Grim

Grim

Last update June 10, 2025
Team Complexity
Country
United States United States
Name Michael Wince
Birthday November 22, 2000
Michael "Grim" Wince, born on November 22, 2000, is a standout rifler in the competitive CS2 scene, representing Complexity Gaming in top-tier esports tournaments. Known for his precise aim, strategic gameplay, and exceptional game sense, Grim has established himself as a formidable force in professional Counter-Strike 2. His dedication to improving his craft and consistent performance have earned him recognition among fans, analysts, and prospective esports organizations. As CS2 continues to revolutionize competitive gaming, Grim's skill set positions him as a vital asset for any team aiming for dominance in the evolving landscape of professional esports.
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DPI
800
Sensitivity
0.72
eDPI
576
Zoom Sensitivity
1.00
Hz
2000
Windows Sensitivity
6
  • Grim uses these CS2 mouse settings: 800 DPI , sensitivity 0.72 (≈576 eDPI).
  • Grim sets mouse polling rate to 2000 Hz for smoother input in CS2.
  • Windows sensitivity is 6 to match their in-game feeling.

Crosshair

Style
Classic Static
Alpha
Yes
Color
Cyan
Blue
255
Green
255
Red
0
Dot
No
Gap
-3
Thickness
1
Sniper Width
0
Follow Recoil
No
  • You can copy Grim’s CS2 crosshair instantly with the code CSGO-RuE2O-JCvEe-W4aeF-42VMm-A78WB.
  • Grim 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
  • Grim 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.

BOB

Lower AMT
21
AMT Lat
0.1
AMT Vert
0.1
Cycle
0.98
  • Grim reduces weapon bob in CS2 (lower amt 21 , lat 0.1, vert 0.1 ) 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

-freq 240 -d3d9ex -novid +mat_queue_mode 2 +fps_max 400 +cl_interp_ratio 1 -tickrate 128 +cl_cmdrate 128 +cl_updaterate 128 +cl_forcepreload 1
Download config file
  • Grim uses these CS2 launch options to optimise performance and input lag.
  • Copy the launch string above into Steam to start CS2 with the same config as Grim.

Video

Resolution
1280x960
Aspect Ratio
4:3
Scaling Mode
Black Bars
Brightness
93%
Display Mode
Fullscreen
  • Grim plays CS2 on 1280x960 (4:3) with Black Bars scaling.
  • Display mode is set to Fullscreen for maximum focus and responsiveness.
  • Brightness is kept around 93% so enemies don’t blend into dark areas.

Advanced video

Global Shadow Quality
Low
Model / Texture Detail
Low
Shader Detail
Low
Boost Player Contrast
Enabled
Multisampling Anti-Aliasing Mode
None
Texture Filtering Mode
Bilinear
  • Grim 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 None for a good balance of sharpness and performance.
  • Boost Player Contrast is Enabled so enemies stand out from the background.

Monitor Game Settings

DyAc
Premium
Black eQualizer
15
Color Vibrance
20
Low Blue Light
10
  • DyAc is set to Premium to reduce motion blur when spraying in CS2.
  • Black eQualizer 15 brightens dark areas without overexposing the map.
  • Color Vibrance 20 makes player models pop from the background.

Monitor Picture

PIcture Mode
FPS 1
Brightness
100
Contrast
63
Sharpness
10
Gamma
Gamma 1
Color Temperature
Bluish
AMA
Premium
  • Picture mode FPS 1 is chosen to optimise CS2 visibility.
  • Brightness/contrast (100/63) 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
★ Stiletto Knife | Slaughter (Minimal Wear)

★ Stiletto Knife | Slaughter (Minimal Wear)

Gloves
★ Specialist Gloves | Crimson Kimono (Field-Tested)

★ Specialist Gloves | Crimson Kimono (Field-Tested)

Assault Rifles
StatTrak™ AK-47 | Nightwish (Minimal Wear)

StatTrak™ AK-47 | Nightwish (Minimal Wear)

Assault Rifles
M4A1-S | Hot Rod (Factory New)

M4A1-S | Hot Rod (Factory New)

Sniper Rifles
StatTrak™ AWP | Redline (Field-Tested)

StatTrak™ AWP | Redline (Field-Tested)

Pistols
Glock-18 | Gamma Doppler Emerald (Factory New)

Glock-18 | Gamma Doppler Emerald (Factory New)

Pistols
StatTrak™ USP-S | Kill Confirmed (Field-Tested)

StatTrak™ USP-S | Kill Confirmed (Field-Tested)

Pistols
Desert Eagle | Blaze (Factory New)

Desert Eagle | Blaze (Factory New)

Quick facts – Grim CS2 settings

  • Mouse: VAXEE XE V2 Black
  • eDPI setup: 800 DPI , sens 0.72 → ~576 eDPI
  • Polling rate: 2000 Hz
  • Windows sensitivity: 6
  • Crosshair code: CSGO-RuE2O-JCvEe-W4aeF-42VMm-A78WB
  • Viewmodel: FOV 68 (2.5/0/-1.5)
  • Bob: lower 21, lat 0.1, vert 0.1

Complete summary – Grim CS2 settings

Grim currently plays for Complexity and uses VAXEE XE V2 Black. Their mouse settings are 800 DPI with sensitivity 0.72 (around 576 eDPI), focusing on precision over large, fast swings.

You can copy Grim’s CS2 crosshair instantly by importing the code CSGO-RuE2O-JCvEe-W4aeF-42VMm-A78WB in the in-game crosshair settings.

Their viewmodel uses FOV 68 with offsets 2.5/0/-1.5, keeping the weapon visible without blocking too much of the screen.

Launch options currently used are: -freq 240 -d3d9ex -novid +mat_queue_mode 2 +fps_max 400 +cl_interp_ratio 1 -tickrate 128 +cl_cmdrate 128 +cl_updaterate 128 +cl_forcepreload 1.

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

FAQ – Grim CS2 settings

What mouse does Grim use?

Grim plays CS2 with a VAXEE XE V2 Black. On this page you can see the exact DPI, sensitivity and polling rate they use.

What DPI and sensitivity does Grim use?

Grim currently uses 800 DPI with in-game sensitivity 0.72 , which is around 576 eDPI.

How do I copy Grim’s crosshair in CS2?

Open CS2, go to the crosshair settings menu and choose the option to import a code. Paste CSGO-RuE2O-JCvEe-W4aeF-42VMm-A78WB to get the exact same crosshair as Grim.

Are Grim’s settings kept up to date?

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