Even this article was appropriately mediocre. The whole thing is dead. Hopefully Valve have more in mind for CS2, otherwise it's over for the industry. What good esports are left? League is done, Dota is in a decline, Overwatch has never been good, and now CS is on the out.
Good article aside from the talk about the ingame economy - it’s what makes the game interesting to me and never a bad thing. Good teams can manage fine, bad decisions are punished it is what it is. It is good. It’s old and always worked. If you have a better idea you can write about it, but so far nobody had better ideas. If you give the teams too much economy in the game it gets stale and makes the economy meaningless. No, no it’s fine the way it is. I guess you’re just bored with the game in general, not just the economy.
The trophy is tacky, the trophy is odd, and that’s what I like about it. It’s something new and unique, it’s a matter of taste. It’s a funny trophy, it’s not a serious trophy. Maybe it fits a mediocre Major with average teams in the playoffs. For me it’s not important enough to dislike the trophy. But we can all dislike the playoffs and the RMR/major format. That’s the biggest issue and I hope they will change it.
The points the article makes about seeding, format, stickers, and trophies are all correct, but I don't agree with bashing blast for lacking innovation for the major. They've never hosted a tournament this big and focusing on reducing mistakes/errors is better than trying to do too much.
Also the article adopts a terribly pessimistic perspective on the future of the scene, which is sad really.
If the game deserves an 'appropriately mediocre send off', then maybe you shouldn't spend time covering the game. Even if things are bad, and the scene is getting worse, saying it deserves its mediocrity is the same as saying there is nothing good within the scene. The game itself is the most exciting esport to play or watch, and nothing any TO does will change that.
I recently read your article discussing the Paris CS:GO Major, and I wanted to share my thoughts on the cynical tone that permeates your writing. While I understand that everyone is entitled to their own perspective, I believe it's important to consider the positive aspects of the event and the potential for growth within the CS:GO community.
You express skepticism towards the enthusiasm surrounding the tournament, dismissing it as typical euphoria that dissipates quickly. However, I believe it's essential to celebrate and appreciate the excitement generated by such events. Major tournaments like the one in Paris bring together fans from around the world, showcasing the best of CS:GO and fostering a sense of unity and passion within the community.
You also mention that the idea of the event being a farewell to CS:GO is merely a marketing angle. While it's true that the competitive scene may face certain challenges, it's important to acknowledge the significance of these milestones. They provide an opportunity to reflect on the game's journey and the impact it has had on players and fans alike. By dismissing it as a marketing ploy, we overlook the achievements and progress made within the CS:GO community.
You express concerns about the stagnant nature of the competitive scene, highlighting issues such as the in-game economy and map pool. While these are valid points, it's crucial to recognize that game developers often take community feedback into account. The CS:GO community has been vocal about their desires for improvements, and it's possible that future updates and patches could address the issues you raise. Continued communication and collaboration between players and developers can pave the way for positive changes.
Rather than focusing solely on the negatives, I believe it would be beneficial to approach these topics with a balanced perspective. Acknowledging the challenges while also recognizing the potential for growth and improvement can foster a more constructive conversation. By engaging in meaningful dialogue, we can contribute to the development of the CS:GO community and work towards creating a better competitive environment.
Thank you for sharing your insights and perspective. I hope we can continue discussing these topics with an open mind, embracing both criticism and the potential for positive change.
This is the most jaded I have felt towards a major ever since I started watching CS. That's saying a lot because PGL Krakow was the first major I watched attentively. This major have made me question myself for the first time - why am I even watching CS esports?
IEM Gaules Major had its seeding problems as well, but at least the english broadcast hiring was good, and I secretly enjoyed the upset championship run of 'Voldemort Pro' - The team that must not be named
To hate Blast, this major had so many reasons to chose from - pick your poison.
A well-written article overall - this didn't really "feel" like a special major despite all of the hype surrounding it, and it is especially dimmed by how it just feels like another tournament in the endless slog of big CSGO events like the upcoming IEM Dallas or the preceding IEM Rio; however, I do have one point of contention with the writing, especially pertaining to team ranks.
In one paragraph you mention that teams that constantly grind Tier 2 tournaments (like BNE) are limited by how far they can rise in rankings such as HLTV's, while richer partner teams can pay to basically keep their ranking (especially EG), despite their overwhelming mediocrity. This is a true statement, but in the very next paragraph you then leverage these same rankings to dismiss the runs of Apeks and Vitality, as they didn't play enough teams that were "ranked highly" - it feels slightly contradictory to criticize the rankings for their inaccurate rigidity and then use them to dismiss teams that had runs of success in the major.
Even this article was appropriately mediocre. The whole thing is dead. Hopefully Valve have more in mind for CS2, otherwise it's over for the industry. What good esports are left? League is done, Dota is in a decline, Overwatch has never been good, and now CS is on the out.
Good article aside from the talk about the ingame economy - it’s what makes the game interesting to me and never a bad thing. Good teams can manage fine, bad decisions are punished it is what it is. It is good. It’s old and always worked. If you have a better idea you can write about it, but so far nobody had better ideas. If you give the teams too much economy in the game it gets stale and makes the economy meaningless. No, no it’s fine the way it is. I guess you’re just bored with the game in general, not just the economy.
The trophy is tacky, the trophy is odd, and that’s what I like about it. It’s something new and unique, it’s a matter of taste. It’s a funny trophy, it’s not a serious trophy. Maybe it fits a mediocre Major with average teams in the playoffs. For me it’s not important enough to dislike the trophy. But we can all dislike the playoffs and the RMR/major format. That’s the biggest issue and I hope they will change it.
I would agree that the trophy lies somewhere between dragon and artillery shell on the ring piece rumbling scale.
Now imagine if one of those vitality players retire and the pictures regarding the “high point of their careers” is holding that trophy....
The points the article makes about seeding, format, stickers, and trophies are all correct, but I don't agree with bashing blast for lacking innovation for the major. They've never hosted a tournament this big and focusing on reducing mistakes/errors is better than trying to do too much.
Also the article adopts a terribly pessimistic perspective on the future of the scene, which is sad really.
If the game deserves an 'appropriately mediocre send off', then maybe you shouldn't spend time covering the game. Even if things are bad, and the scene is getting worse, saying it deserves its mediocrity is the same as saying there is nothing good within the scene. The game itself is the most exciting esport to play or watch, and nothing any TO does will change that.
I recently read your article discussing the Paris CS:GO Major, and I wanted to share my thoughts on the cynical tone that permeates your writing. While I understand that everyone is entitled to their own perspective, I believe it's important to consider the positive aspects of the event and the potential for growth within the CS:GO community.
You express skepticism towards the enthusiasm surrounding the tournament, dismissing it as typical euphoria that dissipates quickly. However, I believe it's essential to celebrate and appreciate the excitement generated by such events. Major tournaments like the one in Paris bring together fans from around the world, showcasing the best of CS:GO and fostering a sense of unity and passion within the community.
You also mention that the idea of the event being a farewell to CS:GO is merely a marketing angle. While it's true that the competitive scene may face certain challenges, it's important to acknowledge the significance of these milestones. They provide an opportunity to reflect on the game's journey and the impact it has had on players and fans alike. By dismissing it as a marketing ploy, we overlook the achievements and progress made within the CS:GO community.
You express concerns about the stagnant nature of the competitive scene, highlighting issues such as the in-game economy and map pool. While these are valid points, it's crucial to recognize that game developers often take community feedback into account. The CS:GO community has been vocal about their desires for improvements, and it's possible that future updates and patches could address the issues you raise. Continued communication and collaboration between players and developers can pave the way for positive changes.
Rather than focusing solely on the negatives, I believe it would be beneficial to approach these topics with a balanced perspective. Acknowledging the challenges while also recognizing the potential for growth and improvement can foster a more constructive conversation. By engaging in meaningful dialogue, we can contribute to the development of the CS:GO community and work towards creating a better competitive environment.
Thank you for sharing your insights and perspective. I hope we can continue discussing these topics with an open mind, embracing both criticism and the potential for positive change.
This is the most jaded I have felt towards a major ever since I started watching CS. That's saying a lot because PGL Krakow was the first major I watched attentively. This major have made me question myself for the first time - why am I even watching CS esports?
IEM Gaules Major had its seeding problems as well, but at least the english broadcast hiring was good, and I secretly enjoyed the upset championship run of 'Voldemort Pro' - The team that must not be named
To hate Blast, this major had so many reasons to chose from - pick your poison.
> I’ve ranted into the void about this and the void has simply whispered back “just win your games lol”
what a hilarious fuckin line to sneak in there
A well-written article overall - this didn't really "feel" like a special major despite all of the hype surrounding it, and it is especially dimmed by how it just feels like another tournament in the endless slog of big CSGO events like the upcoming IEM Dallas or the preceding IEM Rio; however, I do have one point of contention with the writing, especially pertaining to team ranks.
In one paragraph you mention that teams that constantly grind Tier 2 tournaments (like BNE) are limited by how far they can rise in rankings such as HLTV's, while richer partner teams can pay to basically keep their ranking (especially EG), despite their overwhelming mediocrity. This is a true statement, but in the very next paragraph you then leverage these same rankings to dismiss the runs of Apeks and Vitality, as they didn't play enough teams that were "ranked highly" - it feels slightly contradictory to criticize the rankings for their inaccurate rigidity and then use them to dismiss teams that had runs of success in the major.