TenZ explains why he can never go pro in CS2

As a gamer with years of experience under my belt, I can empathize with TenZ‘s decision not to pursue CS2 professionally. His words resonate deeply, especially for those who have faced the daunting challenge of competing against top-tier European players. I remember watching s1mple and Zywoo in action, their skill level was so far beyond anything I could comprehend that they seemed like unstoppable forces on the battlefield. It’s humbling to admit, but even at my peak, I couldn’t hold a candle to them.


More recently, the former professional Valorant player TenZ has addressed a fan’s query regarding his potential involvement in CS2. In response, he expressed that current professionals in the field exhibit such exceptional skill that it seems unlikely for him to compete effectively.

As a gamer, I’ve admittedly struggled with the idea of going pro in the new Counter-Strike sequel because there are simply too many talented players out there who have mastered the game far beyond my abilities. In CS:GO, even at my best, I couldn’t keep up with the top European competition. It’s a humbling realization, but it’s part of the journey and I’m determined to keep improving!

TenZ shared stories about instances where top CS:GO players such as s1mple and Zywoo would journey to North America for competitions, leaving a trail of destruction on the game servers.

The streamer mentioned, “I was competing with s1mple in a game of Train, and only one shot he fired caught me… He executed an impressive one-tap headshot on me. It was one of the craziest shots I’ve ever witnessed during my gaming experience.

TenZ referred to Team Vitality’s player Zywoo as an “unrelenting destroyer,” expressing that he seemed almost invincible during each game.

His views mirror those of many others concerning the state of CS2 esports in North America. For some time now, a significant number of players from this region have struggled to compete at par with top European teams. Moreover, several prominent North American organizations have shifted their focus towards international or fully European squads.

During his career as a professional Counter-Strike player, TenZ didn’t make significant strides. However, it’s worth noting that he was just a teenager back then, and one of his notable achievements was assisting Cloud9 to finish fourth in a Blast tournament held in 2019.

In simpler terms, this retired Valorant professional announced that he doesn’t intend to return to eSports and instead prefers to concentrate on generating content and exploring fresh opportunities within the sphere of influencers, utilizing his newly acquired free time for these endeavors.

This month, TenZ went to TwitchCon alongside his companion. Normally, his busy career obligations don’t allow for this, but it appears that he seized the opportunity when it came up. Even if he managed to compete again in his first game, it seems he’s eager to do so.

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2024-09-27 19:50