Those who declared the end of Valve’s FPS were proven wrong. In a year marked by major competitions and records, **Counter-Strike 2 (CS2)** not only solidified itself but also dethroned the giant **League of Legends (LoL)** to become the most-watched esport on Twitch in 2025.
According to data gathered by *Esports Charts* and reported by Draft5, the “shooter game” community showed incredible strength. CS2 accumulated an impressive **372 million hours watched** on the platform. Valve hit the mark perfectly with its schedule, keeping public interest high throughout the year.
## The Rivalry Scoreboard
The battle for the top was fierce, but Riot Games’ MOBA ate dust this time. LoL finished the year in second place, totaling around **310 million hours**. While the difference may seem small to laypeople, in the streaming world, these extra 60 million hours for CS2 represent a crushing victory in engagement and loyalty.
## Who Completes the Podium?
The bronze went to another veteran: **Dota 2**, which secured its spot with 213 million hours. The surprise (or disappointment for some) came from **Valorant**. The “direct competitor” of CS languished in fourth place, recording 185 million hours — practically half the audience of the leader.
## Why Did CS2 Explode?
The recipe for success involved a frenetic open circuit and the hosting of two unforgettable Majors: the **BLAST.tv Austin Major** and the **StarLadder Budapest Major**. These global events, combined with broadcasts from partners and streamers like Gaules, created a content network that the competition simply couldn’t surpass.
The year 2025 proves that, regardless of criticism about updates or mechanics, Counter-Strike remains the number one passion for Brazilians and the world when it comes to watching high-level esports.
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