Valve deployed another update to Counter-Strike 2 last night with a focus on CT economy, Vertigo, and a brand new feature, where you can rent the content of the new Kilowatt Case for a week.

One of the key highlights of this update is the adjustment to the Counter-Terrorists (CT) economy, which has been a focal point for feedback from the community. Two significant changes have been made:

Price Reduction for the M4A4 and Incendiary Grenade: The cost of the M4A4 rifle and the incendiary grenade has been reduced, making these essential tools more accessible for CT players. This change is expected to help CTs better manage their economy, especially in the early rounds.

Reduced Cash for T’s on Bomb Defuse: Terrorists will now receive less money when the bomb is defused. This tweak is designed to slightly shift the economic balance, encouraging more strategic play and making defusal rounds more impactful for the CTs.

Visual and Functional Updates to Incendiary Grenade

In addition to the price cut, the incendiary grenade has received both visual and functional enhancements:

New Visual Treatment: The explosion and flames of the incendiary grenade have been given a visual overhaul. Players will notice a more realistic and visually impressive effect, adding to the immersive experience of the game.

Reduced Spread and Duration: The spread of the flames and the duration of the incendiary effect have been reduced. This change aims to make the grenade more tactical, requiring precise placement and timing to maximize its effectiveness.

Vertigo’s A-site has undergone significant changes, reflecting ongoing efforts to keep maps balanced and engaging:

New Layout for Vertigo A-site: The revamped A-site is now featured in Wingman matches. See the new entrance to the A-site in the picture below.

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Fans of the Kilowatt Collection have a new reason to rejoice. The update introduces a unique feature for case openings:

Rent the Entire Collection: When opening a Kilowatt case with a key, players now have the option to rent the entire collection for a week (excluding the rare special item). This allows players to try out all the weapons in the collection without committing to a single item. However, rented weapons cannot be modified with stickers or nametags.

The update also includes a variety of other improvements and fixes:

Quality of Life Improvements for Demo Playback: Reviewing past matches has become smoother with enhanced demo playback features.

Smarter Chickens: The in-game chickens have received AI tweaks, making them slightly more intelligent and adding a touch of fun to the game.

Various Bug Fixes: As always, the update comes with numerous bug fixes, addressing community-reported issues and improving overall game stability.

Eternal Fire have just claimed their biggest accolade yet by winning the $500.000 event CCT Global Finals this Thursday evening. In the title decider, the Turkish side took down the star-studded Liquid in a thrilling best-of-five grand final which ended 3-1 in the favour of Engin “MAJ3R” Küpeli and company.

The stand-out performer for Eternal Fire was once again the always hard-shooting Ismailcan 'XANTARES' Dörtkardeş, who ended the match with 77 kills and a stellar 1.33 rating, giving Liquid a hard time on all four maps.

XANTARES also ended up as the highest-rated player in the tournament. His strong performance helped Eternal Fire defeat the likes of GamerLegion, BetBoom, SAW, PARIVISION and lastly Liquid on their route to the title, in which they only dropped two maps overall.

While people try to accrue digital commodities such as NFTs and attach value to them, CS:GO was the first place that made online, in-game trading collectibles fun and desirable. Below, we discuss some of the most expensive skins in CS:GO history and why they have so much appeal.  

For the few people who don't know, skins are graphic downloads that can change the appearance of in-game elements. These may change the look of weapons or the outfit a character is wearing. Essentially, they allow characters to be customized in different ways. CS:GO was one of the first games to pioneer this, allowing people to buy rare skins and store them in their library.  

As skins have accrued value, they have become a type of commodity. This has meant that they can be used as promotional tools, appearing in loot crates, or as special prizes. Elements of this reward using random number generation is something that has been adopted across the gaming landscape, even as far as iGaming [link:{"url":"https://duelbits.com/promotions/casino","isNewTab":true,"text":"casino bonuses"}]. Here, players often find similar rewards in the bonus rounds of slot games. Even businesses are using this method of reward to incentivize retail customers.

When it comes to skins in CS:GO, scarcity and condition are the key. The fewer copies of a skin exist, the more likely they are to become valuable. When they are used, the condition deteriorates lowering the cost and demand. 

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The value of this Howl Rifle comes from its interesting backstory. Originally, it was a rifle that gained popularity when it was uploaded to the Steam [link:{"url":"https://www.counter-strike.net/newsentry/3787024475483064536","isNewTab":true,"text":"Workshop and was loved"}] by both Valve and the online community. However, the artwork on the rifle was not that of the person who uploaded it. This saw the creator being banned as they had also used other copyrighted artworks on previous skins.  

As Valve removed it from sale, it is now contraband. This means you can only buy it from another player who owns the skin and that pool is limited. You can [link:{"url":"https://skinport.com/item/m4a4-howl-field-tested","isNewTab":true,"text":"expect to pay"}] around $19000 for the 177 that are factory new, with others starting at around $4000. 

These are the two most expensive AWP skins on the market. For factory new ones, both hang at around the $18,000 mark. The rifle is extremely popular for use on skins, due to its large surface area and ability to plant designs on it easily. The former has an icy blue Nordic design while the latter harkens back to ancient Chinese mythology.  

The value of these skins is like any commodity and is open to a wide range of market conditions. The top is desirability and for the highest priced items, it is unlikely anything will see them drop in value anytime soon. Yet for collectors, the biggest bargains can be found by looking for new and exciting designs that have the potential to rocket in value in the future. 

9INE is back in Counter-Strike with a completely new lineup, starring the likes of former OG AWPer Mateusz "⁠mantuu⁠" Wilczewski and Heroic rifler Ismail "⁠refrezh⁠" Ali.

The fresh international roster is concluded by Kévin "⁠misutaaa⁠" Rabier, Rasmus "⁠raalz⁠" Steensborg and Alexandru "⁠s0und⁠" Ștefan.

Today’s news marks a change for 9INE, as they go fully international after having featured a series of Polish lineups in the past. In a statement, 9INE CGO Adam Videll touches on the decision.

- We decided to adapt to today's meta by building an international roster, ensuring we don't limit our talent pool to a single nation. Following extensive discussions and a rigorous trial process, we are proud to present a lineup with immense potential, made possible by our competent coaching staff and team management, Videll states. 

On paper, the star of the show seems to be the 26-year-old AWPer Mateusz "⁠mantuu⁠" Wilczewski, who has been given a chance after his short but relatively positive tenure with BIG.

mantuu is accompanied with three experienced riflers in refrezh, misutaa and raalz – a trio that has played a myriad of tier-1 competitions in their careers. The last piece of the puzzle, 21-year-old s0und, is on the other hand a rather inexperienced figure in top CS, having represented Nexus and OG Academy in the past.

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{cflag:RO} Alexandru "⁠s0und⁠" Ștefan

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive has since its creation back in 2013 developed into a true esports mastodon over the years, having millions of fans, viewers and active players all over the globe. 

The commercial part of the game and the economy have also sky-rocketed recently, which can also be seen in the amount of prize money for each tournament.

We have decided to look at the highest-earning professional CS:GO players through the years, to give you an overview of the most successful players in history and to enlighten how much the very elite within the game earn in prize money.

Numbers and statistics are from [link:{"url":"https://www.esportsearnings.com/games/245-counter-strike-global-offensive/top-players","isNewTab":true,"text":"esportsearnings.com"}]. 

2024 has started with an insane run from Danil "donk" Kryshkovets, who has taken the Counter-Strike world by storm. The 17-year-old Team Spirit player is leading the ratings with a considerable margin after the first couple of events in 2024.

You can see the list of the best players in CS2 down below.

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Highest-rated CS2 players of 2024: (Updated 21/5-2024)

1. {cflag:RU} Danil "donk" Kryshkovets – 1.50 rating (49 maps)

2. {cflag:FR} Mathieu "ZywOo" Herbaut – 1.41 rating (47 maps)

3. {cflag:RU} Ilya "m0NESY" Osipov – 1.30 rating (74 maps)

4. {cflag:GT} Mario "malbsMd" Samayoa - 1.30 rating (46 maps)

5. {cflag:TR} İsmailсan "XANTARES" Dörtkardeş – 1.22 rating (62 maps)

6. {cflag:RU} Dmitriy "sh1ro" Sokolov - 1.21 rating (54 maps) 

7. {cflag:RU} Evgeniy "r3salt" Frolov - 1.20 rating (103 maps)

8. {cflag:BR} Felipe "insani" Yuji - 1.20 rating (82 maps) 

9. {cflag:RU} Artem "ArtFr0st" Kharitonov - 1.20 rating (45 maps)

10. {cflag:BR} Lucas "Lucaozy" Neves - 1.20 rating (42 maps)

11. {cflag:LV} Helvijs "broky" Saukants - 1.19 rating (77 maps)

14. {cflag:BA} Nikola "NiKo" Kovač - 1.18 rating (74 maps)

17. {cflag:FI} Jimi 'Jimpphat' Salo – 1.17 rating (65 maps)

20. {cflag:DK} Benjamin "blameF" Bremer - 1.17 rating (41 maps)

28. {cflag:IL} Nikita "HeavyGod" Martynenko - 1.16 rating (59 maps)

45. {cflag:DK} Nicolai "dev1ce" Reedtz – 1.13 rating (55 maps)

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A 10-match win streak has elevated MOUZ into the position of the current best team in the world according to HLTV's weekly world ranking update.

This is the first time since the introduction of HLTV’s World Ranking in August 2015, that MOUZ finds themselves as the best team in the world.

MOUZ secured the spot after defeating Danil "donk" Kryshkovets and Team Spirit in the Grand Final of the BetBoom Dacha Belgrade 2024 tournament adding another win to their 2024 trophy cabinet. MOUZ is now undefeated in ten matches after going through ESL Pro League Season 19 flawless.

The most eye-catching thing about the current iteration of MOUZ is the cohesiveness of the roster, which can be seen in the stats of the players that are very evenly distributed.

{cflag:FI} Jimi 'Jimpphat' Salo – 1.17 rating

{cflag:IL} Dorian 'xertioN' Berman – 1.17 rating

{cflag:HU} Ádám 'torzsi' Torzsás – 1.15 rating

{cflag:SE} Ludvig "Brollan" Brolin – 1.12 rating

{cflag:PL} Kamil 'siuhy' Szkaradek – 1.00 rating

IEM Dallas is next up for MOUZ. They face 9z in the opening round of the tournament that starts on Monday.

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Very few of these players would have imagined just how huge eSports competitions would become in the following decades. The launch of Major League Gaming (MLG) in 2002, led to a boom in the popularity of competitive gaming, leading to the development of a highly lucrative industry. As eSports has continued to grow in popularity and profitability, we have witnessed the emergence of a flourishing eSports gambling community. 

The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 saw a monumental spike in the popularity of eSports gambling, establishing record revenues for the industry and creating a larger community of players. Let’s take a look at the reasons for this spike in eSports gambling and assess what this might tell us about the future of the industry.

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While eSports and the eSports gambling industry both experienced a huge spike in popularity due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the key question is whether this popularity has waned following the removal of lockdown measures. The simple answer is no, in fact, they have continued to grow both in popularity and in revenue. Many of the reasons for the [link:{"url":"https://scholarworks.gsu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1173&context=bus_admin_diss","isNewTab":true,"text":"spike in popularity of eSports"}] during the pandemic, such as the development of digital industries and technological innovations in the market, have continued after restrictions have eased. The pandemic was a catalyst that has enabled these industries to develop much faster. The global eSports betting market is now expected to reach a staggering value of nearly $2.5 billion by 2028.

The rapid growth of the market, however, has resulted in several issues that need to be addressed to ensure a safe and responsible environment for players in the future. The online nature of eSports gambling makes it open to the possibility of fraudulent activities and scams, while there is the ongoing threat of data breaches and attacks from cybercriminals. The development of effective cybersecurity systems will be essential to protect vulnerable players when betting online. Rapid market development has also led to regulatory issues surrounding the operations of eSports betting, with many countries lagging when it comes to suitable legal frameworks to ensure transparent operations. Open discussions between regulators, betting companies and representatives from the betting community will be essential to maintain a safe gambling environment. Looking at the figures, eSports gambling will continue to grow, let’s make sure it grows the right way.

Is Astralis finally back in top-tier Counter-Strike?

One individual who’s excited about the current Astralis side is Counter-Strike expert and analyst Mathieu "Maniac" Quiquerez. In a recent [link:{"url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H48crC-oUc8","isNewTab":true,"text":"episode "}]of Counter-Points with Duncan “Thorin” Shields, Maniac praises the Danish super team to the skies.

The Swiss expert especially highlights Astralis’ new roster composition, where they brought in br0 and moved device to the IGL role as the reason for their current success.

- Right now, Astralis is showcasing what Jabbi and stavn can do when they have solid fundamentals around them - something that protects them from losing silly situations and round losses. Just look at how Jabbi and stavn are performing now compared to under blameF. It’s absolute night and day!”

- Personally, I think br0 and Staehr are doing an incredible job stabilizing this team and being beacons of safety. device - unbelievable enough - hasn’t skipped a beat even though he’s now the in-game leader. So yeah, I’m very excited about Astralis and I believe they are serious candidates to win IEM Cologne.

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The new captain and in-game leader, Nicolai “device” Reedtz, also received praising words from Maniac during the podcast, after the AWPer led Astralis to two consecutive Top 4 results at IEM Chengdu and ESL Pro League Season 19.

- device is capable to have plays that is set around him, but I don’t think he has any problems in taking a support role in some scenarios. If he can enable someone else by being a security AWPer or second line of defense then he’s cool with that. That means all of the aggressive and assertive resources are used for Jabbi and stavn. I think this triangle of Jabbi, stavn and device is working really well.

- The work has definitely been put in. The strat book is strong and the calls are pretty aggressive and daring as well, like the way they call an A rush on Ancient three times in a row. It takes a particular idea about the game to call that. What is actually relatively scary for everyone facing Astralis is that bar the honeymoon concept, I don’t really see a reason why their level would drop. Why would Astralis ever not be in a playoff from this point on? Who would not put them in the Top 8 of any tournament they go to, Maniac said on Counter-Points. 

You can watch the entire podcast down below. 

2024 will be the first year in history, where all major tournaments are held in the new version of Counter-Strike, CS2. 

We have gathered a list of all the big events of the upcoming year and also tried to include information about tickets, streams, etc. We will update the list as soon as the information is shared by the tournament organizers. We are still yet to hear from BLAST about their plans for the new year. 2024 will be the last year with ESL and BLAST's partnership tournaments. Valve made that clear in the summer of 2023 when the game developer shared their ambition of leveling the playing field. You can read more about that in the article below.

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Venue: Royal Arena (Playoffs), Copenhagen

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Venue: Wuliangye Chengdu Performing Arts Centre

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Venue: Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Dallas

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{cflag:CN} Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024

See the dates of IEM Katowice, PGL Copenhagen Major, IEM Cologne, and the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 and much more.

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Strategic spending and saving: Mastering the economy

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