Profile ranks in Counter-Strike offer players a progression system through experience points (XP) earned on official servers. This feature, introduced in CS:GO's Operation Bloodhound update (May 26, 2015), continues in Counter-Strike 2.

How XP Works

Players earn XP through:

• Regular gameplay performance
• Weekly bonus XP (5,000 XP pool)
• Overwatch case reviews (195 XP per correct verdict)
• Mission completions (varies by difficulty)

Weekly XP Bonus Structure:

• First 3,500 XP: 3x multiplier
• Remaining 1,500 XP: Decreasing multiplier from 3x to 1x
• Total weekly bonus cap: 5,000 XP

XP Penalties and Boosts:

• XP penalties apply when earning too much XP in one week
• New players receive XP boosts during Recruit and Private ranks
• XP Overload system rewards consistent play with upgraded icons

Service Medals

• Available upon reaching rank 40
• Clicking "Get Service Medal" resets rank
• Medals can be upgraded by reaching rank 40 multiple times
• New medal designs released yearly
• Competitive matchmaking requires Private Rank 2
• Service medal holders bypass the Private Rank 2 requirement

Mission XP Rewards:

• Easy missions: 200 XP
• Normal missions: 300 XP
• Hard missions: 400 XP
• Bonus XP available for specific achievements
• Weekly bonus XP applies to mission rewards
• Missions only award XP on first completion

The system encourages regular play while maintaining balanced progression through weekly XP limits and bonuses, making it an engaging long-term feature for dedicated players.

Note: All ranks and XP values mentioned are accurate as of 2024.

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