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Top Ways to Enjoy CS:GO (Without Playing)

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Counter-Strike: Global Offensive is a prime example of why eSports have skyrocketed in popularity. In 2012, it was released to a huge amount of fanfare. Gamers went mad for a new type of video game that offered a wealth of novel opportunities. As a result, the download and user statistics were off the chart.

A decade later, the demand for CS:GO isn’t abiding. For example, it still has 24 million monthly active users, which is more than double the monthly active users of 2016. Of course, it has been around for a while, so you might not get the same buzz. On the flip side, the game has a pull you can’t avoid. So, the question is – how do you enjoy CS:GO without playing it?

Try Twitch CS:GO

Unless you’ve been living underground, you’ll know about Twitch. It’s a social media channel that has revolutionised the gaming and iGaming industries. Today, eSports teams from around the world take each other on at huge events that are streamed to global audiences. Twitch is the place to tune in if you’re interested in which teams are fighting it out for the crown.

The best thing about watching, apart from the enjoyment, is the ability to pick up tips and tricks from the pros. Usually, you get better at games through trial and error, yet Twitch’s CS:GO live feeds provide an excellent learning opportunity from the comfort of your home. It’s not a bad way to give a different twist to a classic video game.

Bet on the Winner

When you watch traditional sports, what makes the action more enjoyable? The answer is placing a wager on an outcome. It can be anything from the number of goals in a Champions League football match to how many points an NBA side will forfeit. Whichever you choose, betting adds a level of jeopardy that doesn’t exist without an online gambling platform.

The same applies to eSports. In previous years, eSports wagering has become so big that it’s challenging standard sports betting in terms of revenues generated. This means CS:GO odds are available for almost every event. Also, there are several markets, such as Counter-Strike futures to Counter-Strike in-play betting, with the latter letting you analyse the action before committing. Win or lose, taking a punt on professional CS:GO is exciting.

Listen to CS:GO Podcasts

Podcasts are brilliant because you don’t need to be invested in the topic to enjoy the content. The Joe Rogan Experience epitomises this through the eclectic nature of the guests. You can’t be interested in every guest’s area of expertise, yet each show reaches an estimated 11 million people, which is equivalent to 200 million monthly downloads.

So, don’t dismiss CS:GO podcasts because you’re not an avid eSports fan. Simply put one on as you’re driving, walking, or exercising, and let the information wash over you. A good idea is to choose a podcast that fits your requirements. For example, if it’s humour you’re after, Overtime on Inferno features occasional burns, whereas Flash Bang covers breaking news, transfer stories, and event overviews.

The good news is that you don’t need to play Counter-Strike: Global Offensive to enjoy the video game. Podcasts, live streams, and betting markets will fill in the gaps.

Gáspár Incze is the youngest member of the team. Currently a university student, he is studying management at Babeș-Bolyai University, Faculty of Economics and Business Administration. Gáspár participated in several social initiatives, having volunteered as a tour guide at the Teleki Castle in the village of Gornești and currently working at ÉRTED, a Transylvanian Hungarian student initiative committed to community work, mainly in the cultural, scientific, economic, and environmental areas.

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