Player Information
Name
Aran Groesbeek
Nationality
South Africa
Born
02.12.1998
Status
Active
Role
AWPer
Team
Approx. Total Winnings
$158,339
Mouse Settings
Mouse
VAXEE OUTSET AX
eDPI
1000
DPI
400
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Sensitivity Zoom
2.5
Raw Input
On
Hardware
Mouse
VAXEE OUTSET AX
Mousepad
SteelSeries QcK+
Keyboard
Drop ALT
Headset
Sennheiser GSP 600
Monitor Settings
Refresh Rate
240 Hz
Scaling
Stretched
Crosshair Settings
Style
-
Size
-
Thickness
-
Gap
-
Color
-
Outline
-
Biography
Aran “Sonic” Groesbeek (born December 2, 1998) is a South African professional Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) player and former Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) competitor. Widely regarded as one of South Africa’s most prominent esports talents, Sonic currently competes at the highest level internationally, representing the organisation NRG Esports. Known for his sharp rifle mechanics, aggressive entry style and leadership on and off the map, Sonic has become a key figure in South African Counter-Strike history.
Early Career
Sonic began his professional journey in August 2016 when he joined the South African squad Bravado Gaming, marking his entry into the competitive CS:GO scene. With Bravado, he earned attention regionally and gained valuable experience in all-Africa events and online qualifiers. Over time, his performances elevated him beyond the regional circuit to North American competition.
Rise to International Competition
Following his South African success, Sonic made the transition to more competitive international environments. He featured for rosters such as Complexity Gaming and later signed with NRG Esports, where he continues his career in CS2. With over USD 150,000 in career prize earnings, Sonic holds one of the highest earnings totals among South African professional Counter-Strike players. His move from regional to global competition underscores his adaptability and commitment to growth in the evolving CS2 ecosystem.
Playstyle and Strengths
Sonic is recognized for his aggressive rifling, strong awareness in trade-scenarios and reliable entry performance on T-side. On CT-side, he brings disciplined positioning, sharp crosshair placement and effective utility usage. His experience in both CS:GO and CS2 allows him to adjust to shifting metas, map pools and team tactics — traits that make him a development leader for younger players on his roster and a strategic asset in high-level matches.
Achievements & Career Highlights
Surpassed USD 100,000 in career tournament prize money earnings, becoming the second-highest-earning South African Counter-Strike professional.
Numerous top-finishes in international CS:GO and CS2 tournaments, contributing to his roster’s success in qualifiers and major events.
Provided crucial performances for the South African scene, helping raise the global profile of African Counter-Strike talent.
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