Competitive CS:GO scene
Competitive CS:GO scene
Yes, you can still be a strong player in competitive mode without using your microphone. You can still hear what others are saying even if you don’t turn it on. Not using a mic doesn’t necessarily slow down the team’s performance; it just changes how you communicate.
I keep it light with folks who don’t use mics—just the basics. I really dislike when people type nonsense in games either. "There’s a guy here." Chat isn’t worth checking in CS. If you’re scrolling through chat, you might as well be gone.
I really dislike people who use a microphone in casual settings since they probably spam music or say nonsense.
It depends on whether you're in a high or low rank. I compete at high ranks on ESEA and am global on MM (it's easy to reach global). If you're in a high rank, it can be a challenge. But if you're outperforming your whole team, they should focus elsewhere.