The past year, 2025, was very productive for the CS.MONEY Blog, and first of all, we want to say a huge thank you for being with us all this time. Today, we are looking back at the best articles from the last 365 days.
Even during the holidays, Counter-Strike never stops! Play, shine, and enjoy the game to the fullest by landing headshots with bright and cool skins. Where can you get these skins at low prices? Of course, on CS.MONEY!
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Strenson: AK-47 Oligarch Creator Interview
AK-47 Oligarch became one of the biggest hits of 2025, and we couldn’t miss the chance to talk to its creator, Strenson. The skinmaker, for whom Oligarch became his sixth accepted skin, shared his sources of inspiration and also talked about his reaction to people comparing his work to VALORANT skins.
Titan and Team iBUYPOWER: Where Are They Now?
Once upon a time, Titan and iBUYPOWER were popular esports teams. Today, their legacy lives on mainly through some of the most expensive stickers in Counter-Strike 2. But what happened to the players from those teams? Ten years have passed, and the CS.MONEY Blog answers this question.
Best Tips for Beginner Traders in CS2
The CS2 skin market is more alive than ever and attracts many people who want to try their luck. In this detailed article, we point out important traps that are easy to fall into if you lack experience.
The Story of Ropz: 90 FPS and Cheating Accusations
At the start of 2025, a transfer happened that shaped the entire year. ropz joined Team Vitality, and the French club became the clear number one, winning both Majors in Austin and Budapest. When the transfer news first broke, we published an article about the career of one of the smartest players on the professional scene.
4 reasons why donk is the best CS2 player in the world
Speaking about Team Vitality’s success, we can’t forget the player who was truly worthy of taking the world’s number one spot from ZywOo. Of course, we’re talking about donk. What makes this young prodigy destroy everyone on the server? Why is he so good? The CS.MONEY Blog shares its thoughts.
Who is Kyousuke: The Next CS2 Star Ready to Surpass donk?
Continuing the topic of donk, we can’t ignore another incredibly talented player who joined Team Falcons this year. Who is kyousuke? Why did NiKo and m0NESY want him on their team? What makes him stand out from others? Read our detailed breakdown.
The Gallery Case Skin Creators Interviews: MAC-10 Saiba Oni by Maloo & Kio
Several new skin collections were added to Counter-Strike 2 in 2025, and by now, the Gallery Case may already feel old. Still, we managed to talk with the creators of the amazing MAC-10 Saiba Oni right after its release. We heard many interesting stories, including the inspiration behind the PP-Bizon Space Cat.
Why Cache Should Return to the CS2 Competitive Map Pool
We waited all through 2025 for Cache to return, but Valve decided otherwise. Even so, the map truly deserves a spot back in the competitive pool, and we have five strong reasons why. We are still waiting for its big comeback.
Is Cobblestone Really a Good CS Map?
If Cache is a map that clearly deserves a return, Cobblestone is a much more complicated case. We take a deep look at all its strengths and weaknesses. Sadly, the decision to bring it back or retire it forever is made by Valve, not by us.
2025 was a great year for us. We hope that 2026 will bring even more events, more skins, and even more awesome Counter-Strike!
