Valve shook the esports world on April 22 by introducing the first-ever official global ranking for CS2 esports. Unlike previous regional rankings, this comprehensive ranking system provides a unified view of the top teams worldwide. Let’s delve into the details of this monumental development.
The Significance of Valve’s Global Rankings
Up until now, esports enthusiasts relied on platforms like HLTV for team rankings. However, Valve’s initiative marks a paradigm shift in the industry.
Starting from 2025, tournament organizers will use Valve’s global rankings to determine invitations, replacing existing partnership ecosystems. This change will standardize the selection process across all tournaments, fostering fairness and transparency.
Top Teams in April 2024
Here’s a glimpse of the top 30 teams in the world according to Valve’s global ranking:
- Natus Vincere
- FaZe
- Spirit
- MOUZ
- G2
- Vitality
- Eternal Fire
- Virtus.pro
- Cloud9
- paiN
- HEROIC
- Imperial
- MIBR
- Astralis
- Complexity
- FURIA
- The Mongolz
- GamerLegion
- OG
- Falcons
- Aurora
- ENCE
- Gaimin Gladiators
- SAW
- Liquid
- FlyQuest
- BetBoom
- BIG
- BLEED
- Apeks
(Data via Valve)
How Valve Calculates the Rankings
Valve’s global ranking considers various factors, including:
- Teams’ performance
- Prize money earned
- Beaten opponents
- Head-to-head results
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Conclusion
Valve’s introduction of global rankings signifies a monumental shift in the CS2 esports landscape. By standardizing the selection process, Valve aims to promote fairness and competition integrity. As the esports community adapts to these changes, we can expect a more dynamic and competitive scene in the years to come.