32 teams are ready to fight for the 20th edition of ESL Pro League, when the tournament kicks off tomorrow. Groups A and B will play out this week, while Groups C and D will begin next week.

FaZe and Natus Vincere are the two biggest favorites to advance to the upper final of the group. Eternal Fire, HEROIC, and Ninjas in Pyjamas will probably fight for 3rd and 4th place in the group that also gives access to the playoff stage of the tournament.

Spirit and Danil "donk" Kryshkovets are on fire after winning the BetBoom Dacha tournament last week. In Group B they will most likely go head to head with G2 in the upper final for a direct spot in the Quarter-finals.

MOUZ has won Pro League back-to-back and will try and do what no team has done before by winning three Pro Leagues in a row. Group C features Astralis, Complexity, and BIG as contenders for the Quarter-final spot in the group.

The Group of Death at ESL Pro League Season 20! Vitality, Virtus.pro, FURIA, Falcons, Liquid, and ENCE are all placed in the same group. The Frenchmen must be the favorite to win the group, but the rest of the games will undoubtedly be spicy!

Favorites to win ESL Pro League Season 20:

According to Bet365, these are the winner odds for the tournament:

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19.30: Natus Vincere - Ninjas in Pyjamas 2-0

The talent for ESL Pro League Season 20 is a mix of familiar faces and top-tier analysts. On the A stream, fans can expect to see:

, ensuring comprehensive coverage across all matches.

*Mathieu "⁠Maniac⁠" Quiquerez has been [link:{"url":"https://esports.gg/news/counter-strike-2/cs2-analyst-maniac-accused-of-sexual-assault-by-multiple-women/","isNewTab":true,"text":"removed"}] from the talent lineup after allegations about sexual assault.

{cflag:US} Tres "⁠stunna⁠" Saranthus 

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{cflag:GB} Harry "⁠JustHarry⁠" Russell 

{cflag:GB} Alex "⁠Machine⁠" Richardson 

{cflag:US} Mike "⁠DarfMike⁠" Winnick 

{cflag:IN} Sudhen "⁠Bleh⁠" Wahengbam 

The $750,000 prize pool will be distributed as follows:

The biggest shock was the elimination of back-to-back Pro League champions, MOUZ, who crashed out during the group stage. Their 2-0 defeat to Complexity sealed their fate, following previous losses to Imperial and Complexity earlier in the group stage.

Complexity also played a key role in knocking out Astralis, defeating the Danish team 2-1. On the deciding map, Nuke, Astralis staged a comeback to force the match into overtime, but narrowly lost 16-14. Astralis' early exit was less of a surprise, given their struggles throughout the tournament in Malta. In-game leader Nicolai "dev1ce" Reedtz took to Twitter to accept responsibility for their poor performance during the initial group stage.

"Not the best time to be on SoMe, but I want to give some insight to the fans. Really disappointed with myself these last 2 games, not only as the awp but also IGLing. Doing my best to bounce back, I assure you," tweeted Reedtz after Astralis suffered two consecutive defeats.

The biggest surprise of the tournament so far has come from the American/German lineup, M80. The NA-based team pulled off stunning 2-0 victories against Complexity, Fnatic, and Imperial, securing a direct spot in the Quarter-Finals of ESL Pro League. M80, considered one of the biggest underdogs going into the event, has delivered a standout performance in what has been a breakthrough tournament for the roster.

You can see the entire playoff schedule down below:

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MOUZ

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However, real-life athletes aren’t the only ones who have been playing intensely this year. Indeed, 2024 has also been a pretty busy season for gamers, with plenty of top-notch esports competitions running worldwide. 

If you think esports is a thing for a small community of die hard gamers, think twice. Esports became a global industry with a projected revenue of [link:{"url":"https://www.statista.com/outlook/amo/esports/worldwide#:~:text=The%20Esports%20market%20worldwide%20is,US%245.9bn%20by%202029.","isNewTab":true,"text":"USD 4.3 billion"}] only this year. More importantly, market projections point to solid growth until 2029. If you still haven’t followed any esports competition this year, don’t worry: you still have plenty of opportunities. 

Video gaming competitions are almost as old as the video game itself. Competitive gaming gained space in the 70s, when consoles became widespread in the United States. The first nationwide competition came in 1980 when 10,000 participants tried their best in a Space Invaders competition. Video game competitions would only get more popular in the following years, with titles like Street Fighter and Mortal Kombat, and later with FPS titles like GoldenEye, Counter-Strike, and other [link:{"url":"https://pley.gg/news/cultural-impact-simulation-games-like-sims-4-gaming-community","isNewTab":true,"text":"simulation games"}].

The prizes were laughable by today’s standards, though. The top four winners of that Space Invaders competition brought home only USD 150 each. Nowadays, the prize pool for a single tournament can be as high as USD 40 million. Unsurprisingly, it became a form of entertainment that goes way beyond those with the joystick in their hands. Such tournaments get increasingly more media coverage, engaging millions of fans worldwide, not only with games but also with [link:{"url":"https://www.betsafe.com/en/virtual-sports","isNewTab":true,"text":"virtual sports betting"}].

Here are the best upcoming competitions. 

This year’s edition of the BLAST Premier will take place in Denmark between September 25th and September 29th. The game of choice is Counter-Strike 2. It’s an offline tournament with eight teams confirmed so far, including some of the most famous ones, like FaZe, Vitality, G2 Esports, Falcon, and Team Spirit. The fastest trigger will bring home a piece of a USD 425,000 prize pool. 

League of Legends World Championship 2024

The LoL World Championship is one of the most awaited competitions of the year. It will take place on November 2nd, but pre-sales started in mid-August. The competition will happen in France, Germany, and the UK simultaneously, but you can also get your tickets to watch it at the O2 Arena. As the name suggests, the competition involves the best LoL teams around the world. The championship will take place between September 25th and November 2nd. 

Call of Duty Mobile World Championship 2024

One of the most popular FPS games for PC also has a mobile world championship. The event runs between October 4th and 6th in the United States. Mobile gamers will fight for a share of a whopping USD 1,000,000 prize pool. Unsurprisingly, the championship will include 16 of the best CoD teams worldwide.

Red Bull doesn’t sponsor extreme sports events only. Those who love old-school strategy games can’t miss one of the biggest Age of Empires tournaments worldwide. The tournament will take place in Spain in October, and it will include the most popular editions: Age of Empires II, Age of Empires IV, and Age of Mythology. You can follow the event live through Red Bull  Gaming channels on Twitch and YouTube.   

DreamLeague Season 24 is part of the DPC (Dota Pro Circuit) and is organized by DreamHack and ESL. Indeed, it’s the best opportunity to see the finest Dota 2 players in action. The event runs from October 27th to November 10th, will be online, and will be divided into group stages and playoffs. The prize pool for this tournament is also USD 1,000,000. 

One of the most important Rainbow Six offline events this year will take place between November 7th and 17th in Canada. The fastest triggers will share a USD 750,000 prize pool. The competition will be divided into three stages, but only the last two days of the event will be open to the public at Verdun Auditorium, Montreal.  

Those who love battle royale games and tournaments surely know about Free Fire. The hottest Free Fire event worldwide will happen in Rio de Janeiro during the hottest season, involving 18 of the strongest Free Fire teams worldwide. You can find updates on the event on the official Garena Free Fire Esports website, Instagram, and YouTube channels. 

Saudi Arabia will host the IESF World Esports Championship 2024 between November 11th and November 19th. The event, organized by the International Esports Federation, will involve several games. Get ready for nonstop competitions on PUBG, Mobile Legends, Dota 2, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, and Tekken 7. 

Here’s another treat for battle royale lovers: PUBG Mobile Global Championship 2024. The tournament begins on December 6th and goes until December 8th in London. The prize pool is simply fantastic: USD 3,000,000, which 18 teams will contest. Stay tuned for the opportunity to receive unique gifts and enjoy show matches. Tickets for the event are already available.

Sweden will host the last Overwatch 2 event of the year in late November. The finals will last only two days, but the tournament was divided into four rounds: Open Qualifiers and Main Events. Teams from Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America fought for a place in the final event. Each region will dispute a prize pool of USD 75,000. 

The end of 2024 is right around the corner, but there are still plenty of top-notch [link:{"url":"https://pley.gg/news/who-is-best-player-2024-cs2","isNewTab":true,"text":"esports competitions"}] to enjoy. The list of games involved is also very varied, ranging from franchises like Tekken to Age of Empires. Even mobile tournaments of AAA titles such as Call of Duty are on the menu. Like most important events, you can watch them live on Twitch, YouTube, and other online platforms. 

Ninjas in Pyjamas (NIP) has announced the benching of their captain and in-game leader, Alejandro “alex” Masanet. In his place, the Swedish organization will promote Gareth "⁠MisteM⁠" Ries, a 22-year-old talent from NIP’s academy team, Young Ninjas.

The decision comes after a challenging period for NIP, during which the team failed to qualify for several key tournaments, including the BLAST Fall Final, IEM Rio, and ESL Challenger Atlanta.

In a press release, NIP explained the decision:

- While we continue to believe alex is a great person and leader, we have come to the unfortunate conclusion that his IGL profile isn’t the right fit for this new roster. This decision was not made lightly, but we feel it is essential to put the team in the best position as we continue on our mission to make NIP CS legendary again. 

NIP’s General Manager, Björn “Threat” Pers, further elaborated on the move in a [link:{"url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eB3ycutEQZc","isNewTab":true,"text":"video "}]posted on YouTube:

- We could also see there were a lot of struggles in the mid-round with this team - and while you can't blame that on one person, you can say that this constellation of players doesn't mesh well, so we decided a change was needed. 

With MisteM now promoted, NIP has already found its new in-game leader. MisteM, who has been leading the Young Ninjas since January, is now tasked with guiding the main roster through some of the toughest challenges ahead.

One of the most significant challenges for MisteM and NIP is the Regional Major Ranking (RMR) in November, where they will battle for a spot at the prestigious Perfect World Shanghai Major.

In addition to the roster shake-up, NIP has also made changes to its coaching staff. Fredrik "slap" Junbrant will step down as assistant coach, with Young Ninjas coach Daniel “sprayxd” Kogan taking over the position.

2024 has started with an insane run from Danil "donk" Kryshkovets, who has taken the Counter-Strike world by storm. The 18-year-old Team Spirit player is leading the ratings with a considerable margin after the first part of 2024.

You can see the list of the best players in CS2 down below.

Ranking filter: (min. 80 maps - top 50 teams)

Highest-rated CS2 players of 2024: (Updated 10th of September 2024)

1. {cflag:RU} Danil "donk" Kryshkovets – 1.42 rating (105 maps)

2. {cflag:FR} Mathieu "ZywOo" Herbaut – 1.35 rating (97 maps)

3. {cflag:RU} Ilya "m0NESY" Osipov – 1.31 rating (128 maps)

4. {cflag:GT} Mario "malbsMd" Samayoa - 1.24 rating (89 maps)

5. {cflag:TR} İsmailсan "XANTARES" Dörtkardeş – 1.22 rating (120 maps)

6. {cflag:RU} Dmitriy "sh1ro" Sokolov - 1.22 rating (110 maps)

7. {cflag:DK} Benjamin "blameF" Bremer - 1.22 rating (98 maps)

8. {cflag:BA} Nikola "NiKo" Kovač - 1.21 rating (131 maps)

9. {cflag:US} Jonathan "EliGE" Jablonowski - 1.20 rating (90 maps)

10. {cflag:BR} Felipe "insani" Yuji - 1.19 rating (128 maps) 

11. {cflag:CA} Russel "Twistzz" Van Dulken - 1.18 rating (114 maps)

14. {cflag:FI} Jimi 'Jimpphat' Salo – 1.18 rating (102 maps)

18. {cflag:LV} Helvijs "broky" Saukants - 1.16 rating (133 maps)

20. {cflag:BR} Kaike "KSCERATO" Cerato - 1.16 rating (107 maps)

46. {cflag:DK} Nicolai "dev1ce" Reedtz – 1.13 rating (98 maps)

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While it offers an exciting and competitive environment for millions of players, it's also notorious for its toxic community. Toxicity in LoL can manifest in various forms, from [link:{"url":"https://www.cybersmile.org/news/ai-moderation-slashes-verbal-abuse-in-league-of-legends","isNewTab":true,"text":"verbal abuse"}] to [link:{"url":"https://leagueoflegends.fandom.com/wiki/Feed","isNewTab":true,"text":"intentional feeding"}], and can significantly impact the gaming experience. 

This article will explore the nature of toxicity in LoL and provide strategies to deal with it effectively.

negative behaviors that create an unpleasant environment for other players

The competitive nature of LoL, combined with the anonymity of online interactions, often fuels toxic behavior. Players may become frustrated with their own performance or that of their teammates, leading to outbursts and negative actions.

Toxicity can have severe consequences on both individual players and the LoL community as a whole:

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One of the simplest and most effective ways to deal with verbal toxicity is to use the mute function. If a player is being abusive in chat, you can mute them by:

This allows you to focus on the game without being distracted by negative comments.

[link:{"url":"https://www.riotgames.com/en","isNewTab":true,"text":"Riot Games"}], the developer of LoL, has implemented a reporting system to address toxic behavior. After each game, you can report players who exhibited toxic behavior by:

Consistent reporting helps Riot identify and penalize toxic players, contributing to a healthier gaming environment.

Instead of getting caught up in arguments or dwelling on others' mistakes, focus on [link:{"url":"https://www.redbull.com/int-en/how-to-get-better-league-of-legends-advanced-tips","isNewTab":true,"text":"improving your own gameplay"}]. This mindset shift can help you:

Remember, you can't control others' actions, but you can control your response and personal growth.

Lead by example and promote positive communication within your team. Some tips include:

If you find yourself getting tilted or experiencing a string of games with toxic players, it's essential to take breaks. Stepping away from the game for a while can help you:

Playing with friends or like-minded individuals can significantly reduce exposure to toxic behavior. Consider:

Sometimes, toxicity stems from a lack of understanding of game mechanics or strategies. By educating yourself, you can:

Riot Games implemented the Honor system to encourage positive behavior. After each game, you can honor teammates who demonstrated good sportsmanship, teamwork, or exceptional skill. Consistently receiving honors can lead to rewards, incentivizing positive behavior.

When faced with a toxic player, it's crucial to resist the urge to argue or retaliate. Engaging in arguments often escalates the situation and distracts you from the game. Instead:

10. Understand the Impact of External Factors

It's important to recognize that toxicity in LoL isn't always a direct reflection of the game or its community. External factors such as personal stress, frustration from previous games, or even the pressure to perform well (sometimes exacerbated by practices like [link:{"url":"https://gameboost.com/league-of-legends/boosting","isNewTab":true,"text":"lol boost"}]) can contribute to negative behavior. By understanding this, you can approach toxic situations with more empathy and patience.

Dealing with toxicity in League of Legends requires a combination of personal strategies and community efforts. By implementing these techniques, you can create a more positive gaming experience for yourself and contribute to a healthier LoL community. Remember, change starts with individual actions, and every player has the power to influence the game's culture positively.

ENCE has appointed Niclas "enkay J" Krumhorn as the new head coach for their main team, following the departure of Jakub "kuben" Gurczyński just nine days ago. The 35-year-old German steps in at a difficult time for ENCE, with the team currently far from their previous top-tier performance.

Failing to qualify for the upcoming RMR ahead of the Shanghai Major seemed to be the final blow to kuben's time with the team. enkay J, who has previously coached teams like ALTERNATE aTTaX, Sprout, BIG, and Entropiq, brings a wealth of experience to his new role.

ENCE General Manager Niklas "Willkey" Ojalainen commented on the appointment, saying:

- I'm happy to have my namesake as the next coach for our CS team. Niclas was the strongest candidate for the position, and I find his experience in multiple roles, such as IGL, analyst, and coach, extremely valuable. With that in mind, he can utilize all the tools and power we can harness. Coming from a German work environment, he has a good starting point for bringing more structure into our team.

{cflag:DK} Lukas "⁠gla1ve⁠" Rossander 

{cflag:PL} Kacper "⁠Kylar⁠" Walukiewicz 

{cflag:PL} Krzysztof "⁠Goofy⁠" Górski 

{cflag:DE} Niclas "⁠enkay J⁠" Krumhorn (coach)

2024 will be the first year in history, where all major tournaments are held in the new version of Counter-Strike, CS2. 

We have gathered a list of all the big events of the upcoming year and also tried to include information about tickets, streams, etc. We will update the list as soon as the information is shared by the tournament organizers. We are still yet to hear from BLAST about their plans for the new year. 2024 will be the last year with ESL and BLAST's partnership tournaments. Valve made that clear in the summer of 2023 when the game developer shared their ambition of leveling the playing field. You can read more about that in the article below.

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{cflag:RO} PGL Copenhagen Qualifiers Europe

{cflag:CN} PGL Copenhagen Qualifiers Asia

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Venue: Royal Arena (Playoffs), Copenhagen

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Venue: Wuliangye Chengdu Performing Arts Centre

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Venue: Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Dallas

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{cflag:SG} BLAST Premier World Final 2024

{cflag:CN} Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024

See the dates of IEM Katowice, PGL Copenhagen Major, IEM Cologne, and the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 and much more.

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It is not uncommon for players to use skins for different weapons that belong to the same color scheme. One such scheme involves pink and purple skins.

Why do players choose it? If we look at the most popular maps, we will see more traditional and dull colors. Mirage has lots of yellow and brown, Ancient is dark green, and even futuristic Nuke has somewhat banal grey, red, and blue. On such backgrounds, pink and purple stand out and attract attention.

When it comes to choosing CS2 skins, we have some news. The good news is that the variety of different designs is huge, and you have a plethora of options. The bad news is that sometimes it is really hard to pick the one. That's why we want to highlight seven pink and purple skins that are worth your attention.

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Let's start with one of the best pink CS2 skins. This design is like a work of art. The legendary Japanese volcano is a hero of hundreds and thousands of artworks across many centuries, and its beauty is devotedly depicted on the side of this submachine gun. It is bright, beautiful, and really stands out!

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AK-47 is, without a doubt, the number one weapon in CS 2. It has lots of amazing skins, and people keep arguing about which one is the best of all. And Neon Rider is among the strong S-Tier contenders. It has strong synth-wave vibes and a great contrast of vibrant pink, deep purple, and blasting turquoise shades, and it can be called anything except boring. That’s why the breakthrough player of 2024, Donk from Team Spirit, has it in his inventory.

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If you want something darker yet still stylish, the Neo Noir skin series is for you. It has an eye-catching contrast of black, pink, and purple. The artwork is stunning, and it is hard to believe that such beauty is also cheap! You can buy a Field-Tested skin option of this rifle for slightly more than $6, and the minimal wear option costs $11. 

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We couldn't leave out the second most important weapon in the game, AWP. It also has dozens of great designs. However, some of them might be quite costly due to their rarity. Luckily, that is not the case with Chromatic Aberration, a cheap, stylish, and eye-catching AWP skin. We used the word "eye-catching" because it has a great optical effect on the side, hence the name. Playing with such a skin is a pure pleasure!

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Let's move to pistols. USP-S has been a default pistol for the CT side for years. In fact, there are likely people who don't even know that you can replace USP-S with P2000 (but we don't recommend it). Cortex is a classic design that sends us back to the great CS:GO days. It's fun, it's stylish and it's a great Halloween decoration as well! It is also incredibly cheap, with a minimal wear pistol costing less than $4. 

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Do you love movies about yakuza? Or maybe you prefer the Like a Dragon video game series? This pistol has got you covered because it's full of Japanese vibes! A great contrast of metal, purple handle, and silver engraving of a dragon shows that you're a real tough guy. It is an incredibly cool and fun gun to play with. Considering that it can also one-shot your opponents, this Desert Eagle is simply built different.

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If you prefer less aggressive designs, Glock-18 Vogue might be worthy of your attention. The eyes on the side are just beautiful; the color scheme is mild yet attractive, and, funnily enough, it has an inscription on the top that says: "Look At Me". What else do you need? Maybe the fact that this skin is used by ZywOo, one of the best players in the world.

These seven skins represent only a small portion of all designs in CS2. There are hundreds of different great designs, and you can find them all on [link:{"url":"https://cs.money/csgo/trade/?utm_medium=pleygg&utm_campaign=articles&utm_content=gp&color=purple","isNewTab":true,"text":"CS.MONEY"}], a huge skin trading platform. It has a user-friendly filter system and a wide variety of skins for everyone. Its Market Section offers skins sold by community members, while if you don’t want to wait, Trade Section allows getting skins almost instantly.

If you’re looking to sign superstar AWPer Oleksandr "s1mple" Kostyliev, be prepared to spend big. ¨

According to renowned CIS insider and Spirit scout Aleksey "OverDrive" Biryukov, the asking price for the Ukrainian player has been set at a staggering $3 million.

OverDrive shared this information in a recent post on X.

s1mple is currently under contract with NAVI until the end of 2025, following a three-year extension signed in October 2022. However, the legendary AWPer has been inactive for the Ukrainian organization for the past 11 months.

As his contract expiration approaches, the buyout price is expected to decrease, with teams likely opting to pay less as he nears free agency. NAVI will also likely seek to secure a transfer before the contract expires to avoid losing him for free.

Denis "seized" Kostin, a longtime fixture in the Counter-Strike scene, has officially announced his retirement from professional play. In a statement shared with fans, seized explained his decision to step away from competitive CS after a long and successful career.

The 29-year-old Russian player, who became known during his time with Natus Vincere, cited the lack of promising opportunities to continue his career at a high level, particularly with Valve’s new ranking and qualification structure.

Despite hanging up his mouse, seized isn’t leaving the scene entirely. He plans to remain involved in various media projects and will continue streaming in the near future. He also hinted at a potential return as a coach after a year’s break, expressing his passion for competition and helping teams succeed from a new role.

During his career, seized represented the likes of NAVI, Vega Squadron, Team Singularity and most recently 9Pandas. His biggest victory was at ESL One New York in 2016, where he and the rest of NAVI won the tournament over the Poles from Virtus.pro.

The 20th season of ESL Pro League continues in Malta, showcasing intense Counter-Strike action at the $750,000 tournament.

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