Counter-Strike’s professional MR12 format has stirred considerable discussion amongst gamers. A Reddit user lazycalm2 expressed their dissatisfaction saying, ‘It just feels cheap. Game just got Valoranted.’
Summary
- Majority express frustration with the new MR12 format
- Critics attribute issues to unbalanced economies and rapid game finishes
- Many users suggest revisions in the best-of formats and happier with standard MR15
Economy System
Major concerns pertain to the game’s economy system. Many players, including user Rhed0x, voice criticism over Counter-Strike’s stagnant stance on making economy changes. Rhed0x comments, ‘It’s annoying that they’re taking so long to make economy changes…Valve is probably waiting for the major.’
Improving Gameplay
Others focus on potential improvements that game organizers could adopt. Markus_zockt suggests a change of pace in the finals, stating ‘What I find much worse is that no organiser has yet come up with the idea of playing the finals in BO5. BO3 is simply over far too quickly with MR12 if the score is 2:0.’
Sentiments on Comebacks
All is not gloomy in the community, however. Some users like Seroko find enjoyment in MR12’s influence on gameplay. Yet, they note, that comebacks now feel less impressive.
Lastly, stirring from the depth of the discussion, Patient_Apartment415 provides a perspective asking for economic adjustments in the game, dubbing the gameplay without these adjustments a ‘joke’.
It’s clear that the waters are boiling in the Counter-Strike community surrounding MR12. While some users express dissatisfaction, others see potential improvements. Through the clamour, one thing can be gathered – the community is passionate about their game and wishes the best for its future.
