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FACEIT, recognized as the world’s top online platform for competitive gaming, is now expanding its horizons by introducing the newly launched Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) to its platform. This move enables CS2 enthusiasts to connect with FACEIT’s vast community of 22 million players and polish their gameplay skills in a high-caliber environment.
The value FACEIT brings to the table isn’t just limited to being a meeting point for players. With its built-in ranking system, gamers begin at Level 1 and can strive to achieve Level 10. Ambitious players can even take their shot at community-held tournaments or aim for a spot in the esteemed FACEIT Pro League (FPL). FACEIT’s commitment to maintaining a player-friendly atmosphere is evident with the inclusion of its AI-driven anti-cheat tool and chat moderation, named “Minerva”.
In a bid to continuously evolve the competitive CS landscape, FACEIT is debuting its seasonal Elo system: FACEIT Season 1. This season promises to take competition to an all-time high, climaxing with the FPL Proving Grounds event, where top players (those achieving the new ‘Challenger’ rank) can compete for a piece of the whopping $100,000 prize pool. This rank aims to recognize the elite top 1,000 players spread across Europe, South America, and North America. Moreover, the standout top three players from the FPL Proving Grounds will be granted direct access to the FPL and receive a monthly stipend, reinforcing their journey towards professional gaming.
FPL Proving Grounds is set to change the dynamics of how players qualify for the FPL. Held quarterly, this event directly taps into the Elo leaderboards across key regions, making the path to FPL more streamlined and accessible. The excitement surrounding the launch of Counter-Strike 2 on FPL is palpable. It’s intended to recapture the vibrant atmosphere of early FPL days, drawing in renowned CS players and producing captivating content for the community to consume. Alongside this, FACEIT is adjusting its Elo and Skill Level to more aptly represent its players, paving the way for a lively competition to attain the top position in Counter-Strike 2.
As a part of its CS2 offering, FACEIT is introducing the Super Match feature. Designed to let players personalize their matchmaking experience, Super Match assures users can specify match characteristics. Initially, this feature will be rolled out for all Plus and Premium subscribers across every region.
European CS2 players have another reason to rejoice. FACEIT has expanded its server selection options in Europe, covering areas from Moscow to the UK. This feature caters to players’ connectivity needs and efficiently manages the linguistic diversity in the European gaming community. This extensive server range comes hand in hand with a minor change – an increased map selection requirement for premium users, ensuring no compromises on queue times.
Niccolo Maisto, co-CEO of ESL FACEIT Group, expressed his enthusiasm for this venture, “For a decade, our collaboration with the CS community has helped FACEIT flourish. With CS2, we’re looking ahead to a bigger, better future. It’s a privilege to invite every player, team, organizer, and creator who shares our profound love for competitive Counter-Strike.”