Team Falcons has officially finalized its Counter-Strike 2 roster by signing a trio of players from Heroic, signaling their intention to make a serious run in the 2025 competitive season. This exciting new lineup includes Kyxsan, Degster, and TeSeS, who have parted ways with Heroic after a period of mixed results.
Will this revamped squad lead the Falcons to victory in 2025? Read on for all the details about the roster changes and the upcoming season.
Falcons Secure a Major Roster Addition with Heroic Players
Team Falcons’ roster has seen significant changes ahead of the 2025 season. The organization’s latest moves include the acquisition of three players from Heroic, a team that has consistently reached top-four finishes in various tournaments but struggled to secure a championship title.
The trio — Kyxsan, Degster, and TeSeS — have all been pivotal members of Heroic but are now joining forces with the Falcons in what could be a transformative year.
The official announcement was made shortly after NiKo‘s signing, adding further firepower to their roster. Despite their best efforts, the much-discussed signing of mONESY didn’t materialize. However, the addition of these three players is still seen as a major boost for the Falcons as they prepare for the upcoming challenges in the world of CS2 esports.
Heroic Parts Ways with the Trio
In a statement shared on social media, Heroic confirmed that they were parting ways with TeSeS, Kyxsan, and Degster, marking the end of their respective tenures with the organization. The trio had significant roles within Heroic, but the team had been unable to break through into a title-winning position despite their continued success in reaching the top four of multiple events.
- TeSeS had been with Heroic since 2020, where he became an integral part of their success.
- Kyxsan joined Heroic in 2023, bringing fresh talent to the roster.
- Degster joined just in 2024, but the new lineup failed to achieve the desired results.
TeSeS took to social media to express his gratitude:
“Almost 5 years in Heroic. It has not always been easy, but I have given my best and tried my hardest through everything. Thanks to the staff and all the players, I will never forget these years.”
While the parting was amicable, the move marks a turning point for Heroic as they now need to regroup and rebuild their squad for 2025.
Falcons’ New Counter-Strike 2 Roster for 2025
With these new signings, Team Falcons is preparing for a fresh start with a strong roster for the 2025 season. The updated lineup includes:
- Emil “Magisk” Reif
- Nikola “NiKo” Kovač
- Damjan “kyxsan” Stoilkovski
- Abdul “degster” Gasanov
- René “TeSeS” Madsen
- Danny “zonic” Sørensen (coach)
This combination of established talent and fresh faces aims to challenge the top teams in the CS2 competitive scene. With NiKo and Magisk, two of the most renowned players in CS, joining forces with the three former Heroic members, expectations are high for this revamped lineup.
Upcoming Tournaments: BLAST Bounty Season 1
The first test for the newly formed Falcons squad will come during the BLAST Bounty Season 1 event, which kicks off on January 14, 2025. The tournament will feature eight teams competing for a $500,000 prize pool. The competition will initially take place online, with the top eight teams advancing to the LAN finals in Copenhagen later in the month.
This event will mark the first appearance for many of the top teams with their new rosters, including Team Falcons. Fans can expect a high-stakes, action-packed tournament as these teams look to prove themselves early in the year.
Heroic Faces a Rebuilding Phase
After parting ways with the trio of players, Heroic now has just two members remaining: Rasmus “sjuush” Beck and Guy “NertZ” Iluz. The future of these players in the roster remains uncertain, and it is likely that Heroic will seek new additions to strengthen their squad as they look to rebuild in 2025.
As the new year begins, Heroic will need to focus on finding the right players to replace the outgoing trio and form a new lineup that can compete at the highest level.
Will 2025 Be the Year of Falcons?
With a reworked roster that includes Kyxsan, Degster, TeSeS, NiKo, and Magisk, Team Falcons has the potential to make a serious impact in 2025. The addition of seasoned players from Heroic, alongside the leadership of Danny “zonic” Sørensen, gives the team a solid foundation for success in upcoming tournaments.
Whether Falcons can rise to the top remains to be seen, but fans are certainly excited to see how this star-studded squad performs. Their performance in the BLAST Bounty Season 1 will give us the first real indication of whether Falcons can become a major force in the CS2 competitive scene.