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CS2 strategy and tactics writer

Kai Denton

Kai has played Counter-Strike competitively since the early CS:GO days and spent years breaking down how professional teams approach the game. He writes about tactics, economy and the decisions that separate average players from those who consistently rank up.

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CS2 Map Rotation: What Changes Each Season

Every few months, Valve quietly reshuffles the competitive map pool for Counter-Strike 2, and the ripple effects reach every...

Kai DentonSep 16, 20266 min read
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How to Rank Up in CS2 Premier Mode

CS2's Premier mode replaced the old matchmaking rank system with a numerical rating, currently ranging from 0 to around 35,000...

Kai DentonSep 16, 20265 min read
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The Appeal of Competitive Online Platforms

Competitive online platforms hold a particular kind of appeal that casual games cannot replicate, and it is not simply about...

Kai DentonSep 16, 20264 min read