PGL allows Smoke bug at CS: GO Major; Pro players react with shock and disbelief cover image

PGL allows Smoke bug at CS: GO Major; Pro players react with shock and disbelief

The CSGO teams at the Major have unanimously decided not to use the smoke bug.

PGL has announced it will allow the controversial one-way smoke at the CS: GO Major. The one-way smoke used by G2’s mONESY on multiple rounds in more than one match in Antwerp. The smoke has caused quite a bit of controversy with the community divided on its status at the Major. 

“We are using the latest client version of CS: GO, and we will allow the smoke going forward,” said PGL in a tweet.


PGL’s decision to allow the smoke has drawn a lot of reactions from the community including sharp criticism from several players. The CS: GO Antwerp Major is currently in its Legends stage which features the top 16 teams from around the world.

Pro Players react: Shock and Ridicule

Players reach unanimous decision not to use smoke bug mechanics

Styko representing G2 has announced that pro players including G2 esports have come to a decision not to use the smoke at the CS: GO Major. This decision comes despite PGL allowing the smoke usage at the CSGO Major.

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