apEX

apEX

Last update June 10, 2025
Team Team Vitality CS2 Team Logo Team Vitality
Country
France France
Name Dan Madesclaire
Birthday February 22, 1993
Dan "?apEX?" Madesclaire, born February 22, 1993, is a renowned professional CS2 player celebrated for his exceptional rifling skills and strategic leadership in esports. As a vital member of Team Vitality, he combines sharpshooting precision with tactical depth, elevating team performance in competitive Counter-Strike 2 tournaments. Madesclaire's extensive experience and mastery in in-game leadership make him a standout figure in the dynamic world of professional gaming, inspiring fans and aspiring esports athletes alike. His contributions to Team Vitality's success underscore his reputation as a top-tier CS2 competitor, making him a valuable asset in esports collaborations and tournaments worldwide.
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VAXEE E1 Wireless Fluorescent Green

DPI
400
Sensitivity
1.91
eDPI
764.00
Zoom Sensitivity
1
Hz
1000
Windows Sensitivity
6
  • apEX uses these CS2 mouse settings: 400 DPI , sensitivity 1.91 (≈764.00 eDPI).
  • apEX sets mouse polling rate to 1000 Hz for smoother input in CS2.
  • Windows sensitivity is 6 to match their in-game feeling.

Crosshair

Style
Classic Static
Alpha
Yes
Color
Yellow
Blue
0
Green
255
Red
0
Dot
No
Gap
-3
Thickness
1
Sniper Width
0
Follow Recoil
No
  • You can copy apEX’s CS2 crosshair instantly with the code CSGO-4iq5f-ouAwT-aYEpF-VphTW-k8aYO.
  • apEX prefers a clear, static crosshair that stays readable on all CS2 maps.

Viewmodel

FOV
60
Offset X
2
Offset Y
2
Offset Z
-2
Presetpos
1
  • apEX uses a CS2 viewmodel FOV of 60 to keep the weapon visible without blocking enemies.
  • Offsets 2/2/-2 are tuned for maximum visibility around the crosshair.

BOB

Lower AMT
5
AMT Lat
0.4
AMT Vert
0.25
Cycle
0.98
  • apEX reduces weapon bob in CS2 (lower amt 5 , 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

Download config file

Video

Resolution
1280x960
Aspect Ratio
4:3
Scaling Mode
Stretched
Brightness
100%
Display Mode
Fullscreen
  • apEX plays CS2 on 1280x960 (4:3) with Stretched scaling.
  • Display mode is set to Fullscreen for maximum focus and responsiveness.
  • Brightness is kept around 100% so enemies don’t blend into dark areas.

Advanced video

Global Shadow Quality
High
Model / Texture Detail
Low
Shader Detail
Low
Boost Player Contrast
Disabled
Multisampling Anti-Aliasing Mode
2x MSAA
Texture Filtering Mode
Anisotropic 16x
  • apEX tunes CS2 graphics for high FPS rather than pure visuals.
  • Lower shadow and texture detail reduce visual clutter and make models easier to read.
  • Anti-aliasing is set to 2x MSAA for a good balance of sharpness and performance.
  • Boost Player Contrast is Disabled so enemies stand out from the background.

Monitor Game Settings

DyAc
Premium
Black eQualizer
12
Color Vibrance
15
Low Blue Light
0
  • DyAc is set to Premium to reduce motion blur when spraying in CS2.
  • Black eQualizer 12 brightens dark areas without overexposing the map.
  • Color Vibrance 15 makes player models pop from the background.

Monitor Picture

PIcture Mode
Gamer 1
Brightness
80
Contrast
60
Sharpness
8
Gamma
Gamma 3
Color Temperature
Bluish
AMA
High
  • Picture mode Gamer 1 is chosen to optimise CS2 visibility.
  • Brightness/contrast (80/60) are tuned so enemies don’t blend into the map.
  • Gamma and colour temperature are adjusted for a neutral, consistent image across all CS2 maps.

Skins

Knives
★ Survival Knife | Fade (Factory New)

★ Survival Knife | Fade (Factory New)

Gloves
★ Specialist Gloves | Fade (Battle-Scarred)

★ Specialist Gloves | Fade (Battle-Scarred)

Assault Rifles
StatTrak™ AK-47 | Fuel Injector (Field-Tested)

StatTrak™ AK-47 | Fuel Injector (Field-Tested)

Assault Rifles
StatTrak™ M4A1-S | Cyrex (Field-Tested)

StatTrak™ M4A1-S | Cyrex (Field-Tested)

Sniper Rifles
AWP | Phobos (Factory New)

AWP | Phobos (Factory New)

Pistols
StatTrak™ Glock-18 | Vogue (Factory New)

StatTrak™ Glock-18 | Vogue (Factory New)

Pistols
StatTrak™ USP-S | Orion (Factory New)

StatTrak™ USP-S | Orion (Factory New)

Pistols
StatTrak™ Desert Eagle | Trigger Discipline (Minimal Wear)

StatTrak™ Desert Eagle | Trigger Discipline (Minimal Wear)

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Quick facts – apEX CS2 settings

  • Mouse: VAXEE E1 Wireless Fluorescent Green
  • eDPI setup: 400 DPI , sens 1.91 → ~764.00 eDPI
  • Polling rate: 1000 Hz
  • Windows sensitivity: 6
  • Crosshair code: CSGO-4iq5f-ouAwT-aYEpF-VphTW-k8aYO
  • Viewmodel: FOV 60 (2/2/-2)
  • Bob: lower 5, lat 0.4, vert 0.25

Complete summary – apEX CS2 settings

apEX currently plays for Team Vitality and uses VAXEE E1 Wireless Fluorescent Green. Their mouse settings are 400 DPI with sensitivity 1.91 (around 764.00 eDPI), focusing on precision over large, fast swings.

You can copy apEX’s CS2 crosshair instantly by importing the code CSGO-4iq5f-ouAwT-aYEpF-VphTW-k8aYO in the in-game crosshair settings.

Their viewmodel uses FOV 60 with offsets 2/2/-2, keeping the weapon visible without blocking too much of the screen.

On this page you’ll find all of apEX’s CS2 settings in one place – mouse, crosshair, viewmodel, bob, video settings, monitor settings and a downloadable config file.

FAQ – apEX CS2 settings

What mouse does apEX use?

apEX plays CS2 with a VAXEE E1 Wireless Fluorescent Green. On this page you can see the exact DPI, sensitivity and polling rate they use.

What DPI and sensitivity does apEX use?

apEX currently uses 400 DPI with in-game sensitivity 1.91 , which is around 764.00 eDPI.

How do I copy apEX’s crosshair in CS2?

Open CS2, go to the crosshair settings menu and choose the option to import a code. Paste CSGO-4iq5f-ouAwT-aYEpF-VphTW-k8aYO to get the exact same crosshair as apEX.

Are apEX’s settings kept up to date?

Yes. CS2Config uses a crawler plus manual checks to keep apEX’s CS2 settings as accurate as possible, including mouse, crosshair, viewmodel, bob and launch options.