Esports Fans Gear Up for CS2 StarLadder Budapest Major 2025

As of November 14, 2025, the highly anticipated CS2 StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 is just around the corner, and the annual Pick'Em challenge has gone live in the game. The Pick'Em allows players to predict the teams that will advance or get eliminated during the Major, with the chance to earn a bronze, silver, gold, or even the elusive diamond coin.

According to the article, securing the diamond coin is an extremely rare feat, with less than 1% of players managing to unlock it during the previous Austin Major. However, the experts believe that the Budapest Major could be clearer, making the diamond coin more attainable.

For the Stage 1 Pick'Ems, the experts have shared their predictions to help players earn at least the silver coin, which requires a minimum of five correct picks. They believe that Legacy is most likely to qualify for the next round without losing any matches, thanks to their impressive performance in the second half of 2025. FaZe Clan, despite a disappointing year so far, is expected to have an easy time against their Stage 1 opponents.

As the tournament progresses, the experts will continue to provide their insights for the subsequent stages, helping esports fans navigate the Pick'Em challenge and potentially secure the coveted diamond coin.