The final Valve ranking for 2024 was released on December 31, serving as a critical benchmark for determining participation in upcoming tournaments for the 2025 season. G2 Esports secured the number one position, holding a 30-point lead over Team Spirit, the winners of the Perfect World Shanghai Major. This achievement underscores G2’s consistency and dominance within the competitive CS2 scene, despite the strong performances of their rivals.
The Valve Ranking System is an essential component of the esports ecosystem. It directly influences which teams receive invitations to premier tournaments, including Majors. By finishing first in the rankings, G2 has secured advantageous opportunities for the 2025 season. Meanwhile, the competitive standings of Spirit and other top-tier teams demonstrate the depth and intensity of the professional scene.
The updated rankings feature the following top 10 teams: G2 Esports, Team Spirit, Team Vitality, The Mongolz, FaZe Clan, MOUZ, Natus Vincere, Heroic, Team Liquid, and FURIA. The second tier includes paiN Gaming, 3DMAX, MIBR, Eternal Fire, Complexity, SAW, GamerLegion, BIG, FlyQuest, and Astralis.
These rankings go beyond a simple list of the best teams; they have significant implications for the organizations involved. A strong ranking impacts budgets, sponsorship deals, and overall prestige. For G2, Spirit, and others, the successes of 2024 set the stage for an exciting and competitive 2025 season.
