Die-hard fans of Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) are raising their voices regarding a pressing issue: the impact of map ranks on competitive play. The topic, heatedly debated on a popular forum post authored by ‘BakiKawasaki’, has brought to light diverse viewpoints, highlighting both the pros and cons of map ranking.
Summary
- BakiKawasaki has voiced dissatisfaction over the introduction of map ranks, particularly the absence of visible ranks on player profiles.
- This system, as envisaged by CS:GO creators, aimed to encourage gamers to explore different maps instead of sticking to favourites like Dust2 and Mirage.
- BakiKawasaki suggests that a ‘cooldown feature’ to prevent consecutive play on the same map might be a better solution.
Diverse Opinions
Many participating in the forum discussion agree with BakiKawasaki. Commentator ‘G_Matt1337’ expressed their preference for the older system, highlighting the time-intensive nature of the new ranking. ‘flynn78’ felt the same, stating in no uncertain terms their dislike for per map ranks (source).
Another Perspective
Not all were in agreement. ‘okusuuu’ defended the system, considering it a useful tool to test tactics and play favoured maps. Similarly, ‘HaiThur88’ saw value in individual map rankings, arguing that effective play on one map does not guarantee the same on another (source).
Final Thoughts
If there’s one thing apparent from this whirlwind of opinions, it’s this: change can be hard. Especially when you’re taking aim in the tense world of Counter-Strike. Perhaps the developers were simply trying to inject a little variety into the game, trying to push players out of their comfort zones. No matter where you stand on the map ranking issue, it’s clear that the gamer voices matter, and this call (or should we say, ‘clan’) for change has certainly made waves across the CS:GO community.
