s1mple Plays More Dota 2 Than FACEIT in the Last 3 Months

Alexander “s1mple” Kostyliev, currently representing BC.Game, has taken an unexpected turn in his gaming activity — and it’s not entirely about Counter-Strike.

Over the past three months, the legendary CS player has played more matches in Dota 2 than on FACEIT. Since the beginning of 2026, s1mple has logged 35 public matches in Valve’s MOBA, with his most recent game recorded just 11 hours ago.

In comparison, his activity in Counter-Strike has been slightly lower. Since January 2, s1mple has played 30 FACEIT matches, with the latest one taking place earlier today.

His Dota 2 stats paint an interesting picture. Kostyliev currently holds the “Hero IV” rank, maintaining a 47.9% win rate. His most-played hero is Pudge — a classic fan favorite — with 146 matches played.

This shift in focus comes at a notable time for BC.Game. Just yesterday, on March 17, the team withdrew from the ROG Journey Spring LAN tournament in Sweden. According to official statements, the decision was made due to underwhelming results.

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Whether this increase in Dota 2 activity is simply a way for s1mple to unwind or a sign of something more remains unclear. However, fans are already speculating about what this could mean for his future in competitive Counter-Strike.