The 2024 HLTV Awards recognized achievements in competitive CS2 in the past year, honoring top players, teams, and contributors in the esports community. From the impressive debut of donk to the consistent performances of stars like ANa and m0NESY, the event highlighted key milestones in the scene. Below is an overview of the winners across all categories and their notable accomplishments.
Player of the Year: Danil “donk” Kryshkovets
Danil “donk” Kryshkovets dominated 2024 as the undisputed Player of the Year, emerging as a phenomenal talent in his debut year. His contributions to Team Spirit were pivotal, securing titles at marquee events like IEM Katowice and the Perfect World Shanghai Major. With five MVP awards to his name and stellar performances in high-pressure matches, donk’s explosive entry into tier-one play captivated fans and experts alike.
Runners-Up:
- Ilya “m0NESY” Osipov (2nd place)
- Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut (3rd place)
Women’s Player of the Year: Ana “ANa” Dumbravă
Ana “ANa” Dumbravă continued her reign in women’s CS2 by clinching her third consecutive Women’s Player of the Year award. Her remarkable consistency, highlighted by a 1.25 rating across the year, solidified her position as the best AWPer in the women’s scene. Leading her team with composure and skill, ANa exemplifies excellence.
Runners-Up:
- Zainab “zAAz” Turkie (2nd place)
- Victoria “tory” Kazieva (3rd place)
Team of the Year: Natus Vincere (NAVI)
Natus Vincere (NAVI) reclaimed the spotlight as the Team of the Year, with a triumphant campaign that included a win at the prestigious PGL Major Copenhagen. Under the guidance of Aleksib, NAVI demonstrated exceptional teamwork and adaptability, consistently outpacing elite rivals like G2 and Spirit.
Runners-Up:
- G2 (2nd place)
- Spirit (3rd place)
Individual Awards
Rookie of the Year: Danil “donk” Kryshkovets
donk’s meteoric rise earned him the title of Rookie of the Year, a testament to his unmatched talent and resilience.
Opener of the Year: Danil “donk” Kryshkovets
Once again, donk shined as the Opener of the Year, consistently delivering impactful plays in the early rounds.
Closer of the Year: Justinas “jL” Lekavicius
jL showcased clutch prowess, securing critical rounds and earning the Closer of the Year title.
Anchor of the Year: Valeriy “b1t” Vakhovskiy
b1t’s reliability in anchoring bomb sites earned him the award for Anchor of the Year.
AWPer of the Year: Ilya “m0NESY” Osipov
m0NESY’s sharp precision and adaptability solidified his position as the AWPer of the Year.
IGL of the Year: Aleksi “Aleksib” Virolainen
Aleksib’s strategic mastery and leadership were instrumental in NAVI’s success, earning him IGL of the Year honors.
Coach of the Year: Andrey “B1ad3” Gorodenskiy
B1ad3’s tactical expertise and guidance were critical to NAVI’s dominance, making him the Coach of the Year.
Women’s Team of the Year: Imperial fe
Imperial fe clinched their third consecutive Women’s Team of the Year award, further solidifying their legacy as a powerhouse in women’s esports.
Runners-Up:
- NAVI Javelins (2nd place)
- FURIA fe (3rd place)
Special Awards
Highlight of the Year: Danil “donk” Kryshkovets
donk’s 1v5 clutch against HEROIC at the Perfect World Shanghai Major was a jaw-dropping display of skill, earning him the Highlight of the Year award.
Talent of the Year: James “BanKs” Banks
BanKs’ exceptional work as an interviewer and analyst earned him the title of Talent of the Year.
Streamer of the Year: Mark “ohnePixel” Zimmermann
ohnePixel retained his crown as Streamer of the Year, captivating viewers with his unique style and engaging streams.
Creator of the Year: NadeKing
NadeKing’s creative content and community engagement secured him the honor of Creator of the Year.
Event of the Year: Perfect World Shanghai Major
The Perfect World Shanghai Major stood out as the Event of the Year, surpassing the PGL Major Copenhagen and IEM Katowice in delivering an electrifying experience.
Skin of the Year: AK-47 | Inheritance
Endrit’s AK-47 | Inheritance was voted Skin of the Year, a coveted accolade in the CS2 community.
Runners-Up:
- Zeus x27 | Olympus (2nd place)
- M4A1-S | Black Lotus (3rd place)
