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In the world of esports, where youth often takes center stage, several seasoned Counter-Strike 2 veterans continue to make a significant impact well into their thirties. This article highlights the ten oldest top CS2 players in 2024, demonstrating that age is just a number when it comes to high-level competitive play. Not only do these players bring vast experience and resilience to their teams, but they also remain highly competitive in a rapidly evolving scene.
KRIMZ (31 years old).
Freddy “KRIMZ” Johansson is a living legend of Counter-Strike and fnatic. This player has won numerous tournaments and individual awards, breaking the $1,000,000 prize money mark. This year he started a new fnatic history with new players and high ambitions.
ESL
Snax (31 years old).
A veteran of the Polish CS scene, Janusz “Snax” Pogorzelski is still a key figure in the Tier 1 scene. He is now at a new stage of his career with G2, a top 5 team. Known for his strategic play and leadership, Snax has adapted well to the IGL role. He has proven to be an asset to this stellar team and has already led G2 to two finals, including a win at BLAST Premier: Fall Final 2024, as well as semifinals at Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 and BLAST Bounty Spring 2025.
BLAST
dupreeh (32 years old).
Peter “dupreeh” Rasmussen is an example of dedication and hard work in CS2. He has played for several teams over the past year and has always been a valuable player, contributing positively to each team. Currently dupreeh is going through a rough patch with Falcons, after failing at RMR to Major in Shanghai, he is on the bench but doesn’t seem to be looking to end his career. Perhaps we will see him in a new team with new ambitions.
ESL
apEX (32 years old).
Dan “apEX” Madeskler, originally known for his aggressive play, successfully transitioned into an IGL role, leading Vitality to dominance in 2023. The introduction of CS2 further complemented his aggressive style, which greatly helped his team and proved that veterans can adapt and thrive in the new dynamics of the game. And it looks like early 2025 will be Dan’s year, he was able to lead Vitality to three straight wins at Intel Extreme Masters Katowice 2025, ESL Pro League Season 21, and BLAST Open Spring 2025. If the team continues to dominate, we could be looking at a new era under the veteran’s leadership.
PGL
MUTiRiS (32 years old).
Christopher “MUTiRiS” Fernandez has had a long career, but without any notable successes. Last year changed everything: he attended his first major PGL Major Copenhagen 2024, led SAW to the semifinals of IEM Cologne 2024, and made it to the top of various rankings. A true example of why you should never give up. He also won his first trophy with SAW, the ESL Challenger Katowice 2024.
PGL
rmn (32 years old).
At the age of 32, Ricardo “rmn” Oliveira has achieved what many aspire to, but few achieve: breaking into the upper echelons of CS2 late in his career. As a member of SAW, Roman not only demonstrated a high level of play, but also secured the team a spot in major tournaments such as ESL Pro League Season 19 and BLAST Premier: Spring Final 2024 and PGL Major Copenhagen 2024. The Portuguese veteran is currently on the bench, but something tells us that he won’t stay there for long.
PGL
FalleN (33 years old).
Gabriel “FalleN” Toledo is a legendary figure in CS2, known for his strategic thinking and sniping skills. After a less-than-successful career in FURIA and rumors of an end to his career, FalleN resumed his career, taking sole leadership after a change in team composition. His vast experience and tactical skills continue to be invaluable as he leads his team through competitive adversity. Although the team is currently in a rebuilding phase after many setbacks, FalleN will remain the leader of the team he will lead to new heights.
ESL
MAJ3R (34).
Engin “MAJ3R” Küpeli has a dream of creating a Turkish supertima that has gone through various phases, including a notable period with Space Soldiers. Having previously led Eternal Fire and now Aurora, he has more fully realized this ambition, leading his team to success at several Tier 1 tournaments and even the Major playoffs. In 2025, the team attended every tournament possible and made the playoffs at all of them. Recent results are even better and show that the team is ready for the top 5.
Snappi (34 years old).
Marco “Snappi” Pfeiffer’s journey in CS2 is a story of patience and perseverance. His career reached new heights with ENCE, where he scored his first major win and steadily led the team to finals. Then came the downturn, at Falcons Snappi was ready to use his experience to nurture another strong contender in the competitive arena, demonstrating that strategic vision can make a big difference to a team’s success, unfortunately it didn’t work. But now he is in a whole new phase of his life – NIP, a legendary organization going through tough times. A young team and a seasoned veteran is another challenge for Snappi.
karrigan (35 years old).
Finn “karrigan” Andersen is arguably one of the most experienced IGLs in Counter-Strike history, with multiple wins on various teams. At the age of 35, he continues to compete at the highest level, leading his team to eight consecutive Tier 1 finals last year. His deep understanding of the game and ability to adapt to different team dynamics make him an indispensable leader on stage. FaZe is currently in its formative stages, but as Finn himself said, they are moving slowly but in the right direction.
EWC
The continued presence and success of these players in CS2 reflects not only their individual talents, but also the broader value of experience in eSports. As the scene continues to evolve, the combination of youthful agility and veteran wisdom will remain key. These players are proving that age can be an advantage, bringing resilience, strategic depth and a wealth of knowledge that enriches both their teams and the CS2 competitive landscape. Their careers are a testament to the fact that in cybersports, strategic thinking and experience are as important as reflexes and agility.
