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StarSeries Budapest 2025 Group Stage Replaced by Online Qualifier

StarLadder has changed the format of StarSeries Budapest 2025. The LAN group stage and regional qualifiers are replaced with a single European online qualifier.

Why the Hostage Rescue Mode Never Gained Popularity in CS2

CS2 Hostage Rescue Mode has become the face of the franchise, the professional scene, and most of the maps. Let’s dive into it.

Will Counter-Strike 2 Be Released on Xbox?

The appearance of an official Counter-Strike 2 club on Xbox sparks rumors about Valve’s plans to bring CS2 to consoles.

Esports Pros Asked: Which Is Better, CS:GO or CS2?

s1mple, apEX, Dupreeh and other pros share their takes on whether CS:GO or CS2 is the better game.

S1mple's Buyout Price Revealed

Aurora Gaming owner Valeriy “L3rich” Kharitonov hinted that s1mple's buyout from NAVI could be around $1.8 million, sparking new speculation about the star AWPer’s future.

L3rich Loses $1M Betting on PSG in 2025 Club World Cup Final

Aurora Gaming owner Valeriy “L3rich” Kharitonov lost $1,000,000 after betting on PSG in the 2025 Club World Cup final. Chelsea’s 3–0 win continues his streak of high-stakes gambling losses.

Unusual Shooting Technique of Kyousuke in CS2

Discover Maxim "Kyousuke" Lukin's unique shooting technique in CS2, where he uses both left and right mouse buttons during spray control. Learn the theories behind this style and its potential impact on his gameplay.

CS2 Team Tier List by FalleN

Discover Gabriel "FalleN" Toledo's CS2 team tier list ahead of the FISSURE Playground #1 tournament. Find out which teams are considered the strongest (S-tier) and which may struggle (B-tier) in the 2025 tournament.

FISSURE Playground #1: Format, Teams, and Expectations

Discover everything about FISSURE Playground #1 – the first major CS2 LAN after the BLAST Austin Major. Format, team list, key matches, and why this Belgrade event matters in 2025.