There’s even a female character model, a first for the franchise. The new “Operation Shattered Web” added 22 “agent” character models, offering more variety than the long traditional Terrorist (T) and Counter-Terrorist (CT) costumes. As a result, multiple esports tournament organizers (TOs) have forbade players from using them in match play.Ĭosmetic items are commonplace in competitive video games, so why were these ones so detrimental? And what does the TOs’ decision mean for the future of player customization in the genre of shooting esports? The New Character Models ExplainedĬounter-Strike: Global Offensive ( CS:GO ) periodically introduces downloadable content packs, known as “Operations.” These purchasable updates include maps, missions, and customization items (such as weapon decals, graffiti sprays, etc.).

However, the game’s newly introduced character models now pose a risk to its competitive viability, both online and off. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, Overwatch, PlayerUnknown's BattlegroundsĪ nearly 20-year franchise, Counter-Strike doesn’t go through as much reinvention as other esports titles.

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