Astralis has built a strong brand identity focused on professionalism, performance, and player well-being. The organization has also entered into various high-profile partnerships, including sponsorships with brands like Audi and Logitech, cementing its reputation as a premier esports entity.

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Introduction

Founded in 2016, Astralis is a professional esports organization based in Denmark. The organization is best known for its Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) team, which has been one of the most successful in the history of the game. Although Astralis initially gained prominence in the CS:GO scene, they have expanded to feature teams in other titles like FIFA and League of Legends.

Founding and Ownership

The organization was founded by Frederik Byskov, Jakob Lund Kristensen, and players from the former Team SoloMid and Questionmark line-ups. What sets Astralis apart is its player-centric approach, which was institutionalized through its ownership model that includes the players as stakeholders.

Competitive Achievements

Astralis has an illustrious history, especially in CS:GO, where the team has won multiple Major Championships including the ELEAGUE Major 2017, FACEIT Major 2018, IEM Katowice 2019, and StarLadder Major 2019. They've also been dominant in other premier tournaments, establishing themselves as one of the greatest CS:GO teams of all time.