Wake up! You have to make money instead of playing your games! Have you ever heard such words? For the second decade, players have been proving that such a “dubious hobby” can be a full-time job. In 2003, prize pools at major CS 1.6 tournaments were around $500,000.
As CS2 players continue to dominate the iGaming scene in 2026, their partners have become a major highlight, particularly their presence in large tournaments. These stunning women have become public figures, particularly on social media, not only for their beauty but also for their growing role in the CS2 community.
Gamers don’t just chase trophies; some find love along the way. In this updated list, we’re checking out the wives and girlfriends of Dota 2’s biggest names. They’re not only gorgeous but also killing it in their own careers, from streaming to running companies, all while supporting their partners through the highs and lows of pro esports.
Fire or steel? Big ambition and emotion, or a cool head? Calm or furious? Despite the opposing personality traits of s1mple and ZywOo, they are at the top of professional CS:GO. Why did ZywOo rank as 2022's second-best player? ZywOo made a late push for first place, picking up steam at IEM Dallas to finish 2022 as the second-highest-rated player of the year. S1mple, on the other hand, won the TOP-1 HLTV Awards three years in a row. But which of them is better?
Every year, new players catch spectators' and analysts' attention. It is not uncommon for them to continue their careers successfully and become mature, experienced esportsmen. One of the most promising young AWPERs caught in our AIM, is Denis Deko Zhukov. Well-known players appreciate his playing skills. Tens of thousands of fans follow his games. The problem is only the nature of the young player, which hinders the rapid growth of Deko's potential. Today, we'll discuss his figure in the field of competitive CS:GO.
In 2015, it was clear to everyone that "s1mple" is one of the most talented players in Counter-Strike history, but despite this, he was kicked many times even from TIR-2 teams, so what the matter is? Everything is very simple. Alexander Kostylev is an unusual player. While the rest fought each other to prove who is the best based on the HLTV rating, Sasha Kostylev got a much more difficult opponent: to become a world champion, he had to defeat his demons.
