The first half of 2024 has concluded, during which numerous tournaments, including a major, took place. In this article, we will summarize and present the top 10 snipers in CS2 at the current moment.

When compiling the top 10 snipers list for the first half of 2024, we analyzed the statistics of tier-1 players whose primary weapon is the AWP. We considered the number of maps played at S-tier events, average KPR (Kills Per Round) and ADR (Average Damage per Round) with the AWP, as well as MVP awards and top placements in championships. Players received points for each indicator, the sum of which determined their final ranking.

#10. Nicolai "dev1ce" Reedtz

After taking on the responsibilities of IGL (In-Game Leader), dev1ce’s individual performance slightly declined. Despite this, he continues to play at a level that allows him to be among the top ten snipers in CS2 in the world. Nikolai averages 0.281 KPR and 25.78 ADR with AWP.

#9. Ihor "w0nderful" Zhdanov

After joining Natus Vincere, Igor has shown a new side, admirably replacing s1mple and repeatedly winning rounds for the team. w0nderful has proven the club management’s decision to be right. He played 62 maps, with his average AWP stats being 0.277 KPR and 24.83 ADR per round.

#8. Casper "cadiaN" Møller

Despite Team Liquid’s overall failure, cadiaN demonstrated his usual AWP play. While it is not particularly exceptional, Casper consistently gets his frags. In 2024, his statistics at S-tier events are 0.299 KPR and 27.06 ADR per round with AWP.

#7. Özgür "woxic" Eker

woxic, like the entire Eternal Fire lineup, is at the peak of his form. In the first half of 2024, they won the CCT Global Finals 2024 and put up a fight against any opponent. Woxic's performance with AWP is 0.311 KPR and 27.72 ADR.

#6. Mathieu "ZywOo" Herbaut

ZywOo's performance in the first half of 2024 is far from his 2023 level. The reasons for the decline in the French sniper’s form are unclear — perhaps his new contract with Team Vitality made him complacent, or there are other reasons. His AWP stats at S-tier events in 2024 are 0.245 KPR and 22.43 ADR per round, which are very low for ZywOo.

#5. Dzhami "Jame" Ali

Jame’s playing style evokes different emotions: some admire his slow gameplay, while others do not. His tactics led to average stats of 0.347 KPR and 31.48 ADR per round with the AWP.

#4. Ádám "torzsi" Torzsás

torzsi is a key player for MOUZ, as evidenced by another contract extension. He rarely makes spectacular highlights but consistently finds his kills on the map. In 2024, his stats at S-tier events are 0.308 KPR and 26.8 ADR per round with the AWP.

#3. Helvijs "broky" Saukants

The best player in FaZe Clan, finalist of the first major in CS2 history, champion and MVP of IEM Chengdu 2024, takes third place in our ranking. His average stats are not particularly impressive, but he played 86 maps at the highest level — 0.268 KPR and 23.87 ADR with the AWP. His ability to step up at the right moment makes him indispensable for FaZe Clan.

#2. Dmitry "sh1ro" Sokolov

sh1ro consistently shows a high level of play over the years. He quickly adapted to CS2 and confidently plays in the updated version of the shooter. Dmitry has average stats of 0.319 KPR and 29.23 ADR with the AWP. He also helped his team win IEM Katowice 2024 and BLAST Premier: Spring Final 2024.

#1. Ilya "m0NESY" Osipov

m0NESY is the only one who consistently demonstrates a high level of play in G2 Esports this year. His average AWP kills per round is 0.37, and average damage is 34.1 ADR per round. Ilya helped G2 reach the semi-finals of the major and win the IEM Dallas 2024 trophy, where he also became MVP.

READ MORE: Top 20 CS2 Players in the First Half of 2024

The first half of 2024 was dynamic and brought many unexpected results. NAVI's victory in the first major in CS2 history is already part of history. The developers continue to improve the game, and even more interesting things await us ahead.