Oleksandr "s1mple" Kostyliev is widely regarded as the greatest Counter-Strike player of all time. After spending nine years at Natus Vincere (NAVI), s1mple made a shock move to BC.Game Esports in July 2025, choosing the organization personally from several transfer offers. His arrival instantly elevated BC.Game's global profile and fan base.
s1mple BC.Game Career Highlights
Since joining BC.Game Esports, s1mple has been instrumental in transforming the team from a tier-2 outfit into a genuine contender on the international stage. His HLTV rating consistently ranks among the top players in every tournament the team enters. At IEM Krakow 2026, BC.Game became the most-watched team in the group stage despite not advancing to the playoffs, a testament to s1mple's drawing power.
Key Statistics at BC.Game (2025–2026)
- HLTV Rating 3.0: 1.18
- K/D Ratio: 1.33
- Global followers: 6.5M+
- Matches played with BC.Game: 233+ days
- Peak rating in a single match: 2.24 (vs 9INE, February 2026)
s1mple CS2 Settings & Config 2026
s1mple uses the Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT mouse paired with a ZOWIE XL2546K monitor. His crosshair and config are among the most studied in the CS2 community. After joining BC.Game, he updated his settings to adapt to the new roster's playstyle, with particular refinements to his AWP positioning angles.
Why s1mple Chose BC.Game Esports
When asked about his decision, s1mple referenced advice from his former coach B1ad3: "If you want to get back to Tier 1, start with Tier 3." The move was seen as a strategic reset, allowing him to rebuild team chemistry and return to consistent competitive play rather than remaining on the bench at a top-tier organization.