XANTARES

XANTARES

Last update June 10, 2025
Team Aurora CS2 Team Logo Aurora
Country
Turkey Turkey
Name İsmailсan Dörtkardeş
Birthday August 7, 1995
İsmailcan “XANTARES” Dörtkardeş is a renowned Turkish professional gamer excelling in Counter-Strike 2 esports. As a key rifler for Aurora, his aggressive playstyle and strategic mastery have cemented his reputation in the competitive CS2 scene. Known for his exceptional aim and quick reflexes, XANTARES popularized the iconic “XANTARES peek,” a tactical move involving wide peeking and near-instantaneous reaction times that surprise opponents. His impressive skill set and leaderboard performances highlight his status as one of the top contenders in global CS2 tournaments. Fans and esports teams alike recognize his contributions to the evolution of professional gaming, making him a highly influential figure in the rise of Counter-Strike 2's competitive landscape. With a growing fanbase and a series of notable victories, XANTARES continues to push the boundaries of tactical gameplay, showcasing why he's considered a top-tier athlete in the world of esports and professional gaming.
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DPI
400
Sensitivity
2.3
eDPI
920
Zoom Sensitivity
1.1
Hz
1000
Windows Sensitivity
6
  • XANTARES uses these CS2 mouse settings: 400 DPI , sensitivity 2.3 (≈920 eDPI).
  • XANTARES 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
50
Green
250
Red
50
Dot
No
Gap
0
Thickness
0.5
Sniper Width
0
Follow Recoil
No
  • You can copy XANTARES’s CS2 crosshair instantly with the code CSGO-3oajv-RQewF-E3Nem-UnbHy-y2DVF.
  • XANTARES prefers a clear, static crosshair that stays readable on all CS2 maps.

Viewmodel

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

BOB

Lower AMT
21
AMT Lat
0.33
AMT Vert
0.14
Cycle
0.98
  • XANTARES 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

-noforcemaccel -noforcemspd -noforcemparms -freq 360 -novid -console -tickrate 128 -d3d9ex
Download config file
  • XANTARES 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 XANTARES.

Video

Resolution
1024x768
Aspect Ratio
4:3
Scaling Mode
Stretched
Brightness
100%
Display Mode
Fullscreen
  • XANTARES plays CS2 on 1024x768 (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
Low
Model / Texture Detail
Low
Shader Detail
Low
Boost Player Contrast
Enabled
Multisampling Anti-Aliasing Mode
4x MSAA
Texture Filtering Mode
Anisotropic 4x
  • XANTARES 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
Premium
Black eQualizer
20
Color Vibrance
13
Low Blue Light
0
  • DyAc is set to Premium to reduce motion blur when spraying in CS2.
  • Black eQualizer 20 brightens dark areas without overexposing the map.
  • Color Vibrance 13 makes player models pop from the background.

Monitor Picture

PIcture Mode
Gamer 2
Brightness
70
Contrast
70
Sharpness
8
Gamma
Gamma 2
Color Temperature
Normal
AMA
High
  • Picture mode Gamer 2 is chosen to optimise CS2 visibility.
  • Brightness/contrast (70/70) 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
★ Karambit | Doppler Ruby (Factory New)

★ Karambit | Doppler Ruby (Factory New)

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

★ Specialist Gloves | Crimson Kimono (Field-Tested)

Assault Rifles
AK-47 | Fire Serpent (Field-Tested)

AK-47 | Fire Serpent (Field-Tested)

Assault Rifles
M4A1-S | Printstream (Factory New)

M4A1-S | Printstream (Factory New)

Sniper Rifles
AWP | Wildfire (Minimal Wear)

AWP | Wildfire (Minimal Wear)

Pistols
Glock-18 | Fade (Factory New)

Glock-18 | Fade (Factory New)

Pistols
USP-S | Kill Confirmed (Minimal Wear)

USP-S | Kill Confirmed (Minimal Wear)

Pistols
Desert Eagle | Blaze (Factory New)

Desert Eagle | Blaze (Factory New)

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Quick facts – XANTARES CS2 settings

  • Mouse: ZOWIE FK1-C
  • eDPI setup: 400 DPI , sens 2.3 → ~920 eDPI
  • Polling rate: 1000 Hz
  • Windows sensitivity: 6
  • Crosshair code: CSGO-3oajv-RQewF-E3Nem-UnbHy-y2DVF
  • Viewmodel: FOV 60 (1/1/-1)
  • Bob: lower 21, lat 0.33, vert 0.14

Complete summary – XANTARES CS2 settings

XANTARES currently plays for Aurora and uses ZOWIE FK1-C. Their mouse settings are 400 DPI with sensitivity 2.3 (around 920 eDPI), focusing on precision over large, fast swings.

You can copy XANTARES’s CS2 crosshair instantly by importing the code CSGO-3oajv-RQewF-E3Nem-UnbHy-y2DVF in the in-game crosshair settings.

Their viewmodel uses FOV 60 with offsets 1/1/-1, keeping the weapon visible without blocking too much of the screen.

Launch options currently used are: -noforcemaccel -noforcemspd -noforcemparms -freq 360 -novid -console -tickrate 128 -d3d9ex.

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

FAQ – XANTARES CS2 settings

What mouse does XANTARES use?

XANTARES plays CS2 with a ZOWIE FK1-C. On this page you can see the exact DPI, sensitivity and polling rate they use.

What DPI and sensitivity does XANTARES use?

XANTARES currently uses 400 DPI with in-game sensitivity 2.3 , which is around 920 eDPI.

How do I copy XANTARES’s crosshair in CS2?

Open CS2, go to the crosshair settings menu and choose the option to import a code. Paste CSGO-3oajv-RQewF-E3Nem-UnbHy-y2DVF to get the exact same crosshair as XANTARES.

Are XANTARES’s settings kept up to date?

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