Ahead of the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025, one of North America’s most influential players, Peter “stanislaw” Jarguz, shared his thoughts on the state of the NA scene, the development of Wildcard, and the new generation of players. In a candid interview with BLAST, the veteran spoke openly about the challenges his team has faced throughout the year, his personal motivation, and the role experience plays in modern CS2.
Key Comments from Stanislaw
On Wildcard’s current form and their 2025 performances:
“The year started off a lot better than it currently is. We won the online Frost & Fire tournament and I felt like we were progressing well. But at our two most important events — Katowice and Bucharest — we came really close to reaching our goals, but lost by just a few rounds. If those rounds had gone our way, I wouldn’t be feeling the way I do now.”
Stanislaw admits the year began with promise — capped by a win at Frost & Fire. However, Wildcard’s performances at premier events like Katowice and Bucharest exposed some team weaknesses: they were just a few rounds away from playoffs but failed to close things out. These losses, while painful, served as valuable lessons.
On NA scene struggles and life in Europe:
“We’ve spent more time in Europe, so we’ve just had to adapt to the current CS landscape. The scene is mainly based in Europe, so the three of us from NA are living most of the time at our headquarters in Poland.”
According to Wildcard’s IGL, North American players must come to terms with reality: success requires living and practicing in Europe. Stanislaw acknowledges the emotional and physical toll this brings, but insists it’s the only way to survive in modern professional CS.
On the new generation of players:
“Maybe it’s the TikTok generation, but I feel like the new generation has a harder time learning. Their attention span is shorter. Back in the day, we could spend hours on theory — now you have to break everything down into segments.”
He bluntly states that today’s young players are less attentive, struggle to absorb information, and have shorter attention spans. In the past, players would sit through long theory sessions — now, everything has to be simplified, like TikTok clips. The real issue isn’t mechanics, he says, but mentality.
On memories and expectations for the home Major:
“I’ve always loved playing in front of the home crowd. One of my favorite memories is ESL New York, when we beat Astralis with EG. The atmosphere was incredible. I want to feel that again. But first we need to make playoffs.”
Stanislaw fondly recalls beating Astralis at ESL New York and hopes to recreate those emotions in Austin in front of a home crowd. But he knows the team must earn their spot in the playoffs first.
Constructive Criticism Without Despair: How Stanislaw Sees NA’s Future
This is one of the most honest interviews we’ve seen from a player who has witnessed both the rise and fall of the NA scene. Stanislaw doesn’t sugarcoat anything — he speaks openly about burnout, instability, generational issues, and even poor decisions, like the short stint with Stewie2k. Yet, he never loses hope.
His views are balanced: he understands the value of experience, but doesn’t shy away from holding young players accountable. Interestingly, even when being critical, he doesn’t come off as pessimistic — rather, as a mentor who wants change.
Austin Major: A Chance and a Mirror
Stanislaw is a voice of reason in today’s North American CS scene. His experience, honesty, and understanding of the meta make him a key figure in shaping the region’s future. If the younger players are truly willing to listen, there’s still hope. But today, it’s not just about talent — it’s about being willing to learn, to sacrifice, and to adapt to a new reality. The Austin Major may be a golden opportunity for Wildcard — and a reflection of the NA scene as a whole.
Source: blast.tv
