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alex

Last update March 16, 2026
Team Retired esports team logo Retired
Country
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Name Alex McMeekin
Birthday September 28, 1995
Alejandro "alex" Masanet Candela is a renowned professional in the world of Counter-Strike 2 esports, representing Spain's Iberian Soul. Excelling as a versatile rifler and strategic in-game leader (IGL), alex consistently demonstrates exceptional skill, strategic insight, and leadership in high-stakes CS2 tournaments. His dedication to precision gameplay and team coordination has made him a standout figure in the competitive gaming scene, earning recognition among fans and industry insiders alike. With a proven track record of impactful plays and tactical mastery, alex is poised to elevate his team's performance on the global Counter-Strike 2 stage, making him a key player to watch for esports enthusiasts and potential collaborators seeking top-tier CS2 talent.
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Razer Deathadder V3 Pro Black

Razer Deathadder V3 Pro Black

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DPI
400
Sensitivity
2.00
eDPI
800
Zoom Sensitivity
1.05
Hz
1000
Windows Sensitivity
6
  • alex uses these CS2 mouse settings: 400 DPI , sensitivity 2.00 (≈800 eDPI).
  • alex sets mouse polling rate to 1000 Hz for smoother input in CS2.
  • Windows sensitivity is 6 to match their in-game feeling.

Crosshair

Copy & change
Style
Classic Static
Follow Recoil
No
Dot
No
Length
1
Thickness
0
Gap
-3
Outline
No
Outline Thickness
1
Color
Green
Red
255
Green
0
Blue
255
Alpha
Yes
Alpha Value
255
T Style
No
Deployed Weapon Gap
No
Sniper Width
1
  • You can copy alex’s CS2 crosshair instantly with the code CSGO-t5aHM-8pcxC-z48Vm-nvJvy-K8OEL.
  • This crosshair uses Follow Recoil set to No , length 1 and outline No .
  • Alpha Value is 255, T Style is No and Deployed Weapon Gap is No.
  • Sniper Width is set to 1.
  • alex prefers a clear, static crosshair that stays readable on all CS2 maps.

Viewmodel

FOV
68
Offset X
2.5
Offset Y
0
Offset Z
-1.5
Presetpos
2
  • alex uses a CS2 viewmodel FOV of 68 to keep the weapon visible without blocking enemies.
  • Offsets 2.5/0/-1.5 are tuned for maximum visibility around the crosshair.

HUD

HUD scale
Unknown
HUD Color
Unknown
  • alex uses a HUD Scale of Unknown for a clear interface.
  • HUD Color is set to Unknown.

Radar

Radar Centers The Player
Unknown
Radar is Rotating
Unknown
Toggle Shape With Scoreboard
Unknown
Radar Hud Size
Unknown
Radar Map Zoom
Unknown
  • Radar Centers The Player is set to Unknown.
  • Radar Rotation is set to Unknown.
  • Toggle Shape With Scoreboard is set to Unknown.
  • Radar HUD Size is Unknown.
  • Radar Map Zoom is Unknown.

BOB

Lower AMT
21
AMT Lat
0.4
AMT Vert
0.25
Cycle
0.98
  • alex reduces weapon bob in CS2 (lower amt 21 , lat 0.4, vert 0.25 ) to keep the screen as stable as possible while moving.
  • Lower bob helps with tracking targets and spraying without too much visual shake.

Launch options & config file

Video

Resolution
1024x768
Aspect Ratio
4:3
Scaling Mode
Stretched
Brightness
130%
Display Mode
Fullscreen
  • alex plays CS2 on 1024x768 (4:3) with Stretched scaling.
  • Display mode is set to Fullscreen for maximum focus and responsiveness.
  • Brightness is kept around 130% so enemies don’t blend into dark areas.

Advanced video

Global Shadow Quality
Unknown
Model / Texture Detail
Unknown
Shader Detail
Unknown
Boost Player Contrast
Unknown
Multisampling Anti-Aliasing Mode
Unknown
Texture Filtering Mode
Unknown
Wait for Vertical Sync
Unknown
NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency
Unknown
Particle Detail
Unknown
Ambient Occlusion
Unknown
FidelityFX Super Resolution
Unknown
NVIDIA G-Sync
Unknown
Maximum FPS In Game
Unknown
Dynamic Shadows
Unknown
High Dynamic Range
Unknown
  • alex tunes CS2 graphics for high FPS rather than pure visuals.
  • Shadow quality, model detail and particle detail are kept at readable competitive values to reduce clutter.
  • Multisampling Anti-Aliasing Mode is set to Unknown.
  • Boost Player Contrast is Unknown so enemies stand out more clearly.
  • NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency is Unknown and NVIDIA G-Sync is Unknown.
  • Maximum FPS In Game is capped at Unknown.
  • Dynamic Shadows are Unknown, Ambient Occlusion is Unknown, HDR is Unknown and FidelityFX Super Resolution is Unknown.

Monitor Game Settings

  • alex uses monitor gaming settings that make enemies easier to spot in CS2.

Monitor Picture

  • alex keeps monitor picture settings focused on clarity rather than “pretty” colours.

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FAQ – alex CS2 settings

What mouse does alex use?

alex uses the Razer Deathadder V3 Pro Black.

What sensitivity does alex use?

alex uses sensitivity 2.00.

What DPI does alex use?

alex uses 400 DPI.

What eDPI does alex use?

alex uses 800 eDPI.

What Hz does alex use?

alex uses 1000 Hz.

What crosshair code does alex use?

The crosshair code is CSGO-t5aHM-8pcxC-z48Vm-nvJvy-K8OEL.

What crosshair settings does alex use?

alex uses a crosshair with style Classic Static, gap -3, thickness 0, and length 1.

What resolution does alex use?

alex plays on 1024x768.

What aspect ratio does alex use?

alex uses a 4:3 aspect ratio.

What brightness does alex use in CS2?

alex uses in-game brightness 130%.

What viewmodel does alex use?

alex uses viewmodel FOV 68, offset X 2.5, offset Y 0, and offset Z -1.5.

What HUD settings does alex use?

alex uses HUD Scale Unknown and HUD Color Unknown.

What radar settings does alex use?

alex uses Radar Zoom Unknown, Radar HUD Size Unknown, and Radar Rotating Unknown.

What team does alex play for?

alex currently plays for Retired.

alex CS2 Settings Summary

Here you can quickly see the most important CS2 settings used by alex, including mouse, sensitivity, crosshair code, resolution, HUD settings, radar settings, and graphics card setup.

Team
Retired
Mouse
Razer Deathadder V3 Pro Black
DPI
400
Sensitivity
2.00
eDPI
800
Hz
1000
Crosshair code
CSGO-t5aHM-8pcxC-z48Vm-nvJvy-K8OEL
Resolution
1024x768
Aspect ratio
4:3
HUD Scale
Unknown
HUD Color
Unknown
Radar Zoom
Unknown
Radar Rotating
Unknown