Category: Counter Strike 2
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NAVI Coach B1ad3 to Replace S1mple in IEM Sydney 2023
s1mple, renowned for his exceptional skills as an AWPer, has been a pivotal figure for Natus Vincere. His decision to skip IEM Sydney has left many fans and analysts speculating. While the exact reason for his absence remains undisclosed in NAVI’s official statement, the void he leaves behind is palpable. In his stead, Justinas “jL”…
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AMD Driver Update Causing False VAC Bans in CS2
AMD’s 23.10.1 release on October 12 introduced the Anti-Lag+ feature, specifically designed to enhance the gameplay experience for CS2 players. This feature aimed to reduce input-to-response latency, providing a smoother and more responsive gaming session. However, the method it employed, which involved Dynamic Link Library (DLL) rerouting and frame alignment within the game’s code, inadvertently…
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New Counter Strike 2 Update Fixes ‘Smooth Criminal’ Bug
A new update for Valve’s competitive shooter Counter Strike 2 is here, and it aims to address some of the major bugs that have surfaced in the game over the past few days. While the October 12th CS2 patch doesn’t bring any game-changing updates to the title, it does include several important bug fixes alongside…
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ESL Announces IEM Sydney Talent Lineup
IEM Sydney’s schedule has undergone a revamp. ESL, the event’s organizer, has extended the time allocated for best-of-one matches to one hour and best-of-three matches to three and a half hours. This adjustment means that the opening matches on October 16 will now commence at 01:30, a 90-minute delay from the original 00:00 start time.…
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Counter Strike 2 October 10 Update Brings Changes to Matchmaking & Premier Ranks
Yet another day, yet another exciting update for Counter Strike 2. This time, all eyes are on the game’s matchmaking system and Premier rankings, promising an enhanced gameplay experience for players, but there’s also a downside. The October 10th CS2 update is quite a small update in comparison to the other updates that we’ve seen…
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Counter-Strike 2 Not Coming to macOS: Valve
The macOS gamers had been eagerly awaiting the release of Counter-Strike 2. However, Valve’s recent announcement has poured cold water on their hopes. The company confirmed that there would be no macOS version for the much-anticipated game, Counter-Strike 2. This decision comes as a surprise, especially considering the popularity of the predecessor game. Why no…
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The Movement Delay in CS2 is Real, But There’s a Fix
Since the dawn of its release, movement delays in Counter Strike 2 have remained a major cause of concern within the game’s community. Fortunately, players have managed to come up with an easy fix for the problem. Valve’s highly anticipated release of CS 2 on September 27, 2023, sent shockwaves of excitement through the gaming…
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CS2 Update removes single-vote surrenders
Having undergone a long beta program, many kinks remain, and developers have been acting fast to iron them out before professional tournaments transition from CSGO. The latest update aims to fix the single-vote surrenders that many believe to be disruptive in nature towards the game. Single Vote surrender had the community divided right from the…
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CounterStrike 2 Player’s Massive Skin Inventory Worth $1.5 Million Gets Banned
In the world of online gaming, particularly within the Counter-Strike community, skin trading has become a lucrative business. Rare skins can fetch prices in the millions, making them highly sought-after commodities. However, with high rewards come high risks, as demonstrated by the recent ban of a prominent skin trader. St4ck, a well-known figure in the…
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CS2’s Latest Patch Brings Bug Fixes and Graphics Enhancements
The latest patch for CS2 comes with changes ranging from graphics enhancements to map tweaks and miscellaneous fixes. With CS2’s dedicated player base and professional scene, even the smallest adjustments to the game can have a significant impact. The latest patch, packed with changes and fixes, promises to enhance the gaming experience for players and…