Last year, CS:GO saw the biggest cheating scandal it had ever seen. Dozens of coaches were found to have used an exploit that broke the game, unbalanced competitive play, and led to them getting banned. And one man uncovered it all.For more great videos, be sure to subscribe to theScore esports on YouTube.

These days, esports’ biggest stars routinely dismantle old stereotypes about ‘gamer’ health. How? Uh, well, by getting swole. But I think it’s fair to say that all of them shrink in comparison to Benjamin "blameF" Vang Bremer, Complexity Gaming's gargantuan IGL.A player who is equally as capable of popping your head on the server as he is off of it. So why is

Unlike many of his French kinsmen, Cedric 'RpK' Guipouy has long been regarded as an altogether unemotional assailant. A silent yet slippery sentinel who’s strong in any position and able to stay calm and collected in even the tensest of circumstances. A reputation that’s led him to being dubbed “The Tank”.So, how is it that RpK came to embody this vehicular playsty

Esports is a truly global phenomenon — but that doesn’t mean that every region is on equal footing. But among the regions that are expected to soak up all the silverware, are those that are fighting just to be recognized. Formidable dark horses that have overcome incredible odds, despite the challenges they've faced along the way.But breaking into the top tier in any esport is neve

For nearly two decades Counter-Strike has been the uncontested king of tactical first person shooters. But the glorious empire that Valve has built is far from perfect. And from the unrest of its at times frustrated community, a new challenger has finally risen - an ambitious and accomplished opponent promising change. But Riot Games isn't just interested in challenging for the crown, their si

How often have you heard the phrase “age is just a number”? In esports, it sometimes refers to some wily whipper-snapper who appears to be skilled beyond their years.But in CS:GO, there’s one group of truly weathered mercenaries who gave that expression a whole new meaning.A lethal squadron of spirited pensioners who will casually brain you on the server before taking their after

Robin “flusha” Ronnquist, a three-time Major winner who, in addition to having one of the biggest brains in CS:GO, is one of the game’s most controversial figures. Not because of anything he’s said, but rather because of some dubious plays on the server...For more great videos, be sure to subscribe to theScore esports on YouTube.

It’s no secret that, in any game, people love to watch winners lose. It doesn’t matter if it’s Faker, Fabian, the entirety of Astralis, or the awe-inspiring underdog OG. Dominance eventually breeds a community hunger for downfall. Especially if the team on top is flexing it. See, it’s one thing if whoever’s dominating your esport is also humble. The darling of the sce

In esports, as in life, rulers are destined to rise and fall. Sometimes, a crown naturally finds its way onto the brow of an up-and-comer, heralding a new era of royalty. Other times, it’s left unattended, and gets seized as a result. As the level of competition increases, those who’ve been deemed masters of their craft are fated to be dethroned. Kings come and go, and those who were a

In esports, there is no such thing as being too young to compete. But on the other end of the spectrum, a player’s shelf life is usually not a long one, at a certain point, players become too old. Whatever the reason may be, most pros accomplish their greatest feats early on in their careers and transition into background roles like coaching or being an IGL, or they just retire. But Patrick

KennyS is considered one CS:GO’s greatest players ever, and for good reason. He innovated with the AWP, did things no one else could, and he’s a Major champion. And now, eight years into his CSGO career, kennyS is in the midst of a renaissance. The AWP god’s balling out, tournament after tournament, with G2 considered one of the best teams in the world in this online era of Counter Strike.Fo

Mohamad "m0E" Assad is loud, animated and hilarious. Not only has the former pro CS player created some of the funniest and most recognizable soundbites in Counter-Strike history, but he's also become the scene's most iconic and controversial rager.So, how is it that this hot-headed, desk-pounding man-child become such a household name in esports? And has his particular approach

Every accomplished professional can think back on that one moment where they were able to look around, smile, and say with absolute certainty, I’ve made it.And in CS:GO one of those moments arrives when you punch your first ticket to a Major, earning you the right to design your own in-game sticker – weaving your name into the fabric of Valve’s busted code forever.But, for one of

Astralis are in the middle of DreamHack Masters: Europe. Eight days away from their first playoff match, they're busy doing their tournament prep, it should be business as usual. Except it’s not, because there’s new players on the starting lineup for the first time in two years.For more great videos, be sure to subscribe to theScore esports on YouTube.

Lincoln “fnx” Lau is a problem. The two-time CS:GO Major winning, tatted-up Brazilian bad boy might be incredibly talented, but off the server he's known for being problem-causing liability for his teammates. So why is it that every roster that gives him the boot is doomed to never win a Major without him? Well it’s simple really: “No fnx, no Major.”For more great