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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...

Movement bob returns and old crosshair quirks spark community debate

General·September 30, 2026

Movement bob returns and old crosshair quirks spark community debate

If your familiar aim picture suddenly feels wrong, you are not alone: the latest...

New 3v3 mode reshapes close-quarters tactics and map priorities

General·September 28, 2026

New 3v3 mode reshapes close-quarters tactics and map priorities

Winning a new 3v3 mode is less about memorizing one perfect rush and more...

Why a streaming boom is breathing new life into grassroots lan scenes

General·September 25, 2026

Why a streaming boom is breathing new life into grassroots lan scenes

Grassroots LAN scenes do not need to choose between a packed room and an...

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