Hellcase Blog

Summer is close enough to give us something we expected from winter. Of course, we are talking about the IEM Cologne Major 2026, which will start on June 5, 2026. And on June 21 we will know the new winners of the future major tournament. Still, right now, the main topic is not the major itself, but a new CS2 update. What Valve brought us this time, and why is it a new market...

Smooth gameplay is key to winning a crucial round. Still, sometimes it’s impossible due to the different circumstances. One of them is CS2 rubberbanding. As a result, players cannot hit the target, and their movement is laggy, which definitely isn’t the best experience for any online game. But what is the reason for all of that? How can we diagnose and fix it? Let’s find the ...

Almost a month of rumors, inside information, and years of waiting. Finally, on April 29, 2026, players can say “Welcome back, Cache!” Of course, it’s not the only part of the huge 5Gb update in CS2, yet the most noticeable, especially for veterans. But is it the same location we already know? Without further ado, let’s explore all the details and remember the long history of...

Mastery of any map depends heavily on knowledge of callouts. Understanding critical map locations directly affects how well players finish the round, successfully rotate, and check the specific areas where the enemy comes from. It’s especially important if the chosen map is Overpass, which is known for its multi-layered structure. As a result, without clear information, your ...