Counter-Strike 2 is Valve’s upgrade to the fan-favorite Global Offensive. The tactical shooter is a graphical overhaul with new mechanics and, most importantly, a new way to rank up. The Premier matchmaking system comes with new leaderboards and a numerical ELO rating that adjusts after every game.

The previous ranking system returns with the revamped matchmaking system and Premier Mode. It works the same as in CS:GO, just on a per-map basis. So even if you master a single map, your rank will only update for that particular map, not the others. This allows you to grind new maps for a new rank without losing your progress on your other ranks.

We updated the global Premier ratings on March 7, 2024.”

What is Premier in Counter-Strike 2?

The Counter-Strike 2 Premier is a new addition to the game. The new rating system or Premier, can more precisely calibrate which ranks are closest to you skill-wise and match them with your team and against you. By having a numerical ELO number attached to you, the game can translate that into a relative skill pool.

Previously, even when you were in the same rank, the skill disparity caused issues and questions among the players. The new rating system tries to combat that and provide a fairer system.

Counter-Strike 2 Premier Rating Brackets

The Premier ranking system is color-coded for every 5,000 rating points. The color codes are the same as the weapon rarity colors in the game, so the higher the rarity, the better your rank.

The current Counter-Strike 2 Premier rating brackets are as follows:

Counter-Strike 2 Premier Rank Distribution

Valve’s leaderboard only shows you the top 1,000 players for every region and the world’s top 1,000 overall. However, the popular Counter-Strike stats tracker, Leetify, and csgostats analyze demo files and have their own database with a huge sample size.

Here are the numbers for the Premier rank distribution for the current season, as reported by csstats.gg*:

Overall Distribution

• Unranked – 29.87%.
• Grey – 8.35%
• Light Blue – 29.87%
• Blue – 39.91%
• Purple – 19.24%
• Pink – 2.52%
• Red – 0.11%
• Gold – 0.01%*

When will the ranks reset?

Currently, Valve has not revealed details on when and how the rank reset will occur. It is, however, not too far-fetched to assume that a seasonal reset will occur after every major cycle. Valve hosts a major every six months, so without any other information available, we can assume, at the latest, a rank reset will occur after a major end and a new season of competition will begin.

Read More: Best Counter-Strike 2 Maps for Premier Matchmaking

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ALGS Year 4 is set to be one of the biggest seasons of competitive play. The highest level of professional play in Apex Legends is underway with the Split 1 Pro Leagues. The top players from all over the globe are divided into 4 distinct regions. They will play against each other for a shot at $125,000 and a spot in the Split 1 playoffs So, with massive changes to the game every season, what are the most used weapons by the pro players in the ALGS pro league?

The highest level of competitive play is going more global than ever before with invites to China and a restructuring of the South American Leagues. The playoffs will see competitive teams from 6 different regions. So, be sure to keep an eye out for all the Apex action!

Notes: The ALGS 2024 Pro League weapons’ stats were updated on March 4, 2024, at 12:24 AM PT time.

Read More: ALGS Year 4 Pro League’s Schedule and Timings

Most Used Weapons in the ALGS Pro League

The pro league has finished Day 1 in all four major regions. The table is far from being final, but we can get an idea of which weapons every team prefers in the current meta. So, here are the best weapons in each major region so far!

North America

EMEA

APAC North

APAC South

It isn’t that surprising that among the picked weapons in the ALGS Pro League, the Volt is near the top. It is one of the most reliable damage dealers in the loot cycle. In addition, the 30-30 is also a preferred weapon in all regions. Overall, SMGs are dominating most of the spots. The preference is seen towards SMGs and damage-dealing semi-autos. As the season progresses, maybe the stats will change to reflect a shift in the meta.

Read More: ALGS Year 4 and Here’s All That You Need to Know About The Major Changes

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Year 4 of the Apex Legends Global Series is now underway. Teams from around the globe are now participating in regional Pro Leagues for a slot in the Split 1 Playoffs. Only the best teams from around the world can qualify. So, prepare to watch the best Apex has to offer.

The first stage of the roadmap will be the regional Pro Leagues. The four regional leagues have all kicked off. There are multiple rounds yet to be played. The ALGS Year 4 standings are slowly starting to take shape.

Read More: ALGS Year 4 Pro League’s Schedule and Timings

Notes: The live standings were updated on March 3, 2024, at 11:49 PM PT time.

ALGS Year 4 Pro League Team Standings

The Pro League runs between the two splits and has a prize pool of $125,000. The champion of the league will net $20,000 from the pool, and the top teams will qualify for the Playoffs depending on the slot allocation.

So, how are the ALGS Year 4 Standings looking like right now? Here are the standings in all the major regions.

North America:

EMEA

APAC North

APAC South

Read More: ALGS Year 4 and Here’s All That You Need to Know About The Major Changes

Here you go! You now know whether your favorite teams from each region are performing well or not. Return on the next match day to get the latest and updated ALGS Year 4 Pro League live standings.

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Respawn has shipped one of the biggest updates to the game we all know and love. Apex has changed as we know it while still remaining the same. The new gameplay features, perks, and progression are a breath of fresh air. Moreover, the console community now has the ability to play Apex at 120 Hz.

The divide between console and PC is as evident as ever, with players from both sides having sizable perks and drawbacks. While Respawn did recently clamp down on controller config users, overall, the console community was stuck at 60, even if their rigs could push beyond. Now, they finally have a chance to change it.

Read More: Upcoming New and Unreleased Skins in Apex Legends

How to Play Apex Legends at 120 Hz?

With the new update, it is possible to play Apex at a higher refresh rate. We don’t need to stress how a higher refresh rate matters now, do we? However, activating it might be a bit tricky, so here’s how you can turn on the high-performance mode. Before that, make sure of the following:

• Your screen can display 120 Hz or more
• You have the necessary HDMI 2.1 cable to use the high refresh rate

With that sorted, here’s how you can enable high performance

For PS5

• On your PS5, go to Settings and enter ‘Screen and Video’
• Under Video, put the “120 hz output” on automatic
• In the game, go to Settings and enter the Video tab
• Select “Performance” in the Graphics Mode tab

For Xbox

• Go to Settings and enter TV & Display Options
• Under the Display tab, select your preferred Refresh Rate. You might need to adjust your resolution to 1080p

After you adjust your settings, you might need to restart the game once.

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Now in its 20th season, Apex Legends has gone through a radical change. The gameplay that we knew of for the past 5 years has undergone significant modifications like never before. With new features comes a new look for a lot of weapons and legends. This new bundle will light the outlands on fire!

Apex Legends features special cosmetic items, recolored legend, and weapon skins every week or so. Respawn has chosen to provide us with excellent-looking skins in Season 20, as well as bringing back previous fan favorites through the battle pass. Surely, the future is looking bright for the game!

Read More: Apex Legends 2024 Anniversary Event is Here With New Skins, LTMs, Banners & More!

Molten Mayhem Store Sale Apex

The Molten Mayhem store sale will include a multitude of both Legend and weapon skin. The overall theme of the event is a purple aesthetic with ground-breaking lava effects all over the skins. Be prepared to set everything ablaze!

Fiery Slugger Peacekeeper

Magma Burst EVA-8

Molten Slugger Wingman

Burning Obsidian R-301

Volcano Powered Spitfire

Core Overload L-STAR

Molten Fury Devotion

Live Wire Flatline

Scorching Style Loba

Mad Magma Mad Maggie

Blazing Obsidian Pathfinder

Heat Treated Caustic

Hellstorm Horizon

Molten Shadow Wraith

The Molten Mayhem sale will hit the store on March 19, 2024. Unfortunately, it won’t be a collection event. So, if you’d like to purchase any skin from the collection, you’ll have to buy it using Apex Coins and not the Crafting Materials.

Read More: Upcoming Store Rotation Skins in Apex Legends

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Breakout has arrived, and there is much to be excited about. Apex Legends feels like a new game with a different in-game progression system. There are also changes to armor and the addition of perks. However, Respawn does best with the cosmetics, and the arrival of the Steeled Demon-themed bundle is no exception.

Fuse has been a fan favorite for his bold personality for a while now. So, he seemed to be a great option for a thematic bundle store sale. This is the first of many themed events and cosmetic sales that Breakout has to offer.

Data miners and leakers have revealed the majority of the upcoming skins that will be released in Season 20, and more will be leaked with the upcoming patches. The mega changes to the game do not take the spotlight away from Respawn’s new approach to cosmetics. The rumored skin packs and bundles are expected to become fan favorites sooner rather than later.

Read More: Upcoming New and Unreleased Skins in Apex Legends

Steeled Demon Store Sale Apex Bundle

The Steeled Demon bundle is a beautiful mesh of purple and steel on an already stylish character. The bundle contains the Fuse skin, a weapon skin, a holo spray, and a sticker, both on-theme. The skin is also equipped with a unique legend selection animation.

Steeled Demon Fuse

Blue Steel Wingman

Flash and Smash

Sticker

Legend Select Animation

The Steeled Demon Store sale will hit the store on February 27, 2024. It will remain in the store for two weeks. If you’re a Fuse fan, you better have your wallet ready since you don’t want to miss out on grabbing these skins.

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Riot’s competitive first-person shooter, VALORANT, has amassed a large player base, ranging from the most casual and laid-back player to the one aiming to go pro. The unique Agent-based gameplay has created some unique quirks that the developers must adjust now and then to keep things changing.

This fragile balancing act allows certain Agents to be more viable than others. With every balance patch, Riot adjusts how they want the game to be played out, and as a result, your favorite Agent may no longer be viable or even rise to become the top-tier pick for every game.

Read More: Top 5 Weapons in VALORANT Competitive Matches

How Many Agents Are There?

Currently, there are a total of 24 Agents in Riot Games’ VALORANT. Clove was the last agent added to the game in patch 8.06. Riot Games is constantly working on adding new agents with unique skills to the game.

VALORANT Meta Agent Tier List

This Agents Tier list is based on our view after experiencing the game ourselves at multiple rank levels, analyzing the pick rates and win rates for all the Agents across different ranks, and even looking into the professional scene to see which Agents are preferred by those at the top.

Do keep in mind that this list is not objectively the best pick at all times and that your personal views and experiences may affect the final outcome. With that said, as of Episode 8 Act 3, the following is our pick of the current tier list for the best Agents in VALORANT.

Tier	Agents
S- Tier
A- Tier
B- Tier
C- Tier
D- Tier

Top 10 VALORANT Agents

In the last section, we showcased all the Agents and where they belong in the tier list. However, nobody plays all the agents. So, in this section, we’ll go through the ten best Agents that you should consider picking while playing Competitive.

Nonetheless, here are the top 10 VALORANT Agents you should play right now in the 8.04 patch:

10. Omen

Omen enters our VALORANT Agent Tier List as one of the more versatile Agents to pick from. His Smoke and Flash combo has gained importance as a hybrid Agent. The Versatile Controller is now one of the top picks across multiple Skill Ranges.

9. Chamber

Chamber used to be a meta-defining agent in his early dates. Later, Riot came up with a massive nerf for almost all of his abilities. So much so this French weapon designer almost disappeared from the scene. However, with patch 8.03, Chamber is receiving some impactful buff, which may bring back some of his lost capabilities as a fierce sentinel.

8. Raze

Raze drops down after her nerfs. She was a versatile Corner Clearer, but both her Paint Shells (E) and Blast Pack (Q) got significantly nerfed in the latest patch. She is still a great option.

7. Sova

Sova remains a strong candidate for a must-pick agent on specific maps. Sova’s Recon Bolt (E) is a staple for scanning enemies and clearing hard angles before attacking or retaking any site.

6. Jett

Jett has undoubtedly returned to the top after the changes to the game. The focus on duels and gunfights favors the skilled Duelist players, and Jett dominates the playing field across multiple top-skill ranges.

5. Killjoy

Unsurprisingly, Killjoy is the best Sentinal Agent. Even in Champions 2023, she had the highest pick rate. Moreover, she didn’t receive any Nerfs afterward. Her utility is unmatched in most maps, and any strong team composition needs to have her on the team.

4. Gekko

In the 7.12 and 8.01 patches, Gekko received some significant buffs to his abilities, bringing him into the Initiator meta for most maps. Since his notable buffs, you can see a lot of Gekkos in VALORANT-ranked matches in the current state.

3. Clove

Clove is undoubtedly one of the best agents to pick right now. As intended, the agent works both as duelist and controller. Although there are some setbacks, they are negligible compared to the advantages they provide.

2. Reyna

Reyna enters our list as the hard-hitting Duelist. Nerfs all around her have made Reyna a standout Pick for confident aimers. Her Devour (Q) and Dismiss (E) make her a potent weapon for the quick reactors in the server.

1. Cypher

The surveillance expert Cypher is our top-picked Agent for the upcoming season. Cypher has received multiple buffs that make his kit extremely oppressive if not dealt with quickly. This has put the Moroccan Surveillance Expert on a higher priority pick and the second highest Sentinal on our list.

The Best VALORANT Team Compositions

A player will pick their favorite agent and hope that they are now one of the best. However, a winning team must consider balance. A Pub game may have 5 Duelists running around and hitting shots, but you need a good team composition if you want to improve your Rank and grind your way to the top.

So, to help you out, we’ve created the best possible team composition from our VALORANT Agent tier list. VALORANT has added 10 competitive maps since its release. However, not all of them are in the active pool. Here, we will choose the best team compositions for the currently active maps in the competitive map pool rotation.

Keep in mind that not every map will have every agent as viable, even if they are high on the tier list. This is by no means the objectively best choice in all situations, just one that would work most of the time!

Ascent

• Team Composition 1: Omen, Killjoy, Jett, Sova, KAY/O
• Team Composition 2: Clove, Cypher, Reyna, Gekko, Sage

Bind

• Team Composition 1: Omen, Clove, Raze, Skye, Cypher
• Team Composition 2: Chamber, Omen, Jett, Raze, Gekko

Sunset

• Team Composition 1: Raze, Reyna, Clove, Cypher, Gekko
• Team Composition 2: Raze, Jett, Omen, Chamber, Fade

Lotus

• Team Composition 1: Jett, Cypher, Chamber, Omen, Breach
• Team Composition 2: Raze, Jett, Omen, Cypher, Skye

Split

• Team Composition 1: Raze, Sage, Killjoy, Clove, Skye
• Team Composition 2: Jett, Cypher, Killjoy, Omen, Breach

Breeze

• Team Composition 1: Jett, Clove, Killjoy, Sage, Sova
• Team Composition 2: Reyna, Jett, Omen, Cypher, Gekko

Icebox

• Team Composition 1: Jett, Killjoy, Sage, Clove, Sova
• Team Composition 2: Reyna, Chamber, Cypher, Omen, Gekko

Read More: VALORANT Rank Distribution

Final verdict

The landscape of VALORANT will no doubt change from patch to patch as the developers add more Agents and hope to balance out the game. As the direction of the developers shifts, so will the meta, and therefore, the VALORANT Agent tier list will also shift.

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Season 20 is here, and alongside the 5th Anniversary update, Apex Legends is changing as we know it. However, the game we love is still here. To celebrate the season of love and our love of the game, Respawn has given a new thematic store sale. The Apex Valentine’s Day store sale will break a lot of hearts in the outlands.

The store sale launches alongside Season 20, which is one par with previous updates. The update. The anniversary event this year is unlike anything before. Respawn has changed the mechanics of the game entirely, from the fundamentals to the gimmicks.

Read More: Apex Legends 2024 Anniversary Event is Here With New Skins, LTMs, Banners & More!

Apex Valentine’s Day Store

The store sale launches alongside season 20. The sale will include multiple bundles, including the Magenta Militant Bundle, Heartbreaker Bundle, V-Spec Bundle, Valentine’s Day 20-Sticker Pack, Valentine’s Day Sticker Series 005, and the Cupid’s Arrow skin for the Bocek.

Magenta Militant Bundle

The bundle includes:

• Loba Magenta Militant Skin.
• Emote.
• 20 Apex Packs.

Price:

The Magenta Militant Bundle is priced at 3,950 Apex coins or 2,500 Apex coins if you purchase without the Apex Packs.

Heartbreaker Bundle

The bundle includes:

• Valkyrie Heartbreaker Skin.
• Emote.
• 20 Apex Packs.

Price:

The Heartbreaker Bundle is priced at 3,950 Apex coins or 2,500 Apex coins if you purchase without the Apex Packs.

V-Spec Bundle

The bundle includes:

• Bangalore V-Spec Skin.
• Emote.
• 20 Apex Packs.

Price:

The V-Spec Bundle is priced at 3,950 Apex coins or 2,500 Apex coins if you purchase without the Apex Packs.

Valentine’s Day 20-Sticker Pack

Price:

The Valentine’s Day 20-Sticker Pack is priced at 6,000 Apex coins.

Valentine’s Day Sticker Series 005

Price:

Valentine’s Day Sticker Series 005 is priced at 300 Apex Coins.

Cupid’s Arrow

Price:

The Cupid’s Arrow Bocek Skin is priced at 1,000 Apex Coins.

Read More: Apex Legends Season 20 “Breakout” Battle Pass

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Helldivers 2 is a new third-person PvE shooter developed by Arrowhead Game Studios—the sequel to the original top-down shooter, which was released back in 2015. The PvE shooter has enjoyed a successful launch, with players enjoying the cinematic and chaotic nature of the game. However, Helldivers 2 has an unexpected issue with mission reward progression.

Arrowhead will undoubtedly move quickly to fix any possible problems with the engine. Since launch issues are sometimes hard to check for, QOL updates and patch fixes are expected to roll out as the developers acknowledge the issues and are working on a fix.

Read More: Helldivers 2 Obstacle Course Bug, Can’t prone: How to Fix?

Helldivers 2 Not Giving Mission Rewards

A new bug has surfaced as the game is going into week 2. Players are complaining that upon completing missions, they are not receiving their XP or cash rewards. This is concerning as progression cannot be maintained, and players will be stuck at a lower level even after grinding the game. The community has collectively warned players not to play until a resolution is found.

Posts from the helldivers
community on Reddit

The developers were very quick to resolve this issue. Player progression is the most important part, especially in a PvE event. Therefore, it was the top priority for the devs. As such, within 24 hours, Arrowhead Game Studio announced that they had pushed an update that fixed this issue.

The patch notes in Steam recognized the bugs and quickly rolled out a fix. This should fix any issues remaining with progression. Your Helldivers 2 mission reward should be redeemed easily. If you’re still facing issues, try to validate your game files through Steam. It should fix the issue instantly.

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Apex Legends, which entered the battle royale gaming genre as a dark horse in 2019, surprised everyone with its extraordinary gameplay and features. The combination of a fast-paced BR game was exactly what people wanted, and this has allowed Apex to survive and thrive for 5 years. The 2024 Apex Anniversary event will celebrate this amazing milestone.

With all that said, the anniversary event this year is unlike anything before. Respawn has changed the entire mechanics of the game, from the fundamentals to the gimmicks. So, prepare yourselves for a new era of Apex Legends in 2024!

Read More: Apex Legends Season 20 “Breakout” Battle Pass

Apex Legends 2024 Anniversary Collection Event

Skins and Cosmetic Items

Legend Skins

There’ll be 9 legendary character skins for the following legends in the Year 5 Anniversary Collection Event:

• Mirage
• Bangalore
• Catalyst
• Octane
• Loba
• Wraith
• Seer
• Pathfinder
• Valkyrie

Heirloom Shards

Respawn will feature 150 Heirloom Shards for collecting all the items from the Anniversary Collection Event, similar to previous years. Players will be able to unlock any available Heirloom or Prestige skin using the Heirloom Shards. The newest heirloom to be added is a recolor of Octane’s butterfly knife. The recolor has a distinct blue tint instead of the regular green stim. It’s a growing trend of Respawn adding fan favorite items as recolors for more customization option

New LTM Straight Shot

The biggest addition is the new Limited Time Mode called Straight Shot. As the name suggests, get straight into the action without the hassle. Some core features of this LTM mode make it super fast-paced:

• No Jumpmaster, as players spawn in set locations alongside another team.
• There will be less teams (down to 30).
• Weapons will spawn fully kitted with different rarities.

Free Community Reward Tracker

Players can earn free cosmetic items by earning points throughout the duration of the Collection Event. The event reward will include the following:

• Ballistic Skin
• Bloodhound Skin
• R-99 Skin
• Prowler Skin
• Loading Screen, Banners, and trackers.

Read More: Apex Legends Season 20 “Breakout” Release Time Across Different Regions

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