XANTARES: CS2 player profile
Team: Aurora. XANTARES is not in the final line-up of any Major in our Esports history records.
Quick facts
| Nickname | XANTARES |
|---|---|
| Real name | Ismailcan Dörtkardeş |
| Country | Turkey |
| Born | 1995 |
| Role | rifler |
| Team | Aurora |
| Major titles (tracked) | 0 |
Team taken from Strafe's July 2026 tracker; birth year from memory; achievements limited because unverified.
About XANTARES
Ismailcan Dörtkardeş, known as XANTARES, is a Turkish rifler who has been the leading figure of Turkish Counter-Strike for much of the last decade. He first drew attention with Space Soldiers and later moved through international lineups before becoming the star of Eternal Fire, where he was often the standout player and the face of the roster. He is known for dynamic aiming, fearless entries and a strong clutch record, which made him a regular on top-player lists in his best years. His team results were strong, and he represents the high point of Turkish CS in an international sense. A July 2026 roster tracker lists him with Aurora, which is the team confirmed here. He remains one of the most recognisable players from the region and a standard reference for how a rifler can carry a team.
Major results
All Majors →XANTARES is not in the final line-up of any Major in our Esports history records. See every Major, with line-ups and results, in Esports history.
Career highlights
| Year | Event | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Several top-tier appearances with Eternal Fire | Core player |
Previous teams
Eternal Fire, Dignitas, Space Soldiers.
Facts about XANTARES
- Turkish rifler, widely seen as the top player in his region.
- Previously played for Eternal Fire.
- Listed with Aurora in a July 2026 roster tracker.
- Known for aggressive entries and clutch play.
Where to watch XANTARES
Follow Aurora on the team page and open the live CS2 streams when a tournament is on air. The Tournaments page lists upcoming CS2 events, and our Esports history tells the story of every Major so far. To train like a pro, read the CS2 practice commands guide or join a CS2 community server.
FAQ
Who is XANTARES?
XANTARES (Ismailcan Dörtkardeş) is a Turkey Counter-Strike professional, rifler, born in 1995. Current status: Aurora.
What team does XANTARES play for?
XANTARES is listed with Aurora. Team taken from Strafe's July 2026 tracker; birth year from memory; achievements limited because unverified. Rosters change often, so check the team page and the latest tournament line-up.
Has XANTARES won a CS Major?
Not according to the Major winners we track.
What is XANTARES's role?
XANTARES is usually described as a rifler. Ismailcan Dörtkardeş, known as XANTARES, is a Turkish rifler who has been the leading figure of Turkish Counter-Strike for much of the last decade. He first drew attention with Space Soldiers and later moved through international lineups before becoming the star of Eternal Fire, where he was often the standout player and the face of the roster.
Sources
Facts on this page are paraphrased from public sources, checked in October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us on the About page and we will fix it.
- strafe.com/news/read/cs2-roster-moves-tracker-summer-2026/
- liquipedia.net/counterstrike/Xantares
- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/XANTARES
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