Party Astronauts Add Austin, Kmrn To CS2 Roster

Party Astronauts have officially announced the addition of Austin “Austin” Meadows and Kamron “kmrn” Manii to their Counter-Strike 2 roster, making strategic moves in response to recent team changes.

Team Dynamics and Restructuring

The North American duo fills the gaps left by Matthew “d4rty” Paplawskas and Oleksandr “xsany” Bubnov, who recently parted ways with the organization. This roster shuffle signifies Party Astronauts’ commitment to revitalizing their competitive edge following a challenging few months.

“During shuffle season, d4rty has informed us he will be joining BOSS, and we’ve also chosen to release xsany. We thank both for their dedication and wish them success in their future endeavors,” stated the team. “We are excited to welcome our new members @austincsgo_ and @kmrn_cs! Let’s see what damage we can do!” — Party Astronauts 👨‍🚀🚀 (@Partynauts_GG) June 8, 2025.

Recent Performance and Future Prospects

Austin and kmrn step in as the first reinforcements since Party Astronauts unveiled their CS2 lineup in March, which included Ben “ben1337” Smith, Diego “sacrifice” Camacho, d4rty, and the Ukrainian duo Bogdan “ogwizard” Savula and xsany. Unfortunately, this American-Ukrainian mix has struggled to make an impact, failing to secure victories in the last three months and facing setbacks in major event qualifiers. Recent performances included a fifth-sixth place finish at the NA Revival Series #6 and a seventh-eighth place exit in ESL Challenger League Season 49 North America.

Player Profiles: Experience Meets Potential

Austin, the more seasoned player of the duo, began his professional journey with Cyberstorm in 2021. Over the past four years, he’s navigated through various North American teams, competing in regional tournaments, yet has not lifted a trophy since his victory at ESEA Season 48: Main Division – North America with WICKED in March 2024.

On the other hand, kmrn arrives from Akimbo Esports, where he established a presence in several minor events over the previous year. Despite his potential, kmrn has yet to deliver notable performances, averaging a 0.97 rating during his eleven months with Akimbo Esports.

Upcoming Challenges and Opportunities

The newly formed roster will have their first test on Wednesday, June 11, when they face off against Girls Kissers in the opening round of Dust2.us Eagle Masters Series #2. This matchup will be crucial as Party Astronauts aim to recalibrate their performance and build momentum in the competitive landscape of Counter-Strike 2.

By fortifying their roster with these strategic signings, Party Astronauts are poised to harness the unique strengths of Austin and kmrn, potentially turning their fortunes around in the fast-evolving world of esports.