ALTERNATE aTTaX has officially declared their departure from the professional Counter-Strike scene, effective at the end of this year, expressing hopes of a future return “in the long run.” This storied German organization, established in 2003, made its mark in the CS:GO community beginning in 2012. Throughout its history, ALTERNATE aTTaX has consistently fielded German teams, playing a significant role in nurturing the grassroots national scene within the competitive gaming landscape. Their influence has been pivotal in shaping the local esports environment, cementing their legacy in the hearts of fans and players alike.
ALTERNATE aTTaX Announcement
During their tenure in Counter-Strike, the team celebrated an impressive five ESL Meisterschaft titles, showcasing their skill and determination in the highly competitive scene. Most recently, they made an appearance at the IEM Cologne 2024 Play-in, marking a significant moment as it was essentially their home event. Unfortunately, the competition proved fierce, and despite their efforts, they suffered defeats against both Complexity and Falcons in Germany. As a result of these setbacks, the team has announced that they will be parting ways with the organization at the end of the year, signaling a poignant conclusion to their journey together.
In their recent press release, ALTERNATE aTTaX elaborated on the various factors influencing their decision. They highlighted the challenging economic climate, the ongoing developments within the CS2 ecosystem, and a strategic realignment within the organization as key considerations. The statement underscores the complexity of the situation and reflects the need for the team to adapt and respond to these evolving circumstances.
ALTERNATE aTTaX has announced that although their primary competitive team will disband by the end of the year, they remain committed to supporting their academy project. This initiative aims to develop young talent in a sustainable and professional manner. The organization expresses optimism about a future return to the Counter-Strike scene, signaling their long-term aspirations within the gaming community.
ALTERNATE aTTaX roster is as follows:
- Michalis ‘awzek’ Napoloni
- Lukas ‘FreeZe’ Hegmann
- Luc ‘ArroW’ Oehmke
- Paul ‘PerX’ von Erdmannsdorff
- Marcel ‘hyped Köhn
- Sebastian ‘xenn’ Hoch (coach)
- Max ‘PANIX’ Hangebruch (benched)
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