The year 2024 was a milestone for Counter-Strike 2, as the scene was filled with new talents that managed to surprise even the most experienced players. Some of them have already proved themselves at major tournaments, while others are just starting their way in the world of esports. We have prepared a list of the top 10 newcomers who have become a revelation this year and claim to be future stars of CS2.
10. xKacpersky
At the age of 18, Kaspar “xKacpersky” Gabara has already become an important figure in the Counter-Strike 2 pro scene. The Polish player showed outstanding results for ENCE, joining the main roster in October 2024 after playing for Young Ninjas.
In a short period of time, he became one of the team's key players, helping ENCE to win the Elisa Masters Espoo 2024 tournament, where the team defeated HEROIC in the final with a score of 3:1. This tournament was a major milestone in his career, bringing him $100,000 in prize money.
Results in 2024:
- 1st place: Elisa Masters Espoo 2024 (A-Tier)
- 1st place: A1 Gaming League Season 9 (C-Tier)
- 3-4 place: CCT Season 2 European Series #15 (B-Tier)
Despite the fact that the player hasn't been in ENCE for long, xKacpersky has shown a stable game, gaining an average rating of 6.5, which is a significant achievement for a newcomer of this level.
His adaptation to the level of top teams is impressive, and many experts already call him one of the most promising players. Given his age and results, xKacpersky has every chance to become a star on the world stage in the coming years.
9. Graviti
Graviti had an incredibly productive year, including participation in such notable tournaments as Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024, where his team reached the Legends stage, and SkyeSports Championship 2024, where 3DMAX won the championship by defeating The MongolZ in the final with a score of 2:0.
Main achievements in 2024:
- 1st place at the SkyeSports Championship 2024 ($120,000);
- 3rd place at the Thunderpick World Championship 2024 ($70,000);
- 9-12th place at ESL Pro League Season 19;
- 12-14th place at Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024;
- 1st place at YaLLa Compass Summer 2024 ($12,500).
Graviti showed incredible progress in his game, especially during LAN tournaments, ending the year with a stable rating of 6.0. His strategic approach, aggressive play style, and stability were the key to 3DMAX's success in the toughest matches. Equally importantly, he participated in the formation of the new core of the team after its restructuring at the beginning of the year.
8. Jambo
The 20-year-old talent from Ukraine, Dmytro “Jambo” Semera, is one of the most promising newcomers in 2024. As a member of Passion UA, which he joined in August 2023, Jambo has shown impressive results on the international stage. His rapid growth from a young talent to a participant of the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 demonstrates his perseverance and desire to succeed.
Key achievements in 2024
- Jambo has become an important element in the Passion UA lineup, helping the team win prizes at many tournaments. Among the main successes are:
- 1st place in three seasons of the European Pro League (16, 17, 19).
- 2nd place at the RES European Series #6, where the team lost only to Fnatic and received $25,000 in prize money.
- Participation in the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024, where the team took 17-19th place, which was an important experience for the young player.
Jambo received a 6.7 rating for 2024, which is a confirmation of its stability and efficiency on the server. He not only plays the role of an AWP player, but also demonstrates tactical flexibility, which allows the team to adapt to opponents.
7. nqz
Lucas “nqz” Soares, a 19-year-old talent from Brazil, is one of the most promising newcomers in 2024. As a member of paiN Gaming, which he joined in November 2023, nqz demonstrates stability and a high level of play. His performances at international tournaments, including participation in the Legends stage at two majors, confirm his great potential and important role in the team.
Key achievements in 2024
- nqz has become a central figure in the success of paiN Gaming, helping the team to reach new heights in international tournaments. The main achievements include:
- 1st place at the Global Esports Tour Rio de Janeiro 2024, where paiN defeated Imperial in the final, earning $100,000 in prize money.
- 2nd place at the CCT Season 1 Online Finals #4, where the team lost to Preasy in the final but won $40,000.
- Participation in the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 and PGL CS2 Major Copenhagen 2024, where paiN reached the Legends stage, which was a significant step for the team.
nqz received a 6.5 rating for 2024, which confirms his stability as an AWP player. His accuracy and ability to play in critical situations allow the team to demonstrate high results even in the most intense matches.
6. Snow
The 17-year-old Brazilian talent Joao “Snow” Vinicius has already made a name for himself as one of the brightest newcomers of 2024. Joining paiN Gaming in May 2024, Snow has become one of the team's key players. His performances at tournaments, including participation in the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024, confirmed his potential as a future star of the CS2 professional scene.
Key achievements in 2024
- 1st place in the ESL Challenger League Season 48 (South America), where Snow demonstrated a brilliant game, helping the team earn $20,000.
- 1st place at RES Latin American Series #4, where paiN Gaming defeated their opponents 2:1 and received $25,000.
- 4th place at BetBoom Dacha Belgrade 2024 #2, which was an important result for the player at the S-level tournament.
- Participation in Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024, where Snow's team took 12-14th place and earned $20,000.
Snow finished the year with a 6.0 rating, which reflects his stability and efficiency on the server. Despite his young age, he demonstrates maturity in the game, actively influencing the team's results in both local and international tournaments.
Snow is a young talent who has every chance to become one of the leading players in South America in the coming years. His adaptability and ability to play under pressure make him an important asset for paiN Gaming and a bright representative of the new generation of CS2.
5. Ultimate
Key achievements of 2024
Ultimate proved itself at the most prestigious tournaments of the year, including:
- Reaching the quarterfinals at the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024, where the team took 5th-8th place and won $45,000 in prize money.
- 5-8th place at ESL Pro League Season 20 and IEM Cologne 2024, demonstrating a stable game at the S-Tier level of events.
- 1-4 place at BLAST Premier: Fall Groups 2024, which emphasizes his important role in building Liquid's attacking strategy.
Ultimate received a rating of 6.2 at the end of 2024. Thanks to his versatility and ability to adapt to different game situations, he has become an integral part of Liquid's lineup. His accuracy and quick decision-making make him one of the most promising young players on the current Counter-Strike 2 scene.
4. mzinho
Ayush “mzinho” Batbold, a 17-year-old talent from Mongolia, was a revelation on the CS2 professional scene in 2024. While playing for The MongolZ, he demonstrated exceptional stability and leadership. His contribution helped the team to take high places in prestigious tournaments, including two participation in the majors in 2024.
Key achievements in 2024
- Victory at Thunderpick World Championship 2024, where The MongolZ beat HEROIC in the final, winning $500,000 in prize money.
- 1st place at YaLLa Compass 2024, where the team beat NiP for $200,000.
- Quarterfinals at Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024, which established mzinho as one of the best young players.
mzinho received a 6.2 rating for 2024, which emphasizes his reliability in important games. His aggressive style of play and clear understanding of team strategies make him a key player for The MongolZ, and his development promises even more achievements in the future.
3. Zont1x
19-year-old Myroslav “zont1x” Plakhotia became a real sensation in 2024. Not only did the Spirit player help his team win some of the most prestigious tournaments of the year, but he also won the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024, which definitely cemented him as one of the best newcomers to the professional CS2 scene.
Key achievements in 2024
- 1st place at Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024, where Spirit defeated FaZe in the final (2:1) and earned $500,000.
- 1st place at IEM Katowice 2024, showing a dominant game against the best teams in the world.
- 1st place at BLAST Premier Spring Final 2024 and BetBoom Dacha Belgrade 2024 #2, adding even more trophies to the collection.
- 2nd place at BLAST Premier World Final 2024, where Spirit lost to G2 in the final.
Rating and game Zont1x received a rating of 6.1 for 2024. He demonstrates amazing stability and high performance in LAN tournaments, becoming a key element of Spirit's success. His clutch play and tactical preparation have repeatedly decided the fate of important matches.
2. Senzu
An 18-year-old talent from Mongolia, Munkhbold “Senzu” Azbayar has become one of the most notable young players on the world CS2 scene in 2024. As a representative of The MongolZ team, he demonstrates exceptional skills that allow his team to compete at the highest level. His confident play was an important factor in the team's numerous achievements this year.
Key achievements in 2024:
- 1st place at the Thunderpick World Championship 2024 - Senzu demonstrated excellent consistency in helping The MongolZ win the top prize of $500,000.
- 1st place at YaLLa Compass 2024, where the team managed to beat a number of strong opponents, securing another title.
- 2nd place at the SkyeSports Championship 2024 - the final match was a challenge for Senzu, but his game stood out among his partners.
- Participation in two Majors: Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 (1/4 finals) and PGL CS2 Major Copenhagen 2024 (legends).
Senzu received a rating of 6.5 for 2024, confirming his leadership skills and important role in the team. His ability to perform consistently in LAN tournaments, even against big-name opponents, shows great potential for future achievements.
1. Donk
17-year-old talent Daniil “Donk” Kryshkovets is one of the brightest discoveries of 2024. The player from Russia demonstrated an incredible level of play in the Spirit squad, thanks to which he became not only the champion but also the MVP of the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024. His consistent play and confidence on the court made him the centerpiece of the team.
Key achievements in 2024
Donk has become a key element of the Spirit team, helping them to achieve the highest results on the international stage. Among the main achievements are:
- 1st place at the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 (tournament MVP).
- 1st place at IEM Katowice 2024, where the team defeated FaZe with a score of 3:0.
- 1st place at BLAST Premier Spring Final 2024, with a victory over NAVI.
- 1st place at BetBoom Dacha Belgrade Season 2.
- 2nd place at the BLAST Premier World Final 2024.
Donk received a rating of 7.1 at the end of the year, which is the highest among young players in the world. His versatility allows him to adapt to any situation, and his aggressive style of play makes him indispensable in the Spirit lineup. It is thanks to his efforts that the team was able to achieve success in the most important tournaments.
Donk is not only the future of Spirit, but also the future of global esports. His 2024 results confirm that he is ready to conquer new heights and continue to dominate the CS2 scene.
The year 2024 was a real breakthrough for young talents on the global Counter-Strike 2 scene. Each of the featured players proved that age is just a number, and that true potential is revealed through perseverance, hard work, and the desire to win. From Donk's brilliant performance and zont1x's historic triumph to the steady progress of players like Senzu and Mzinho, the new generation of stars proves that the future of CS2 is in good hands.
These players are already setting the pace for the development of professional eSports, and there is no doubt that their influence will only grow in the years to come. Their accomplishments inspire young players around the world, showing that dreams can come true through hard work. 2024 has been a year of great discoveries, and we look forward to seeing new names join the list of legends in the future.
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