Dota 2`s chat wheel is full of iconic quotes from casters and professional players. Ahead of The International tournaments, developers allow commentators and clubs to release bundles including quotes that users keep permanently upon purchase. During matches, players can spam these to lighten the team`s mood or tease opponents after successful fights. This raises a logical question: why is this popular feature still missing in CS2?
Currently, we`re limited to the standard agent voice commands. While some of these built-in voice lines are quite funny (CS wouldn`t be the same without “Bingo-bango-bongo, bish-bash-bosh” or “Yo-myo, I need help!”), the community has generated so many memorable catchphrases over the years that they truly deserve to be added to the game. In this piece, we look back at some of the most notable quotes from CS casters and pro players that would fit perfectly into a CS chat wheel system.
Let`s start our list of must-add quotes with Anders Bloom`s signature phrase, which he uses to highlight every hype moment. The phrase “Are you kidding me?” would be perfect for post-round situations – it would land perfectly after an unexpected clutch, a surprising knife kill, or a daring ninja defuse!
Counter-Strike without endless arguments with teammates isn`t truly Counter-Strike. It`s hard to find a player who hasn`t argued with allies at least once. In these familiar situations, Oleksandr s1mple Kostyliev`s legendary meme phrase, which originated during his time with Team Liquid, comes to the rescue. Whenever you`re criticized for a poorly thrown flash or a terrible spray, just send “Why are you bullying me?” (Зачем ты меня буллишь?) We`re confident this simple phrase would help defuse the tension.
Dmitriy CrystalMay Korchevinin`s phrase, which sparked a major community scandal and significantly impacted the career of former NAVI player Denis seized Kostin, absolutely must find its way into the game. This phrase, consisting of just two words, has the proven ability to infuriate anyone when used at the exact right moment (personal experience confirms this!).
Here’s another golden quote you could spam to irritate your opponents. Losing a round because your teammates neglected to buy a defuse kit is incredibly frustrating. Even worse is hearing Denis electroNic Sharipov yell, “Buy defuse kits!” (Купите дефы!) However, this voice line also possesses therapeutic qualities. Hear the Virtus.pro captain`s shout a few times, and you`ll likely start buying defuse kits every round just to avoid that embarrassing situation yourself.
One of the most legendary rage moments in CS history, which even earned a graffiti in a previous article, also rightfully deserves a spot in our voice line selection. Can you already feel your opponents` frustration when, after a highlight play, you use the phrase “What`s your problem?” (В чем ваша проблема?) This quote seems uniquely tailor-made for the competitive environment of CS.
Enough with the taunts – let`s talk about a voice line perfect for celebrating your teammates` excellent plays. Igor SL4M Sopov`s vibrant reaction to Adil ScreaM Benrlitom`s (eventually proven fake) VAC ban fits this perfectly. It sounds magnificent and captures the excitement of a big play!
This next phrase could effectively replace saying “thank you” in many matches. Did someone drop you a weapon when you were broke? Cover your back during a push? Throw a perfect flashbang for an entry? Then these words are essential – Jarosław pashaBiceps Jarząbkowski gifted us the ideal quote to express appreciation and camaraderie for teammates.
Naturally, the ability to use quotes constantly, 24/7, as is common in Dota 2, wouldn`t be feasible in CS. Sound is far more critical in Counter-Strike than in a MOBA. Using a voice line at the wrong moment could easily mask the crucial sound of a bomb defusal or approaching enemy footsteps. Therefore, if voice lines were to be added to CS, their usage would definitely need to be limited. They could be allowed after a round ends, during the freeze time before a round starts, or perhaps even in the first few seconds of a round when opponents are physically separated. We`ve even seen mockups demonstrating how voice lines might look and feel in CS – it doesn`t look bad at all, does it? And just imagine how much Valve could potentially earn from selling capsules containing collections of popular pro and caster phrases. Developers, this idea is worth considering!
Finley Holt