The sale of StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 capsules in Counter-Strike 2 lasted 124 days, making it one of the longest sales periods in the game’s history. Despite this, the event fell just short of setting an absolute record among Major capsules.
Sales duration
Major tournament capsules have traditionally been one of the main sources of revenue for both teams and Valve. During their sale period, organizations receive a significant share of income from the Counter-Strike scene.
The duration of capsule sales directly impacts total revenue — the longer they remain available, the more opportunities players have to purchase them. That is why each Major is not only an esports event but also an economic instrument for the entire ecosystem.
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How long the sale lasted
The StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 capsules were available for just over four months — 124 days.
This is one of the longest periods among all Majors, although it fell short of the absolute record by about three weeks. This result shows that Valve continues to experiment with sales duration, trying to find the optimal balance between player interest and the game’s economy.
Comparison with other Majors
Compared to other tournaments, the Budapest Major delivered one of the best results in terms of sales duration.
Among recent Majors, the situation looks as follows:
- Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 — 143 days (record)
- PGL Major Copenhagen 2024 — 111 days
- BLAST Austin Major 2025 — 49 days
Thus, the Budapest Major confidently ranks among the longest in terms of sales duration, уступаючи only the Shanghai Major.
What this means for the scene
The long sales period indicates steady demand for cosmetic items in Counter-Strike 2.
For teams, this means additional financial resources that can be used for roster development, infrastructure, and tournament participation. For Valve, it serves as an indicator that the monetization model remains effective even in the new version of the game.
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Budapest Major result
The StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 capsules were on sale for 124 days, making them among the longest-lasting in Counter-Strike history. Although the Shanghai Major record remains unbeaten, the Budapest Major result confirms consistent player interest in Major content and the effectiveness of Valve’s economic model.
