Top 10 US CS2 Players to Watch in 2024

Jonathan "EliGE" Jablonowski

It's no surprise to see EliGE continuing to dominate in CS2. The most decorated North American player in Counter-Strike history has adapted seamlessly to the new game, refining his aggressive rifling style to take advantage of CS2's movement mechanics. His ability to create space for his teammates while consistently delivering high-impact frags makes him the most valuable player in the American scene.

What sets EliGE apart in 2024 is his improved versatility. While always known for his rifling, he's expanded his agent pool and become more comfortable with utility-heavy play, showing a new dimension to his already impressive skill set.

"The transition to CS2 felt natural for me. The improved movement and refined spray patterns have actually allowed me to be more creative in my approach to duels." — Jonathan "EliGE" Jablonowski

Kyle "Wolffe" Sanders

The breakout star of 2023 has continued his meteoric rise in 2024. Wolffe emerged from the FPL circuit with a reputation for his dynamic AWPing style, and he's lived up to the hype since joining Complexity last year. His aggressive positioning and lightning-fast reflexes have made him one of the most feared snipers in North America.

What makes Wolffe's rise particularly impressive is that he's one of the few players who came into professional CS2 without significant CS:GO experience, making him a true "CS2 native" player. His understanding of the game's unique dynamics gives him an edge over players still adapting from the previous title.

Timothy "autimatic" Ta

After taking a brief hiatus from competitive Counter-Strike to explore VALORANT, autimatic returned to his roots with Evil Geniuses' revamped CS2 roster. His experience and calm demeanor have been invaluable for the young squad, and he's shown remarkable flexibility in transitioning to an in-game leader role while maintaining his high fragging output.

Autimatic's cerebral approach to the game makes him particularly well-suited to CS2's more tactical meta. His efficient utility usage and positional awareness allow him to maximize impact with minimal resources, a valuable trait in the current economy system.

Ricky "floppy" Kemery

Floppy's return to Cloud9 has coincided with a career renaissance. Always known for his consistent aim, he's elevated his game in CS2 by adding more utility-focused elements to his playstyle. His versatility allows him to flex between support and entry roles depending on the map and situation.

What's particularly impressive about floppy in 2024 is his clutch performance. He currently leads all North American players in 1v1 and 1v2 conversion rates, making him the player you want alive in late-round scenarios.

Jadan "HexT" Postma

Perhaps the most exciting young talent in North American CS2, HexT has taken the competitive scene by storm since being signed by Team Liquid from their academy roster. His aggressive AWPing style and fearless approach to duels have drawn comparisons to a young kennyS.

What separates HexT from other promising AWPers is his mechanical consistency. Despite his high-risk playstyle, he maintains impressive accuracy statistics, currently boasting the highest AWP kill per round ratio among all North American players in official matches.

"HexT represents the new wave of American AWPers. He doesn't play with the traditional constraints or positional discipline that defined previous generations. It's refreshing to see that kind of creativity from a young player." — Janko "YNk" Paunović, Analyst

Paytyn "junior" Johnson

After struggling to find consistency as an AWPer earlier in his career, junior has reinvented himself as a rifler in CS2 with tremendous success. His role change has unlocked new dimensions to his game, allowing his natural talent to shine without the pressure of primary AWPing duties.

Junior's strength lies in his versatility across multiple maps and positions. He's equally comfortable holding sites on CT side or creating space as an entry on T side, making him a valuable asset for Complexity's tactical approach.

Michael "Swisher" Schmid

A product of the North American FPL system, Swisher has established himself as one of the premier entry fraggers in the region. His aggressive playstyle and willingness to take difficult duels create space for his teammates, often at the expense of his own statistics.

What makes Swisher particularly valuable in CS2 is his adaptability. The game's revised utility system rewards creative entry approaches, and Swisher has shown a knack for finding new angles and timing windows that catch opponents off guard.

Josh "oSee" Ohm

After a challenging period in his career, oSee has found new life in CS2. The AWPer has refined his playstyle to be more methodical and position-focused, playing to his strengths as a steady presence rather than trying to force highlight-reel plays.

The revamped movement mechanics in CS2 have particularly benefited oSee's style, allowing him to take more aggressive angles while still having the ability to fall back safely. His improved decision-making has resulted in far fewer unnecessary deaths, making him a more reliable contributor for Cloud9.

Jonathan "Jonji" Carey

Often overlooked in discussions about top NA talent, Jonji has quietly established himself as one of the region's most effective support players and in-game leaders. His strategic acumen and selfless playstyle have been instrumental in ATK's surprising success in 2024.

What sets Jonji apart is his exceptional utility usage. He currently leads all North American players in flash assists per round, demonstrating his ability to set up teammates for success. His calling style emphasizes fundamentals and disciplined trading, a refreshing approach in a region often criticized for its overly aggressive tendencies.

Wesley "viz" Harris

The youngest player on our list, viz represents the future of North American Counter-Strike. Emerging from the collegiate scene, he's made an immediate impact since joining Nouns Esports, displaying remarkable aim and game sense for a player with limited professional experience.

What makes viz particularly exciting is his raw mechanical ceiling. His precise spray control and fast reaction time give him the potential to develop into a world-class player with proper mentorship and experience. Keep an eye on this rising star as he continues to develop throughout 2024.

"Coming into CS2 directly from collegiate play was intimidating at first, but I feel like the reset that came with the new game has given players like me a chance to establish ourselves without the baggage of CS:GO expectations." — Wesley "viz" Harris