As the 2024 CS2 competitive season concludes with the Shanghai Major, teams are preparing for the challenges of 2025. The off-season roster shuffle is already in full swing, with many organizations opting for significant changes to improve their standings in the coming year.
Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of the key roster moves heading into the 2025 season.
Key Roster Shuffles in CS2
December 30: FlyQuest Goes Global
Australian team FlyQuest has taken a bold step by signing regali, a Romanian AWPer known for his time with OG and Entropiq.
December 29: Virtus.pro Finalizes Roster
Virtus.pro signed ICY from Cloud9 and FL4MUS from GamerLegion to complete its 2025 roster. Meanwhile, reports suggest HEROIC’s core of kyxsan, TeSeS, and degster may join Falcons, with discussions underway.
December 28: Liquid and HEROIC’s Shuffle
HEROIC’s NertZ is rumored to join Liquid as their fifth, replacing YEKINDAR, who has been benched and is open to offers. Virtus.pro also benched n0rb3r7, leaving a core of electronic, fame, and FL1T.
December 27: EliGE Eyes European Opportunity
EliGE confirmed his departure from Complexity, expressing excitement about joining a European roster. Former G2 in-game leader HooXi also announced his intent to return to competitive play, with his contract ending on January 1.
December 23: Vitality Acquires ropz
In a headline-making move, Vitality is set to acquire ropz from FaZe Clan, ending his nearly four-year stint with the team.
Other Notable Moves
- KaiR0N- left BetBoom to form a new roster, P0RTUGAL, alongside NickelBack and others.
- BIG benched rigoN, sparking speculation about more changes.
- TSM released several players, including Valde, niko, and their coach Rejin.
What’s Next for CS2 in 2025?
With the 2025 season fast approaching, many top organizations are finalizing their rosters to ensure they remain competitive. This off-season has already seen bold moves, surprise departures, and intriguing rumors that hint at a thrilling year ahead for the CS2 scene.
Stay tuned as we continue to monitor and report on the latest updates from the world of Counter-Strike 2.
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