100 Thieves Executive Takes Responsibility for dev1ce’s Poor CS2 Major Performance

A senior representative of 100 Thieves has publicly taken the blame for Nicolai “dev1ce” Reedtz’s disappointing performance at the StarLadder Budapest CS2 Major, stating that his own involvement may have negatively affected the Danish star during the tournament.

100 Thieves on dev1ce’s Major Struggles

Sean “seang@res” Gares, Head of FPS at 100 Thieves, commented on dev1ce’s form during a recent club podcast. According to Gares, frequent communication between him and the player during the Major may have created additional pressure and distractions at a crucial moment of the competition.

“I talked to him a lot. Maybe I was one of the main reasons he didn’t show up at the Major. He was very busy. I’ll take the blame for that,”
— Sean “seang@res” Gares

Gares also emphasized that the situation around dev1ce and Astralis was more complex than raw statistics suggest, noting that internal and mental factors played a significant role in the team’s inability to compete for top placements.

dev1ce’s Performance at the StarLadder Budapest Major

At the Budapest Major, dev1ce competed with Astralis, who were eliminated before the playoff stage. The team finished outside the top 16, while dev1ce recorded a 0.93 HLTV rating, significantly below his career average and expectations for a four-time Major champion.

This event marked one of the weakest Major performances in dev1ce’s career, prompting discussion across the CS2 community about his current form and long-term prospects at the tier-one level.

Transition to 100 Thieves’ CS2 Project

Shortly after the Major, dev1ce officially joined 100 Thieves’ CS2 roster, beginning a new chapter in his career. In his first public comments following the move, dev1ce stated that he was fully committed to working hard and proving himself through results on the server.

Gares echoed this confidence, highlighting dev1ce’s professionalism, practice habits, and motivation:

“I have no doubts he can return to his previous level.”

Community Reaction and Related News

The announcement sparked mixed reactions within the CS2 scene:

Some analysts expressed optimism, viewing the move as a chance for dev1ce to reset in a new environment.

Others questioned whether the roster represents a long-term tier-one contender, describing it as a lineup built around established names rather than rising talent.

Despite the skepticism, the dev1ce transfer remains one of the most high-profile roster moves in early CS2 history.

Conclusion

The statement from 100 Thieves’ management stands out for its transparency. Instead of deflecting criticism, seang@res openly accepted responsibility for dev1ce’s underwhelming Major showing, while maintaining confidence in the player’s future.

With a new team, a fresh start in CS2, and strong backing from management, dev1ce now faces one of the most important comeback attempts of his legendary career.