If you want to compete on an even playing field, the last thing you want is a dated rig or sloppy internet connection holding you back. In a game whose combat is as finely balanced as that of Counter-Strike, just a slight framerate drop can be catastrophic. Low fps can affect your recoil, bullet registration and smoothness of your game, if you're stuck with a terrible computer, you don't really have much chance online against someone with a top-end machine. Also, a good computer and connection will be the same conditions you'll be playing on when you turn up to a tournament, so you won't have to adapt to different conditions when you set up on the day.

PC gaming is not always a level playing field: having the right gaming equipment can largely benefit both your comfort and reaction times. First and foremost, a powerful computer and monitor are vital. The most important thing is to have a computer that can handle Count-Strike GO with a decent frame rate, the next thing you need is a 120+ hz monitor because it just makes the game feel so much smoother.

Becoming a professional Counter-Strike player inevitably means dedicating your whole life to competing, missing out on other luxuries in life as a result. SK Gaming professional Asger Larsen explains: There are a lot of things you will miss out on if you want to become pro like parties, being with friends and even the possibility of having a girlfriend. Not only is time a requirement, but you also have to be skilled and be able to work in a team environment.
Talent is a more important factor than time. "It's all about how talented you are for the game, some people will need a lot of time to make it big, while some can manage it in just a few years. The best way to practice to become a professional player is to play in a competitive enviroment against people on the same level or a level above you, so you learn something.

Sometimes in life we're all thrown into a situation where we have to work with people we aren't so fond of. Like at MM, for example. Bloody scoundrels, the lot of them. But there's no doubting that getting on with your team mates is going to make things a whole lot easier down the line. In fact, it might even be better to pick friendly souls with potential to improve than switching in the cream of the crop without knowing them well. Playing with people you get along with will make you enjoy the game much more, and undoubtedly be more likely to stick together, changing your lineup every month won't do you much good, even if you're replacing a player with someone slightly better.

Counter Strike is a team game, so it's extremely important to have a team that can work together efficiently. Team chemistry is vital.
It's a really important factor, you are together almost 24/7 so you have to get along otherwise the motivation will decrease and you will not improve at all. Then you need to have a good in-game leader, an 'awper' and three 'riflers'. And I would actually also say that you need a co-leader because sometimes it can be really hard for the in-game leader to be the only one making decisions and coming up with innovative strategies if nothing is working.

As with all team-based games, but perhaps even more so with Counter-Strike, it's important to be in good contact with your team mates throughout a match. A lack of communication can be the difference between a decisive victory and an embarrassing, crushing defeat, so talking to each other is tremendously important. But simply maintaining contact isn't enough: it's imperative to be efficient with your communications. It's best to keep your calls about what's happening short and quick, and explain everything you know, such as how many enemies you see, if you see the bomb carrier, and what weapons they have. And be sure to get hold of a voice chat program such as Teamspeak or Mumble to utilise during practice: they allow you to speak to your team mates whether you're dead or alive, an advantage not afforded by Counter-Strike's in-game chat system.

You might be tempted to pour all your spare hours into improving your game, but there's more to being a professional Counter-Strike player than simply playing Counter-Strike. Your team could consist of the best players in the world, but if no one knows who you are, you're probably going to end up going nowhere fast. Playing an active role in your country's Counter-Strike community means that there is more general interest, which means there will be more tournaments and therefore more oppotunities to practice in competitions and under pressure, also it allows you to make friends to casually play with when your team may not be online, so you can still practice even if your team mates aren't around.

If you're considering competitive Counter-Strike, the chances are you'll already spend a fair number of hours playing the game. But practicing in the right environments is key to your continual improvement. Deathmatch servers are a good place to start - You respawn as soon as you die, so you're constantly shooting and it's a good way to improve your gunplay, and clan war practice is pretty much essential. Use a chat program such as mIRC to search for practice games against other teams, and try out all the tactics you've been mulling over in your head. I'd advise having ten minutes after each match you play to assess what you did wrong, what you did right, and how you could improve.

The daily schedule for a Counter Strike professional player is similar to that of a full time job, according to Andreas, who plays between 5-7 hours a day. For us it's five days a week of practice, which mostly takes place from 5-11pm. We spend this time looking into other opponents and playing practice games against other teams.

Practice might make perfect, but there are numerous intricacies to Counter-Strike play that you may be able to pick up from others. Watching demo videos of other players is a great way to assess their mad skills without fear of being gunned down if you take too long to stop and stare. Professionals will have various different ways of moving, aiming, shooting and reacting to different situations. Just make sure you try out your own moves as well: All players have different styles, and one player's style may not be suitable for you or your team.

To make it as a Counter-Strike pro, you also need to prove yourself and show off your skills and talent. Go to local LAN events, be competitive and attend small tournaments online, just by being serious about it you'll have a better chance: often it's not the organisations that recognise you but the other players.
It is also important to show dedication. The best way for new players to prove themselves is indeed by playing a lot and attending local LAN events. If you show you are able to improve and work within a team there is a good chance that a better team will pick you up sooner or later.

Being a solid player is one thing but being able to pull off advanced tricks can mean the difference between winning and losing.There are a lot of different Counter-Strike skills, and there are very few professional players that have them all. Good communication, game-sense and quick, precise aiming are among the most vital.
You need to be able to work within a team, if you can't work with other players, any other skill you have doesn’t matter. But if you are able to work with your teammates then communication, pure skill and being innovative are good ways to start out. I don’t think it is about learning the best strategies. You have to play your own game. A lot of top teams don’t even play with strategies. They play as a unit with a lot of good communication and teamwork.

Three key things to master in Counter-Strike combat: recoil, flashbangs, and smoke grenades. Counter-Strike's recoil patterns are very different to many shooters, and it's imperative to master the technique: For most professional players, the general technique is to spray at close range, tap fire at medium range, and tap slightly slower at long range, all while moving in between taps to make you a harder target to hit. Meanwhile, good grenade use can make all the difference. Again, watching a professional player's demo will give you some useful tips, but it's always best to join an empty server with your team mates and practice them for yourself.

Counter-Strike isn't all about the combat tactics. It's also a game in which managing your money is key to high-level success. At a professional level, you'll need to make sure your finances are in check whether you're winning or losing, because ensuring your team is finely in-tune and well-timed with quick purchases is essential. If you find yourself short on money after - say - losing the pistol round, the best thing to do is save your money by not buying anything for one or two rounds, so you can save up enough cash to purchase a rifle and armour.

It's always nice to win, so it might be tempting to select weaker opponents for practice matches. But this can be counter-productive. Unless you're playing at the highest level you're capable of, there's not a great deal of compulsion to improve - and certainly less you can take away from both victories and defeats. Although playing against people below your own ability will still benefit you in some ways, playing against top teams will give you an insight into the level of professional play, and allow you to learn from high level players.
Once you have fine-tuned your skills, strategies and team chemistry it is time to take on the elite. The best way to compete is always local LAN events.
There are a lot of local lans which have bring-your-own-computer events, but for the most part, you'll probably want to get inolved with an online amateur league (like ESL, FACEIT or ESEA).

It might sound obvious, but the only way you'll reach the dizzy heights of top-level professional gaming is to keep plugging away until you're good enough. It's a lot of work, and something you'll need to treat like a real job as much as play - even during those inevitable times when morale reaches rock bottom. A lot of dedication is needed to become a professional, and there will be times when you and your team are trying to improve and results may not always go in your favour. If this happens, the best thing you can do is stick together, and keep playing through it.

So there you have it: you've learned from the pros what it takes to make it to the top as a professional Counter-Strike player. My number one tip I would give to anyone asking how to become a pro is to keep improving, always learn by your mistakes. Keep fighting to become pro. One day you will get your shot to show yourself and you have to grab that chance.
Be dedicated and don't give up.

Thank you for reading this guide.I hope it will help you!


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