kRYSTAL

kRYSTAL

Last update June 10, 2025
Team ESC CS2 Team Logo ESC Gaming
Country
Germany Germany
Name Kevin Amend
Birthday July 23, 1993
Kevin “kRYSTAL” Amend, born July 23, 1993, is a renowned former professional in the competitive CS2 and Counter-Strike esports scene. With a distinguished gaming career, he showcased exceptional skills and strategic expertise that elevated his teams to top-tier performances. Now, as a coach for ESC Gaming, kRYSTAL leverages his extensive experience to develop emerging talent and refine team dynamics in the rapidly evolving landscape of professional Counter-Strike 2. His deep understanding of game mechanics, map control, and offensive strategies makes him a valuable asset in boosting esports teams’ performance and achieving dominance in tournaments. Recognized for his leadership and tactical insight, kRYSTAL is a key figure in the professional CS2 community, attracting fans and aspiring players alike. Whether you're a dedicated esports enthusiast or an organization looking for expert guidance in CS2, kRYSTAL’s proven track record in Counter-Strike 2 coaching and competitive gaming makes him a prime candidate for collaboration. Stay connected with his latest endeavors to witness tactical mastery and strategic innovation in Counter-Strike 2 esports.
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DPI
800
Sensitivity
1.50
eDPI
1200
Zoom Sensitivity
1.00
Hz
1000
Windows Sensitivity
6
  • kRYSTAL uses these CS2 mouse settings: 800 DPI , sensitivity 1.50 (≈1200 eDPI).
  • kRYSTAL 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
Green
Blue
255
Green
255
Red
255
Dot
No
Gap
-3
Thickness
1
Sniper Width
0
Follow Recoil
No
  • You can copy kRYSTAL’s CS2 crosshair instantly with the code CSGO-Qas8v-DLnKC-HxYys-OLjiE-OM6FP.
  • kRYSTAL prefers a clear, static crosshair that stays readable on all CS2 maps.

Viewmodel

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

BOB

Lower AMT
21
AMT Lat
0.40
AMT Vert
0.25
Cycle
0.98
  • kRYSTAL reduces weapon bob in CS2 (lower amt 21 , lat 0.40, 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

-console -high -freq 240 -refresh 240 -novid -tickrate 128
Download config file
  • kRYSTAL 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 kRYSTAL.

Video

Resolution
1280x960
Aspect Ratio
4:3
Scaling Mode
Stretched
Brightness
80%
Display Mode
Fullscreen
  • kRYSTAL plays CS2 on 1280x960 (4:3) with Stretched scaling.
  • Display mode is set to Fullscreen for maximum focus and responsiveness.
  • Brightness is kept around 80% so enemies don’t blend into dark areas.

Advanced video

Global Shadow Quality
High
Model / Texture Detail
Low
Shader Detail
High
Boost Player Contrast
Enabled
Multisampling Anti-Aliasing Mode
8x MSAA
Texture Filtering Mode
Trilinear
  • kRYSTAL 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 8x MSAA for a good balance of sharpness and performance.
  • Boost Player Contrast is Enabled so enemies stand out from the background.

Monitor Game Settings

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

Monitor Picture

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

Skins

Knives
★ M9 Bayonet | Case Hardened (Well-Worn)

★ M9 Bayonet | Case Hardened (Well-Worn)

Assault Rifles
StatTrak™ AK-47 | Red Laminate (Factory New)

StatTrak™ AK-47 | Red Laminate (Factory New)

Assault Rifles
StatTrak™ M4A1-S | Mecha Industries (Factory New)

StatTrak™ M4A1-S | Mecha Industries (Factory New)

Sniper Rifles
StatTrak™ AWP | Graphite (Factory New)

StatTrak™ AWP | Graphite (Factory New)

Pistols
Glock-18 | Fade (Factory New)

Glock-18 | Fade (Factory New)

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

StatTrak™ USP-S | Orion (Factory New)

Pistols
StatTrak™ Desert Eagle | Kumicho Dragon (Factory New)

StatTrak™ Desert Eagle | Kumicho Dragon (Factory New)

Quick facts – kRYSTAL CS2 settings

  • Mouse: Logitech MX518 HERO
  • eDPI setup: 800 DPI , sens 1.50 → ~1200 eDPI
  • Polling rate: 1000 Hz
  • Windows sensitivity: 6
  • Crosshair code: CSGO-Qas8v-DLnKC-HxYys-OLjiE-OM6FP
  • Viewmodel: FOV 68 (-2/2/-2)
  • Bob: lower 21, lat 0.40, vert 0.25

Complete summary – kRYSTAL CS2 settings

kRYSTAL currently plays for ESC Gaming and uses Logitech MX518 HERO. Their mouse settings are 800 DPI with sensitivity 1.50 (around 1200 eDPI), focusing on precision over large, fast swings.

You can copy kRYSTAL’s CS2 crosshair instantly by importing the code CSGO-Qas8v-DLnKC-HxYys-OLjiE-OM6FP in the in-game crosshair settings.

Their viewmodel uses FOV 68 with offsets -2/2/-2, keeping the weapon visible without blocking too much of the screen.

Launch options currently used are: -console -high -freq 240 -refresh 240 -novid -tickrate 128.

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

FAQ – kRYSTAL CS2 settings

What mouse does kRYSTAL use?

kRYSTAL plays CS2 with a Logitech MX518 HERO. On this page you can see the exact DPI, sensitivity and polling rate they use.

What DPI and sensitivity does kRYSTAL use?

kRYSTAL currently uses 800 DPI with in-game sensitivity 1.50 , which is around 1200 eDPI.

How do I copy kRYSTAL’s crosshair in CS2?

Open CS2, go to the crosshair settings menu and choose the option to import a code. Paste CSGO-Qas8v-DLnKC-HxYys-OLjiE-OM6FP to get the exact same crosshair as kRYSTAL.

Are kRYSTAL’s settings kept up to date?

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