In a rather surprising revelation, the typically underappreciated map Vertigo has climbed its way to become the 3rd most popular map in Premier, Counter-Strike’s competitive tier. Commenters chime in with their thoughts, providing an array of perspectives on this unexpected rise.
Shifting Opinions
- Mirage & Inferno no longer hold majority of matches
- Negative opinions regarding Vertigo’s gameplay do not impede its popularity
- Ancient moves away from being the least popular map
Players’ Perspective
Player feedback ranges from fondness for the lesser-loved maps to confusion over gameplay complexity. One user, APurpleTRex, reveals his admiration for Anubis by saying, ‘My poor Anubis at 8%. I like that map a ton’. Player affection towards these underdogs clearly illustrates a divergence in map preferences amongst the players.
Ancient vs Anubis
In an unexpected development, Ancient has been played more frequently than Anubis. User Givemeajackson voices his surprise, ‘Can’t believe people play ancient more than anubis. Anubis is imo a way more conventional map with a lot fewer issues than ancient.’ This showcases the unpredictable nature of player preference in game map selection.
Missing Maps & Game Strategy
Adding a touch of humour to the discussion, user mobani pleads for the return of Cache map, ‘I just want Cache back!’. Another user Putschepper reveals their game strategy, ‘This is exactly how we prioritize our bans in reversed order when me and my mates play premier. We ban mirage first and anubis last.’
Despite negative opinions, Vertigo’s rise in popularity speaks for the unpredictable nature of player preference. It is evident that a map’s popularity among gamers can fluctuate and may not align with its perceived gameplay quality. Amidst changing trends, the loyalty some players show towards lesser-appreciated maps like Anubis brings a touch of heartwarming diversity to the gaming community.
