Season 2 is LIVE, open to all eligible EU players. Sign up and play for free!A new era of Counter-Strike
Renown is built by dedicated CS players to deliver the ultimate competitive experience. Enjoy matches free of cheaters and toxicity, exclusively for players who pass our review process.
Join for freeCo-created with industry leaders:
Cheater-free by design
Renown’s anti-cheat system is built to keep matches fair and free from cheaters, all while respecting your privacy.
Pre-vetted invites: Verified match history through Leetify
Privacy-first approach: No download is required
Advanced AI: Deeper demo analysis with machine learning
Data partner:
Not just anyone gets in
Renown is built for players who care about clean, high-level Counter-Strike. Every member goes through a review process to keep games competitive and fair.
Verified match history: Active players vetted through Leetify
No smurfing: One invite per player, no duplicate accounts
Built for passion: A home for players who truly care about the game
Data partner:
AI-powered. Human-backed.
Moderation at Renown isn’t just about catching the bad – it’s about building the best community experience you’ve ever had.
Context-aware AI: GGWP analyzes tone, text, and voice for accurate moderation
Human co-pilots: Every report is backed by human oversight for fairness
Reputation score: The AI tracks both positive and negative interactions to promote better behavior
Data partner: 
Your new Counter-Strike home
Elo. Perfected.
Leetify-imported ranks paired with an advanced ELO system to ensure balanced, inflation-free rankings.
Fast, simple matchmaking
Skip the fluff: start quickly, veto maps democratically, and get straight into the game.
Leetify-powered stats
Automated reports and Leetify ratings delivered immediately after each game.
DatHost servers
Global server locations optimized for low ping and trusted in CS major qualifiers.
Automatic skin drops
Automatic, randomized skin drops sent straight to your Steam account – no points or waiting required.
Premium
Open API
Free demo downloads and unlimited access to build your own tools, forever.
Coming later 2025
Want to learn more? Here's our Q&A
Why was Renown created?
Renown was created to address three critical challenges facing the Counter-Strike ecosystem, the game we deeply love and have played for over two decades:
- A healthier community focus
The Counter-Strike ecosystem has struggled under third-party platforms that prioritize monopolizing the market over delivering real value to the community. We're here to build a community-focused platform that genuinely cares about the players and the game's future. - Fighting cheaters effectively
Cheating has become a rampant issue, ruining the experience for countless players. Renown takes on the responsibility of tackling this problem with innovative, proprietary anti-cheat solutions. - Reducing toxicity in competitive matches
Toxicity has become a growing problem in competitive gaming. Through both human and AI moderation, we aim to make every match a positive and enjoyable experience.
Who are the people behind Renown?
Renown is built and owned in Sweden, founded by some of the passionate Counter-Strike players behind Leetify and DatHost.
We've chosen not to take on venture capital to maintain full control over the platform's future. This ensures our focus stays firmly on creating a positive impact in the CS space – without being pressured by external investors or forced into decisions that don't align with the best interests of players.
We've chosen not to take on venture capital to maintain full control over the platform's future. This ensures our focus stays firmly on creating a positive impact in the CS space – without being pressured by external investors or forced into decisions that don't align with the best interests of players.
When will Renown launch in more regions?
We're starting in Europe and will expand to include more players over time. Additional regions may follow in 2025, depending on the interest shown by player sign-ups.
If you'd like to see Renown in your region, help spread the word! The more players who sign up, the better we can understand where the demand is strongest.
If you'd like to see Renown in your region, help spread the word! The more players who sign up, the better we can understand where the demand is strongest.
Will Renown expand to games other than Counter-Strike?
No.
By choosing not to take on venture capital, we've ensured that no outside influences can dilute our focus. Renown's sole focus is – and will remain – on Counter-Strike, allowing us to dedicate all our resources to making it the best possible experience.
By choosing not to take on venture capital, we've ensured that no outside influences can dilute our focus. Renown's sole focus is – and will remain – on Counter-Strike, allowing us to dedicate all our resources to making it the best possible experience.
How can I stay updated on Renown's development?
Discord
Stay connected and help shape the future of Renown by joining our Discord server to share your thoughts and ideas.
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Follow us on Twitter/X for updates on development, announcements, and career opportunities. Let's build the best Counter-Strike experience together!
Stay connected and help shape the future of Renown by joining our Discord server to share your thoughts and ideas.
Twitter/X
Follow us on Twitter/X for updates on development, announcements, and career opportunities. Let's build the best Counter-Strike experience together!