BC.Game's Counter-Strike 2 Roster: How s1mple and Magisk Became a Contender
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G2 Esports and Wizards of the Coast Launch Rotating Jersey Deal
G2 Esports partners with Wizards of the Coast for a rotating Counter-Strike 2 jersey, starting with Archetype Entertainment's sci-fi RPG Exodus.
Team Spirit Wins Counter-Strike 2 Esports World Cup 2026
Team Spirit has been crowned champions of the Counter-Strike 2 Esports World Cup 2026 in Paris, defeating FUT Esports 3-1 in the grand final.
Counter-Strike 2 Overtakes League of Legends as Top Esports Title
Counter-Strike 2 is now the most-watched esports title of Q2 2026, according to Stream Hatchet data, as TikTok Live dominates the global streaming market.
Counter-Strike 2: donk Breaks FACEIT Elo Record
Team Spirit rifler donk sets a new all-time FACEIT Elo record in Counter-Strike 2, surpassing MaiL09 with 5,434 points ahead of season 8's close.
Counter-Strike 2 IEM Cologne 2026 Overhauls Sticker System
Valve's CS2 May 22 patch replaces the random capsule model with a direct token shop for IEM Cologne 2026, cutting sticker revenue for smaller teams.
BLAST Bounty Season 2 2026: Schedule, Teams, and Format Guide
Everything you need to know about the BLAST Bounty Season 2 2026 Counter-Strike 2 tournament, including the online stage schedule and unique bounty format.
Palworld 1.0 Update Propels Game to #1 on Steam Charts
Following the release of the 1.0 update, Palworld has reached the top of Steam’s most-played games list, surpassing Counter-Strike 2 and Dota 2.
Games of the Future 2026: Astana Tournament Sets $4.75M Prize Pool
Kazakhstan’s sovereign wealth fund Samruk-Kazyna will title sponsor the Games of the Future 2026, featuring a $4.75 million prize pool across eight disciplines.
Aurora Gaming Partners With Conor McGregor Ahead of UFC Return
Serbian esports org Aurora Gaming has partnered with UFC star Conor McGregor days before his July 11 bout against Max Holloway.
Counter-Strike 2 Season 5 Update: Cache Returns and C4 Damage Overhauled
Valve has launched Counter-Strike 2 Season 5, bringing the map Cache to Premier, introducing a new C4 shockwave mechanic, and adding two new weapon collections.
CS2 Pros Claim Infected Tournament PCs Compromised Steam Accounts
Professional Counter-Strike 2 players report that infected tournament PCs at the XSE Pro League in Guangzhou resulted in compromised personal Steam accounts.
Is 360Hz the Sweet Spot for Counter-Strike 2 in 2026?
We tested monitor refresh rates from 144Hz to 600Hz in Counter-Strike 2 to see if higher specs actually improve your competitive performance.
Counter-Strike 2 Cologne Major Sticker Set Price Reaches $20,000 in 2026
The current market value for a complete Counter-Strike 2 Cologne Major sticker set has surged to nearly $20,000, reflecting extreme rarity in the 2026 market.
Counter-Strike Co-Creator Addresses 2026 Player Count Trends
The co-creator of Counter-Strike shares his perspective on 2026 player activity, explaining why fluctuations in count do not concern original development goals.
Steam Community Market Update 2026: New Features for Counter-Strike
Valve introduces significant Steam Community Market UI changes in 2026, enhancing item discovery and visual data for Counter-Strike players on PC.
Half-Life 3 Rumors 2026: New Clues Emerge in Counter-Strike 2
Is Half-Life 3 coming in 2026? We investigate the latest HLX strings and Counter-Strike 2 easter eggs fueling speculation about Valve's long-awaited sequel.
Counter-Strike 2 Update April 2026: Cache Returns and ANIMGRAPH 2 Updates
Counter-Strike 2 receives a significant update in April 2026, featuring the return of the classic Cache map and ongoing improvements to the ANIMGRAPH 2 system.
Counter-Strike 2 Cache Returns: Official 2026 Map Update Details
Counter-Strike 2 receives the classic Cache map in 2026. Get the official details on the release, design changes, and what players can expect from the update.
Counter-Strike 2 Cache Map Redesign: Official 2026 Update Details
Get the latest gaming news on the Counter-Strike 2 Cache map update. We cover the official 2026 release details and what players can expect from the redesign.
Counter-Strike 2 Update 2026: Camera Shake Changes Explained
Valve has released a new Counter-Strike 2 update in 2026. Learn about the camera shake adjustments and what changed in the latest patch notes for CS2.
Counter-Strike 2 Player Banned for 10 Years Following Assault in 2026
A Counter-Strike 2 player has been banned for 10 years after assaulting an opponent at the CAGGTUS LAN tournament in Leipzig. Get the full details here.
Valve Will Contest New York Attorney General Lawsuit Over Loot Boxes in 2026
Valve is officially contesting a lawsuit from the New York Attorney General regarding loot box mechanics in PC games like Counter-Strike 2 and Dota 2.
Attorney General Sues Valve: Lawsuit Details & Impact Analysis
By Larson Bin Joy • Senior Writer, In Game News Verified Analysis Published: Feb 25, 2026 Platform: PC Gaming | Status: Official News Valve faces a major lawsuit as the Attorney General targets loot-box gambling in Counter-Strike, Team Fortress 2, and Dota 2. Get the latest legal news. **A Major Legal
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Counter-Strike 2 Skin Sponsorship Ban: How Teams Must Comply
Learn how Counter-Strike 2 teams are complying with Valve's tournament rules in 2026, which ban skin site branding from broadcasts and player jerseys.
How to Set Up a Grenade Practice Server in Counter-Strike 2
Master your utility lineups in Counter-Strike 2 with this guide on using built-in practice options and essential console commands for infinite grenades.
Why Are CS2 Skins So Expensive? Understanding the Market
Discover why CS2 skins cost so much in 2026. Learn how player-driven supply and demand, float values, and scarcity dictate the Counter-Strike 2 economy.
CS2 Arabesque Collection Guide: How to Get Every Skin
Learn how to unlock the 17 new gold-themed skins in the Counter-Strike 2 Arabesque collection, featuring the AK-47 Consequences of the Jinn.
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Counter-Strike 2 IEM Cologne 2026 Overhauls Sticker System
Valve's CS2 May 22 patch replaces the random capsule model with a direct token shop for IEM Cologne 2026, cutting sticker revenue for smaller teams.
Palworld 1.0 Update Propels Game to #1 on Steam Charts
Following the release of the 1.0 update, Palworld has reached the top of Steam’s most-played games list, surpassing Counter-Strike 2 and Dota 2.