Professional players in Counter-Strike 2 have expressed their “disappointment” with the game’s current condition, suggesting it won’t reach its potential until 2030 due to Valve’s slow rollout of major updates.
As of September 27, CS2 will celebrate its one-year anniversary since transitioning from closed beta to full release in 2023, coinciding with IEM Sydney, where the game was showcased at a professional level for the first time.
Despite the game’s launch, many pros have been critical of its state. With the anniversary approaching, concerns remain high. FaZe Clan’s ropz, when interviewed by Blast.TV, criticized the game’s subtick system, which is still at 64 instead of the preferred 128, and its FPS performance, both crucial for high-level play.
“The game is okay compared to the early days of CSGO, but I believe Valve could do much better,” ropz remarked.
When asked when CS2 might match CSGO’s standards, he responded, “I’m not sure, but I’d guess it will be great by 2030.”
G2 Esports’ NiKo echoed these sentiments, expressing his disappointment in the game’s development. “It’s sad that with a new game, we’ve taken a step back instead of moving forward. A year has passed without significant improvements. It’s not in a good state,” he emphasized.
Players have increasingly criticized Valve for the lack of substantial updates, with one recent patch featuring just a single line of changes. Many believe the developers are neglecting CS2 to focus on Deadlock.