Recent data released reveals a shift in the professional CS landscape, with players increasingly favoring the M4A1-S over its counterpart, the M4A4. The statistics, derived from over 31 million kills in ranked CS2 Premier matches between February 1st and February 14th, 2024, show a clear preference for the silenced rifle across various kill count brackets.
The M4A1-S is leading the preference chart, with the percentage of players using it ranging from 77.9% in the 5,000 - 9,999 kill bracket to 84.5% in the 25,000+ kill bracket, as per data. This trend seems to be consistent with earlier data from August to October 2023, where the M4A1-S was also preferred by a significant margin.
The lower usage of the M4A4, potentially due to its higher cost—$200 more than the M4A1-S—suggests that the in-game economy is a decisive factor for professional players. The silenced M4A1-S not only offers a cost advantage but also brings benefits like reduced sound signature, which can be critical in high-stakes matches.
As the competitive scene continues to evolve, it remains to be seen whether the M4A4 will see any modifications or price adjustments to balance its appeal against the M4A1-S. For now, the silenced rifle holds the spotlight, being the weapon of choice for the majority of ranked CS2 Premier players.
We turn the question to the community: Which do you prefer, and why? The M4A4 with its higher rate of fire and bullet capacity or the stealthier, more cost-effective M4A1-S?
Source: leetify.com
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