GamerLegion and Three Asian Teams One Loss Away From Early Exit at the Budapest Major 2025

The StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 opened with a shockwave: GamerLegion, Rare Atom, Lynn Vision, and The Huns all dropped to 0–2 on the first day of Stage 1. With elimination matches coming next, four teams are already fighting to stay alive in the first Counter-Strike 2 Major of the year.

This SEO-optimized recap breaks down what happened, why it matters, and what CS2 fans should watch next.

Four Teams Enter the 0–2 Elimination Pool

Day one ended with serious implications for Pick’Ems and predictions.
The teams now sitting at 0–2 are:

GamerLegion

Rare Atom

Lynn Vision

The Huns

One more loss for any of them means a fast, unexpected exit from the Budapest Major 2025.

These early upsets immediately became some of the biggest talking points in CS2’s competitive scene.

GamerLegion’s Rough Start: Travel Issues and Missing Players

GamerLegion entered Stage 1 as one of the most promising rosters — but their opening day collapsed quickly.

Key problems that affected their start:

The roster had not fully settled in Budapest, impacting preparation.

REZ missed the first two maps, forcing last-minute adjustments.

Their early structure fell apart, creating momentum for opponents.

For a team expected to breeze through Stage 1, this is one of the most surprising storylines of the Major so far.

Two Losses, Two Different Types of Trouble

vs. Fluxo (Nuke, 10–13)

GamerLegion’s T-side stagnated at key moments, while Fluxo played disciplined Counter-Strike. Despite hypex’s standout performance, GL couldn’t close the map.

vs. RED Canids (Train, 6–13)

A far tougher defeat. RED Canids controlled the entire match, led by rising talent venomzera, giving GamerLegion almost no room to respond or recover.

Both losses highlight different issues: shaky structure vs. slow adaptation — a dangerous combination for a team now facing elimination.

Asian Teams Hit Hard by the Swiss Format

Rare Atom, Lynn Vision, and The Huns also sit at 0–2, continuing a long-standing challenge for Asian teams in the Swiss system.

Reasons the Swiss format hits developing regions hardest:

Heavy reliance on Bo1 matches, where a single mistake can cost the game

Less room to adapt mid-tournament

Higher volatility against unfamiliar opponents

All three Asian rosters now face the same harsh reality as GamerLegion: win or go home.

Elimination Matches: No More Second Chances

The round-three elimination matches are set:

GamerLegion vs. Rare Atom

A matchup between two teams that cannot afford another slow start.

The Huns vs. Lynn Vision

Guarantees at least one Asian team will exit the Major on day two.

Both series will be Bo3, giving teams more time to stabilize — but also increasing the pressure.

Player Quotes: Pressure, Expectation, and Preparation

Swisher (NRG) on preparation struggles:

“When we were in NA, the scrims were non-existent… There’s no teams scrimming, it’s very, very hard.”

His comments reflect how uneven practice quality can be worldwide — contributing to unpredictable Major results.

VINI (Imperial) on enabling star players:

“There are a lot of strats that give him the freedom and space he needs to shine.”

This resonates with teams like GamerLegion, who struggled to activate key players under pressure.

lux (Legacy) on pressure:

“We have the pressure, but we have the confidence.”

A mindset that could make the difference in the elimination bracket.

What CS2 Fans Should Watch Next

1. Will GamerLegion recover or collapse?

Their skill ceiling is high — but another slow start ends their Budapest Major instantly.

2. Can Asian teams perform better in Bo3?

Bo3 formats usually benefit structured teams. Rare Atom, Lynn Vision, and The Huns must adapt quickly.

3. More upsets incoming?

Day one already destabilized predictions. With pressure rising, more surprise results are extremely likely.