Dive into this post-major Counter-Strike deep-dive with Thorin and Pimp as they break down why the new CS calendar finally feels like a real sports season, how the major as a year-ending event reshapes roster moves, and what player breaks should really look like in a modern, hyper-competitive scene.  

The conversation then shifts into an all‑time greats debate: is Vitality’s 2025 run better than Astralis’s legendary 2018? They compare trophies, semi‑final streaks, Intel Grand Slam runs, and era difficulty, arguing that Vitality might have the highest “floor” of any CS team ever. They also praise apEX for actively chasing history, talk about the “wrestling villain” crowd dynamic, and dismantle lazy takes about “old CS being bad” by comparing how every era always plays at its own 100% level. They then discuss the donk vs ZywOo conversation.

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Get ready for one of the most stacked CS2 Major playoffs of all time. In this episode of Counter-Points, Thorin and Pimp break down why this Major format with VRS seeding has actually worked, how it created a logical narrative through all three stages, and why the playoff bracket is almost the dream scenario for competitive Counter-Strike. They talk about how teams like FlyQuest naturally hit their ceiling, why this playoff field is statistically one of the strongest ever, and why there’s basically no way to get a “bad” semifinal with this bracket.

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NOTE: This episode was recorded before the Team Liquid vs Passion UA match.

In this episode of Counter-Points, Thorin and Pimp break down the viral drama sparked by npl from B8 during the CS2 Major – and use it to dig into the messy relationship between pro players, analysts, fans, and unfair criticism.

They discuss good vs. bad player/media interactions, including coaches and players who lie or wildly exaggerate (“worst analyst ever,” “doesn’t understand CS”) versus those who DM, provide real context, and actually influence how analysts talk about their teams.

They then dive into the CS2 Major, discussing Team Liquid, Falcons, and FaZe in depth

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In this episode, Pimp and Thorin break down why the opening stage of the Budapest CS2 Major felt like one of the worst major stages ever in terms of gameplay quality – despite the stakes, the storylines, and the new Valve ranking system (VRS) doing a decent job of seeding teams.

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Get ready for the ultimate CS2 Major preview! 🎯 In this episode of Counter-Points, Thorin and Pimp break down the top contenders, dark horses, and potential disappointments heading into the upcoming Major.

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In this episode of Counter-Points, we dive deep into the world of competitive CS2, breaking down the recent grand finals at IEM Chengdu, and the evolving meta in pro Counter-Strike. Pimp and Thorin discuss Vitality’s 3-0 loss to FURIA, explaining why the scoreline was deceptive, how key clutch moments like FallenNs 1v2 on Ancient shifted momentum, and why Vitality’s biggest opponent right now might be themselves.  

The conversation highlights standout performances and roster changes — from molodoy’s transformative impact on FURIA, arguably making them major contenders, to comparisons with big-name transfers like ropz to Vitality. We explore the strengths, weaknesses, and psychological dynamics of top teams such as Falcons, Spirit, MOUZ, and NAVI, and why team composition and synergy often trump raw firepower in the current era.

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Join us for another episode of Counter-Points as Pimp and Thorin dive deep into the worlds of esports, competitive drive, and the intersection of gaming with real-life challenges. 

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In this episode of Counter-Points, we break down the current state of competitive Counter-Strike after ESL Pro League, exploring why the race to the next Major feels more open than ever.

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In this episode, we dive deep into FURIA’s surprising resurgence and the roster changes that shocked the Counter-Strike scene. Thorin and Pimp break down the additions of YEKINDAR and rookie AWPer molodoy, the transformation of FalleN from an AWPing in-game leader to a rifling support IGL, and how these moves revitalized the team despite initial skepticism. We explore molodoy’s breakout year, the tactical and leadership dynamics between FalleN and YEKINDAR, and why full buy-in from veterans like KSCERATO and yuurih has boosted performance 

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In this episode of Counter-Points, Thorin and Pimp break down one of the most surprising results in recent CS2 esports history — G2’s stunning victory over Vitality at the BLAST Premier Fall Final. We dive deep into how G2, led by coach sAw and IGL huNter-, built a winning formula without a traditional superstar, relying instead on a perfectly balanced roster featuring HeavyGod, matys, and malbsMD. From tactical innovations to key role adjustments, we analyze how G2 overcame pre-final predictions, mastered their T-sides, and shut down Vitality in a five-map thriller  

We also explore the bigger Counter-Strike landscape — what G2’s rise means for the CS circuit, Vitality’s quest to regain their dominance, and how teams like Spirit, FaZe, Falcons, and TheMongolZ could shape the path to the next Major. Packed with expert insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and detailed breakdowns of team building, leadership shifts, and individual performances, this episode is essential for any Counter-Strike fan looking to understand the evolving CS2 esports meta.

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On a new Counter-Points, Thorin and Pimp discuss Spirit adding tn1r, the state of Astralis, whether gla1ve is done with professional CS, logical landing spots for zont1x, and more!

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