During the Play-In stage of IEM Katowice 2024, an unexpectedly amusing incident occurred involving former professional Valorant player Joshua steel Nissan. Known for his analytical prowess, steel joined the analyst desk but found his memories of Valorant catching up with him during a live broadcast.
In the midst of breaking down a match between M80 and Rooster, steel began to offer commentary with a clear emphasis on Valorant. Describing a "heavy defensive setup," he suggested deploying "Omen's smoke" and rolling out "Viper's wall," referencing characters exclusive to Valorant. He even described a player making an entry frag as "Jett, flying in and landing," clearly alluding to the agile agent from that game.
Despite the comedic nature of the situation, steel managed to incorporate some valid observations about CS2 into his analysis. He correctly pointed out that M80's effective smoke placement was key to their round victory, albeit expressed in Valorant terms.
His fellow analyst, DarfMike, humorously reacted to the slip-up, joking:
Don't worry, folks, we're still working on deprogramming him. We'll get him back.
Steel's delightful confusion added a touch of fun to the competitive atmosphere, showcasing his personality and eliciting laughter from both viewers and analysts. It also serves as a reminder of the growing cross-pollination within esports communities as players and analysts move between disciplines.
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