In the intense world of Counter-Strike 2, snipers wielding the AWP are game-changers, capable of turning the tide of a match with a single shot. At IEM Cologne 2024, the top snipers showcased their elite skills, delivering performances that left fans and opponents in awe. As the event draws to a close, here's a look at the five snipers who dominated the battlefield with their AWP prowess.

Top 5 Snipers of IEM Cologne 2024

5. Ádám "torzsi" Torzsás

Rating: 6.4 | AWP Kills per Round: 0.305 | Multikills: 45

Ádám "torzsi" Torzsás was instrumental in MOUZ's deep run at IEM Cologne 2024. His consistent AWP play, especially in high-pressure moments, was key to MOUZ's semifinal appearance. Despite falling short against the finalists, torzsi’s impact with the AWP was undeniable.

4. Nicolai "dev1ce" Reedtz

Rating: 6.4 | AWP Kills per Round: 0.260 | Multikills: 23

Even in a struggling Astralis lineup, Nicolai "dev1ce" Reedtz remained a beacon of consistency. His experience and composure allowed him to deliver crucial AWP kills, keeping Astralis in contention despite their overall disappointing performance.

3. Mathieu "ZywOo" Herbaut

Rating: 6.7 | AWP Kills per Round: 0.273 | Multikills: 37

Mathieu "ZywOo" Herbaut, Vitality’s star player, continued to impress with his AWPing at IEM Cologne 2024. While not his most explosive event, ZywOo's consistency and ability to secure key frags made him vital to Vitality’s push for the title.

2. Roland "ultimate" Tomkowiak

Rating: 6.8 | AWP Kills per Round: 0.318 | Multikills: 39

Roland "ultimate" Tomkowiak was a standout performer for Liquid, excelling in his first major event with the team. His consistent AWPing and ability to deliver multikills were crucial to Liquid’s strong showing, establishing him as one of the top snipers of the tournament.

1. Ilya "m0NESY" Osipov

Rating: 7.1 | AWP Kills per Round: 0.395 | Multikills: 44

Ilya "m0NESY" Osipov was the undisputed top sniper of IEM Cologne 2024. Despite G2’s quarterfinal exit, m0NESY's spectacular AWP performance, highlighted by nearly 0.4 AWP kills per round, solidified his position as the most dominant sniper at the event.

Conclusion

IEM Cologne 2024 highlighted the incredible skill of the top AWPers in the game, from dev1ce’s reliability to m0NESY’s explosive dominance. As the scene shifts to the next major event, ESL Pro League Season 20 in Malta, these snipers will be crucial in leading their teams to victory, with a $750,000 prize pool on the line. The battle for AWP supremacy is far from over.