story

story

Last update November 29, 2025
Team SAW
Country
Portugal Portugal
Name João Vieira
Birthday April 23, 2002
João “story” Vieira, a renowned professional in the esports realm, is making waves as a top-tier AWPer for SAW in Counter-Strike 2 (CS2). With a sharp precision and strategic gameplay, he consistently demonstrates exceptional skill in high-stakes matches, establishing himself as a key asset in competitive CS2 tournaments. Known for his quick reflexes, tactical awareness, and innovative playstyle, “story” has solidified his reputation among fans and esports analysts alike. As one of the leading figures in professional gaming, he continues to elevate SAW’s performance on the global stage, contributing to the growing popularity of Counter-Strike 2. His impressive track record and mastery of the sniper role make him a sought-after player for teams looking to dominate in the evolving landscape of CS2 esports. Whether you're a fan, a fellow gamer, or a potential collaborator, João “story” Vieira exemplifies the skill, dedication, and strategic brilliance that define top CS2 professionals.
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Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 White

DPI
400
Sensitivity
2.75
eDPI
1100
Zoom Sensitivity
1
Hz
2000
Windows Sensitivity
6
  • story uses these CS2 mouse settings: 400 DPI , sensitivity 2.75 (≈1100 eDPI).
  • story 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
Green
Blue
0
Green
255
Red
0
Dot
No
Gap
-2.183126
Thickness
0
Sniper Width
0
Follow Recoil
No
  • You can copy story’s CS2 crosshair instantly with the code CSGO-FDtYb-jWdu5-hvZwT-NQijs-sV8SA.
  • story 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
  • story 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
0.33
AMT Vert
0.14
Cycle
0.98
  • story reduces weapon bob in CS2 (lower amt 21 , lat 0.33, vert 0.14 ) 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 -console -novid -tickrate 128 -cl_updaterate 128 -cl_cmdrate 128 -rate 786432
Download config file
  • story 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 story.

Video

Resolution
1280x960
Aspect Ratio
4:3
Scaling Mode
Stretched
Brightness
110%
Display Mode
Fullscreen
  • story plays CS2 on 1280x960 (4:3) with Stretched scaling.
  • Display mode is set to Fullscreen for maximum focus and responsiveness.
  • Brightness is kept around 110% so enemies don’t blend into dark areas.

Advanced video

Global Shadow Quality
Medium
Model / Texture Detail
Low
Shader Detail
Low
Boost Player Contrast
Enabled
Multisampling Anti-Aliasing Mode
4x MSAA
Texture Filtering Mode
Bilinear
  • story 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 4x MSAA for a good balance of sharpness and performance.
  • Boost Player Contrast is Enabled so enemies stand out from the background.

Monitor Game Settings

DyAc
Off
Black eQualizer
10
Color Vibrance
12
Low Blue Light
0
  • DyAc is set to Off to reduce motion blur when spraying in CS2.
  • Black eQualizer 10 brightens dark areas without overexposing the map.
  • Color Vibrance 12 makes player models pop from the background.

Monitor Picture

PIcture Mode
Standard
Brightness
95
Contrast
60
Sharpness
7
Gamma
Gamma 3
Color Temperature
Normal
AMA
High
  • Picture mode Standard is chosen to optimise CS2 visibility.
  • Brightness/contrast (95/60) 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
★ Butterfly Knife | Gamma Doppler Phase 4 (Factory New)

★ Butterfly Knife | Gamma Doppler Phase 4 (Factory New)

Gloves
★ Sport Gloves | Vice (Battle-Scarred)

★ Sport Gloves | Vice (Battle-Scarred)

Assault Rifles
AK-47 | Neon Rider (Minimal Wear)

AK-47 | Neon Rider (Minimal Wear)

Assault Rifles
M4A4 | The Coalition (Minimal Wear)

M4A4 | The Coalition (Minimal Wear)

Sniper Rifles
AWP | Dragon Lore (Field-Tested)

AWP | Dragon Lore (Field-Tested)

Pistols
Glock-18 | Water Elemental (Field-Tested)

Glock-18 | Water Elemental (Field-Tested)

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

USP-S | Kill Confirmed (Field-Tested)

Pistols
Desert Eagle | Ocean Drive (Field-Tested)

Desert Eagle | Ocean Drive (Field-Tested)

Quick facts – story CS2 settings

  • Mouse: Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 White
  • eDPI setup: 400 DPI , sens 2.75 → ~1100 eDPI
  • Polling rate: 2000 Hz
  • Windows sensitivity: 6
  • Crosshair code: CSGO-FDtYb-jWdu5-hvZwT-NQijs-sV8SA
  • Viewmodel: FOV 68 (2.5/0/-1.5)
  • Bob: lower 21, lat 0.33, vert 0.14

Complete summary – story CS2 settings

story currently plays for SAW and uses Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 White. Their mouse settings are 400 DPI with sensitivity 2.75 (around 1100 eDPI), focusing on precision over large, fast swings.

You can copy story’s CS2 crosshair instantly by importing the code CSGO-FDtYb-jWdu5-hvZwT-NQijs-sV8SA 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 -console -novid -tickrate 128 -cl_updaterate 128 -cl_cmdrate 128 -rate 786432.

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

FAQ – story CS2 settings

What mouse does story use?

story plays CS2 with a Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 White. On this page you can see the exact DPI, sensitivity and polling rate they use.

What DPI and sensitivity does story use?

story currently uses 400 DPI with in-game sensitivity 2.75 , which is around 1100 eDPI.

How do I copy story’s crosshair in CS2?

Open CS2, go to the crosshair settings menu and choose the option to import a code. Paste CSGO-FDtYb-jWdu5-hvZwT-NQijs-sV8SA to get the exact same crosshair as story.

Are story’s settings kept up to date?

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