Oleksandr “s1mple” Kostyliev is the undisputed GOAT (Greatest of All Time) of Counter-Strike. His reign of terror with the AWP during the CS era cemented his legacy, and his transition to Counter-Strike 2 has proven that his mechanical aim is peerless.
s1mple currently uses the Logitech G Pro X TKL keyboard with linear switches and the mouse. He plays on a high sensitivity for an AWPer (400 DPI at 3.09 in-game), allowing him to hit impossible flick shots while holding tight angles.
If you want to climb the Premier leaderboards and carry your team, mimicking the GOAT’s setup is the best place to start. Here is the complete breakdown of s1mple’s CS2 hardware and settings.
s1mple’s Gaming Keyboard
While many modern CS2 pros have transitioned to magnetic Rapid Trigger keyboards (like the Wooting 60HE) for faster counter-strafing, s1mple relies on the raw consistency of standard linear mechanical switches.
- Keyboard:
- Switches: GX Red (Linear)
- Layout: Tenkeyless (TKL)
Why he uses it: The G Pro X TKL uses Logitech’s Lightspeed 2.4GHz wireless technology, providing a flawless 1ms response time. The GX Red linear switches offer a smooth, predictable keystroke with no tactile bump. The TKL layout removes the numpad, giving his mouse hand the massive desk space required for low-sensitivity aiming, while keeping the F-row for quick in-game buys. (Want to see the magnetic keyboards other CS2 pros are using? Read our guide to the Best Keyboards for CS2).
s1mple’s Gaming Mouse & Sens
s1mple’s sensitivity is famously high for a dedicated AWPer. Most professional snipers play on incredibly low sensitivities to ensure pixel-perfect accuracy, but s1mple uses a higher eDPI to allow for rapid 180-degree flicks when he is getting rushed.
- Mouse: Logitech G Pro X Superlight (Magenta/Red)
- DPI: 400
- In-Game Sensitivity: 3.09
- Zoom Sensitivity Multiplier: 1.00
- eDPI: 1236
- Polling Rate: 1000Hz
- Windows Pointer Speed: 6/11 (Enhance Pointer Precision: OFF)
Why he uses it: The G Pro X Superlight is the industry standard for competitive esports. It weighs just 63 grams and features a flawless HERO 25K sensor. Because s1mple plays on a higher sensitivity (1236 eDPI), the ultra-lightweight design ensures he can stop the mouse exactly where he wants it without any heavy inertia causing over-flicks.
s1mple’s CS2 Keybinds & Launch Options
s1mple keeps his actual movement and weapon binds relatively standard, but he relies on specific console commands and launch options to optimize his game’s performance.
- Walk:
Shift - Crouch:
Ctrl - Jump:
Spacebar&Mouse Wheel Down - Use Object:
E - Drop Weapon:
G - Primary Weapon:
1 - Secondary Weapon:
2 - Melee:
3 - Cycle Grenades:
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The Secret Bind: Like most CS2 pros, s1mple binds “Jump” to Mouse Wheel Down. This makes executing consecutive bunny hops significantly easier than trying to perfectly time the spacebar.
s1mple’s Launch Options
To maximize his FPS and bypass the intro videos, s1mple enters these exact launch options in Steam before booting the game: -freq 360 -novid -console -tickrate 128 +fps_max 0
s1mple’s CS2 Crosshair Settings
s1mple uses a very small, static crosshair. Because he primarily uses the AWP, his rifle crosshair needs to be unobtrusive and highly precise for tapping heads at long range.
To use his exact crosshair, open your CS2 developer console (~) and paste this exact code:
s1mple Crosshair Code: CSGO-RpdhS-w8E6y-H8EEM-oNbs9-L4VvD
- Style: Classic Static
- Color: Cyan (or Green)
- Size: 1
- Thickness: 0
- Gap: -3
- Outlines: Off
- Center Dot: Off
s1mple’s Video & Resolution Settings
s1mple plays on a stretched resolution. This makes player models appear significantly wider on the screen, making them theoretically easier to hit.
- Resolution: 1280×960
- Aspect Ratio: 4:3
- Scaling Mode: Stretched
- Global Shadow Quality: Very Low
- Model / Texture Detail: Low
- Texture Filtering Mode: Bilinear
- Shader Detail: Low
- Particle Detail: Low
- Ambient Occlusion: Disabled
- High Dynamic Range (HDR): Quality
- FidelityFX Super Resolution: Disabled (Highest Quality)
- NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency: Enabled
Frequently Asked Questions
What monitor does s1mple use?
s1mple currently uses the
. It is a 24.5-inch monitor with an incredible 360Hz refresh rate and DyAc+ technology. DyAc (Dynamic Accuracy) drastically reduces motion blur during aggressive recoil control, making it the preferred monitor brand for almost all professional CS2 players.Why does s1mple play on 4:3 Stretched resolution?
Playing on a 4:3 stretched resolution takes a square image and stretches it across a widescreen monitor. This makes enemy player models appear significantly wider and faster. While it reduces your peripheral vision (Field of View), it makes tracking heads in front of you much easier.
Does s1mple use Snap Tap or SOCD?
No. Valve recently banned the use of Snap Tap (Simultaneous Opposing Cardinal Directions) and SOCD automation in official CS2 servers. Using hardware or software to automate counter-strafing will result in being kicked from the match. s1mple relies entirely on his own raw mechanical timing to counter-strafe.
