Top 5 Rising CS2 Prodigies Under 20 to Watch in 2025
The competitive CS2 scene is witnessing an influx of exceptional young talent as the game transitions from CS:GO. These rising stars are already making significant impacts at the highest level of play, bringing fresh strategies and innovative approaches to the game.
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Ilya "m0NESY" Osipov (Age: 19, G2 Esports) A Russian AWP specialist known for aggressive plays and remarkable accuracy. With a 1.28 rating, m0NESY has become instrumental in G2 Esports' recent successes.
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Daniil "headtr1ck" Valitov (Age: 19, B8) The Ukrainian talent joined B8 Esports in April 2024 after his NiP stint. Despite facing challenges, headtr1ck maintains a solid 1.20 rating and shows tremendous potential.
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Jimi "Jimpphat" Salo (Age: 17, MOUZ) The Finnish prodigy began his competitive journey at just 12 years old. Recently impressed with a 1.50 rating at PGL CS2 Major Copenhagen 2024 and led MOUZ to victories at BetBoom Dacha Belgrade 2024.
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Danil "donk" Kryshkovets (Age: 17, Team Spirit) MVP of IEM Katowice 2024 with a remarkable 1.38 rating. His outstanding performance has earned him a massive following, with Twitch streams reaching 36,000 viewers.
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Ayush "mzinho" Batbold (Age: 16, The MongolZ) The youngest on this list, mzinho helped The MongolZ reach the Legends Stage at PGL Major Copenhagen 2024. With a 1.08 rating and victory at MESA Nomadic Masters Spring 2024, he represents Mongolia's rising CS2 talent.
These young players are reshaping competitive CS2, bringing unprecedented skill and innovation to the professional scene. Their rapid development and achievements suggest a bright future for competitive Counter-Strike.
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karrigan's CS2 Pro Settings & Setup Guide [2025]
1/9/2025
Off Raw Input: On Video Settings High visibility and smooth performance are paramount in competitive CS2. Here are cadiaN's video settings: Resolution: 1920x1080 Ratio: 16:9 Scaling Mode: Native Display Mode: Fullscreen Graphics Settings cadiaN runs most graphics settings on low to ensure maximum FPS and minimum visual clutter: Global Shadow Quality: Medium Model/Texture Detail: Low Texture Filtering Mode: Bilinear Shader Detail: Low Particle Detail: Low Ambient Occlusion: Disabled High Dynamic Range: Performance FidelityFX Super Resolution: Disabled NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency: Enabled Multicore Rendering: Enabled Uber Shaders: Enabled Game Equipment cadiaN's setup is made up of top-tier gaming gear: Monitor: BenQ XL2546K Mouse: Logitech G Pro X Superlight Keyboard: Xtrfy K5 Mousepad: ZOWIE G-SR-SE Headset: EPOS H6PRO It's worth noting that while these settings work exceptionally well for cadiaN, they might not be the perfect fit for everyone. Each player should adjust their settings according to their personal preferences and playstyle while using these settings as a reference point. Conclusion cadiaN's CS2 settings are a reflection of his professional experience and gameplay requirements. While copying a pro player's settings won't instantly make you play like them, understanding and adapting their configurations can help improve your gameplay. Remember that these settings are specifically tailored to cadiaN's playstyle and preferences. Feel free to use them as a starting point and adjust them according to your needs and comfort level. Keep practicing, stay dedicated, and who knows? Maybe one day you'll be setting your own trends in the CS2 community!
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