is their Premier and Competitive game modes. But they aren’t the only game modes available to the playerbase. If you’re interested in branching out to exploremore

Swiss rifler Rigon "⁠rigoN⁠" Gashi is set to leave BIG and become a free agent on January 1, concluding a six-month tenure with the German esports organization. The announcement marks the end of a challenging period for both the player and the team, as they struggled to harmonize their differing playstyles. Known for his aggressive approach during his time with Bad News Eagles, rigoN faced difficulties adapting to BIG’s more structured and methodical system. Team captain Johannes "⁠tabseN⁠" Wodarz highlightedmore

The BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 is set to be a landmark event in the Counter-Strike esports scene, scheduled for June 2025 at the award-winning Moody Center in Austin, Texas. This tournament marks the return of a Major to North American soil after a seven-year hiatus, with BLAST projecting it to be one of the largest esports events ever hosted in the United States. The event follows the success of the BLAST.tv Paris Major, bringing the excitement across the Atlantic tomore

Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) has introduced a new update that could enhance performance for players using Intel's hybrid processors. This update brings a game-changing feature that allows users to control how CS2 utilizes the Performance (P) and Efficiency (E) cores in modern CPUs. But does this really give Intel users a boost? This article is based on information and insights from the 3kliksphilip's YouTube video, published on December 20, 2024. We recommend viewers check out the original video for a detailedmore

Imperial Valkyries (aka Imperial Fem) is set to make history by becoming the first all-female team to compete in a Tier 1 CS tournament. The team has been invited to participate in the upcoming BLAST Bounty event, marking a significant milestone for gender diversity in esports. Imperial Valkyries' dominance in Female Counter-Strike Imperial Valkyries' journey to the top of women's Counter-Strike is a story of evolution and persistence. The team's core originally formed under the banner of Nigma Galaxy Femalemore

G2 Esports fans can breathe easy - Ilya "m0NESY" Osipov is staying with his current organization, despite strong interest from Team Falcons. The young Russian sniper has reportedly decided to continue his journey with his current team. This news puts an end to recent transfer rumors and keeps G2's powerful only wondering how they are going to replace Niko for the upcoming season. m0NESY's impressive numbers Since joining G2 in January 2022, m0NESY has proven why he's one of CS2'smore

The Counter-Strike community is abuzz with speculation following a report from Aleksey "OverDrive" Biryukov, a well-known insider in the esports scene. OverDrive recently hinted on Telegram that the iconic map Train might be making its way back into the Active Duty map pool for Counter-Strike 2 (CS2). This information reportedly came from conversations during the afterparty of the Shanghai Major.   Information Came from a Credible Source Aleksey "OverDrive" Biryukov is a highly respected figure in the Counter-Strike community, knownmore

In the wake of the final Major of 2024, ESL has announced several new updates coming to tournament Prize Pools for the ESL Pro Tour in CS2 for the coming year. The ESL Pro Tour in 2025 and 2026 promises to allocate over $22 million USD to clubs and players across the Counter-Strike esports scene. From new player and club prize money divisions to the brand new Annual Club Incentive Program, the ESL Pro Tour will continue to strive towardsmore

Russian CS2 sensation Danil "donk" Kryshkovets has etched his name into the record books by breaking the long-standing record for the most aces at a Major. The young star’s incredible performance at the Perfect World Shanghai Major propelled Team Spirit to victory. And cemented his status as one of the most electrifying talents in the competitive scene. Setting the Record in Shanghai Donk’s four aces during the Shanghai Major broke the previous record held by Egor "flamie" Vasilyev. Flamie achievedmore

On the final day of the Perfect World Shanghai Major, Team Spirit cemented their legacy by defeating FaZe Clan in a grueling best-of-three series. The thrilling contest, which stretched across all three maps, marked Team Spirit’s first-ever Major victory as an organization and the second-ever CS2 Major winners in history. Team Spirit 2-1 FaZe Clan The grand finals kicked off on FaZe Clan’s pick of Nuke, but the match was anything but smooth sailing for FaZe. Team Spirit took controlmore

If anyone had predicted FaZe Clan would make it to the Grand Final of the Shanghai Major, they’d have been laughed off the stage. Yet here we are, with Finn "karrigan" Andersen and his resilient squad defying the odds, crushing every doubter, and denying Nikola "NiKo" Kovač his long-sought Major trophy. After two thrilling weeks of Counter-Strike, we’ve arrived at the final step. Two teams, one title. Team Spirit, who dodged elimination early in the tournament, now find themselves withinmore

The first round of the playoffs in Shanghai set the stage on fire with all teams fighting tooth and nail for a spot in the semi finals. Now, only four titans remain in the death bracket with FaZe Clan standing out as the unexpected wildcard. The Shanghai Oriental Sports Center witnessed fierce competition and grit, as no team qualified convincingly including G2 Esports who fought the hard battle against Heroic. As expected, the BO3 format in the playoffs proved tomore

As the Perfect World Shanghai Major nears its thrilling climax, the first semifinal promises to deliver a blockbuster encounter between two exceptional teams: MOUZ and Team Spirit. Both squads have fought tooth and nail to secure their place in the top four, and now stand on the brink of a coveted Major trophy. MOUZ: From Turbulence to Triumph MOUZ’s uneven and turbulent form from earlier months are all but a shadow now. Their performances in the Major have been nothingmore

Complexity Gaming has announced the benching of Ricky "floppy" Kemery, marking the end of his tenure with the organization after over two years. The decision also includes parting ways with assistant coach James "JamezIRL" Macaulay, who had served the team for 1.5 years. These changes come on the heels of Complexity's disappointing performance at the Perfect World Shanghai Major, where the team failed to progress beyond the Opening Stage, finishing with a 2-3 record. Losses to FlyQuest, Passion UA, andmore

Following the team's early exit from the Perfect World Shanghai Major, Virtus.pro have made the decision to bench Dzhami "Jame" Ali moving forward. While the future may look uncertain for the seasoned in-game leader and AWPer, it appears both Jame and Virtus.pro agreed it was high time for a change in direction after a long string of disappointing results for the team in 2024. Benching a VP legend Jame's and the rest of the AVANGAR line-up's addition to the Virtus.promore

PGL calendar has officially changed today, December 10th, as important changes to its short-term tournament locations were made. Among the key announcements are a relocation of some of their 2025 tournaments, the introduction of a brand new playoff format, and a next-level commitment to prize pool payouts. These updates will definitely help streamline team logistics, enhance viewer experiences, and set new standards for competitive CS2 events. Key Changes: Relocation of February 2025 Tournament The PGL CS2 2025 tournament initially scheduledmore

With the elimination stage behind us, the Perfect World Shanghai Major has reached its most electrifying phase: the quarterfinals. Held at the prestigious Shanghai Oriental Sports Center, the top eight teams are set to face off in a single-elimination bracket, with each match being a best-of-three. Every round will count, as there are no second chances from this point onwards. Here’s a detailed preview of the quarterfinal matchups and our predictions for each clash. The MongolZ vs MOUZ The MongolZmore

The Perfect World Shanghai Major has been nothing short of spectacular, especially if you’re a fan of underdog stories. The MongolZ have been stealing the spotlight with a flawless run through the Opening and Elimination stages, taking down giants left and right. But now, we’ve entered the real deal in the Playoffs. No more best-of-one chaos and it’s time to separate the contenders from the pretenders. Every single team in the Playoffs is ranked in Valve’s top 10, so you already know it’s going to be a wild ride. Team Vitality are the clear favorites—consistent, deadly, and featuring a certainmore