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Machine learning models trained on pro replays are changing how teams prepare

General·October 16, 2026

Machine learning models trained on pro replays are changing how teams prepare

Teams no longer need to spend most of their preparation time hunting through full...

Pixel-accurate crosshair overhaul forces players to relearn aim feel

General·October 15, 2026

Pixel-accurate crosshair overhaul forces players to relearn aim feel

A CS2 crosshair overhaul can disrupt aim even when your sensitivity, resolution, and viewmodel...

How small ui changes are turning casual viewers into analyst-first fans

General·October 14, 2026

How small ui changes are turning casual viewers into analyst-first fans

Casual viewers do not suddenly become analysts because a platform adds more numbers. They...

Sticker royalty split sparks debate over where esports money goes

General·October 12, 2026

Sticker royalty split sparks debate over where esports money goes

The CS2 sticker revenue split has turned a fan-purchase feature into one of Counter-Strike’s...

Small fixes, big headaches: why recent server updates are disrupting competitive rhythm

General·October 9, 2026

Small fixes, big headaches: why recent server updates are disrupting competitive rhythm

A competitive session can fall apart long before a player loses aim, confidence, or...

Blast’s $10m bet reshapes the pro scene’s calendar and team finances

General·October 7, 2026

Blast’s $10m bet reshapes the pro scene’s calendar and team finances

BLAST’s $10m bet reshapes the pro scene’s calendar and team finances because it changes...

Community tools scramble after demo chat encryption and VacNet rollout

General·October 5, 2026

Community tools scramble after demo chat encryption and VacNet rollout

Counter-Strike communities that depend on Discord voice should treat the Discord voice encryption rollout...

Katowice return spotlights roster churn and travel pressure on pro teams

General·October 2, 2026

Katowice return spotlights roster churn and travel pressure on pro teams

For pro Counter-Strike teams, an IEM Katowice return is rarely just another tournament stop....

Workshop browsing and curated server shortcuts land in Steam China play menu

General·October 1, 2026

Workshop browsing and curated server shortcuts land in Steam China play menu

If you are looking for a new, literal Steam China play menu button that...

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