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Yes, you can join games without having your own team.

Yes, you can join games without having your own team.

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Athame_
Senior Member
734
10-12-2023, 10:32 AM
#1
Hello, I understand you're considering playing CS:GO despite not having your own team. It's a good idea to check the rules on ESL's site and see if they allow participation without a full squad. Just remember, their expectations are high, but trying is fine as long as you follow the guidelines. Good luck!
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Athame_
10-12-2023, 10:32 AM #1

Hello, I understand you're considering playing CS:GO despite not having your own team. It's a good idea to check the rules on ESL's site and see if they allow participation without a full squad. Just remember, their expectations are high, but trying is fine as long as you follow the guidelines. Good luck!

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flyer78
Senior Member
425
10-28-2023, 04:23 PM
#2
It suggests you haven't played CS:GO yet. You might want to start with casual play until you improve.
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flyer78
10-28-2023, 04:23 PM #2

It suggests you haven't played CS:GO yet. You might want to start with casual play until you improve.

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xdimensionz
Junior Member
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10-31-2023, 03:05 AM
#3
Reach Global Elite and then attempt a trial. Or launch your own squad for millions in investment.
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xdimensionz
10-31-2023, 03:05 AM #3

Reach Global Elite and then attempt a trial. Or launch your own squad for millions in investment.

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BernieSand3rs
Member
153
11-17-2023, 03:23 AM
#4
Try CSGO! HA! Also good luck with ESL. CSGO feels fun once, but after thousands of hours you really shine.
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BernieSand3rs
11-17-2023, 03:23 AM #4

Try CSGO! HA! Also good luck with ESL. CSGO feels fun once, but after thousands of hours you really shine.

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Jarzzermann
Posting Freak
788
11-17-2023, 03:34 AM
#5
They used a system for pickup-style games where you logged in to a room with others of similar rating (like ESL one). You’d be paired with another mixed team having players at the same level. These are referred to as gathers or lobbys. I don’t recall another site doing that. Possibly ESEA? In any case, for one night cups, tournaments, and laffer you need to apply and join a team. It’s better to reach out to local (national) fan sites and find a lower-level team to train with.
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Jarzzermann
11-17-2023, 03:34 AM #5

They used a system for pickup-style games where you logged in to a room with others of similar rating (like ESL one). You’d be paired with another mixed team having players at the same level. These are referred to as gathers or lobbys. I don’t recall another site doing that. Possibly ESEA? In any case, for one night cups, tournaments, and laffer you need to apply and join a team. It’s better to reach out to local (national) fan sites and find a lower-level team to train with.

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OMGITSDOGE
Junior Member
13
11-17-2023, 07:02 AM
#6
Not really. Consistent practice and daily play make reaching Eagle manageable. For newcomers, joining an ESL team isn't necessary—you'll just waste time. Keep it casual until you understand the game, then try matchmaking. But don't rush into ESL before you're even LEM or Supreme. Even though I've played a few ESL games today, most teams are split between MG1/MG2 and LEM to Global Elite.
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OMGITSDOGE
11-17-2023, 07:02 AM #6

Not really. Consistent practice and daily play make reaching Eagle manageable. For newcomers, joining an ESL team isn't necessary—you'll just waste time. Keep it casual until you understand the game, then try matchmaking. But don't rush into ESL before you're even LEM or Supreme. Even though I've played a few ESL games today, most teams are split between MG1/MG2 and LEM to Global Elite.

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Lorddoom139
Posting Freak
956
11-18-2023, 01:31 AM
#7
I understand. I was really excited about it. I spent around 289 hours, and I'm Nova 4. I only began competing seriously in comps around the 30th match.
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Lorddoom139
11-18-2023, 01:31 AM #7

I understand. I was really excited about it. I spent around 289 hours, and I'm Nova 4. I only began competing seriously in comps around the 30th match.

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Gamerex75
Junior Member
43
11-18-2023, 03:54 AM
#8
I own 940 and I'm LEM. I started playing MM around 100 hours in and developed a solid grasp of its mechanics and physics.
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Gamerex75
11-18-2023, 03:54 AM #8

I own 940 and I'm LEM. I started playing MM around 100 hours in and developed a solid grasp of its mechanics and physics.

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COLIN20052012
Posting Freak
857
12-01-2023, 02:49 PM
#9
Knowing the lay of the land—pre-fire routes, safe places, and escape times—helps you perform better.
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COLIN20052012
12-01-2023, 02:49 PM #9

Knowing the lay of the land—pre-fire routes, safe places, and escape times—helps you perform better.