Premier

Definition

Premier is the name of CS2's headline ranked mode (introduced in 2023), using map vetoes, a numeric Glicko-2-style rating, and visible rating changes after each match. Premier replaced CS:GO's Competitive in cultural prominence — it is where the serious ranked grind happens. The mode also influences related Riot/Valve discussions of new ranked formats.

Example

"My CS2 Premier rating crossed 18000 — feels like a milestone." The player reached a notable rating threshold.

Related terms

• CS2
• rank
• MMR
• Glicko-2