In a remarkable achievement for such a young player, Ilya “m0NESY” Osipov has been awarded the prestigious “10 Year Veteran” coin in Counter Strike 2. This honor is bestowed upon players who have been part of the Counter-Strike community for over a decade, signifying their long-term dedication and passion for the game.
To qualify for this accolade, a player must not only have a Counter-Strike series game in their possession for ten years but also must have played it at least once and maintained an account in good standing, free from bans or sanctions. Given m0NESY’s age of 18, this means he started playing Counter-Strike at an incredibly young age and quickly rose through the ranks to achieve Global Elite status by the time he was just 10 years old.
m0NESY’s journey in professional Counter-Strike has been nothing short of meteoric. After joining G2 Esports at the start of 2022, he has been compared to legendary players like Aleksandr “s1mple” Kostyliev. His skill and dedication have been evident in his gameplay, with over 19,900 hours logged on Counter-Strike servers by the age of 18. His efforts culminated in G2 Esports winning their first S-tier tournament of the season at the BLAST Premier: World Final, where m0NESY played a pivotal role.
The young Russian prodigy has not only made a name for himself with his in-game prowess but also with his accolades, being ranked as the 4th best player of 2023 by HLTV and receiving the Rookie of the Year 2022 award. As of 2024, m0NESY continues to excel, standing as the second-highest-rated player in the game.
The “10 Year Veteran” coin is a testament to m0NESY’s enduring commitment to Counter-Strike, a journey that began in childhood and has already taken him to the pinnacle of competitive play. It’s a milestone that reflects both his personal dedication and the bright future that lies ahead for this young esports star.
