What happens when a good player gets stuck on a bad team? Luiz “lz” Reche just found out. The Brazilian controller is leaving 2GAME Esports after spending two years with the squad.
The End of a Journey
lz announced he’s entering free agency as his contract with 2GAME expires. The 22-year-old controller helped the team reach their biggest dreams before watching it all fall apart in 2025.
His journey with 2GAME started at the beginning of 2024. Back then, the Brazilian team looked like a real success story. They finished third place in both Brazilian Challengers Stage 1 and Stage 2. Those strong results led to something amazing – winning Americas Ascension.
That Ascension victory meant 2GAME earned a spot in VCT Americas for 2025. For lz and his teammates, it was a dream come true. They would compete against the best teams in the world.
From Hero to Zero
The 2025 season became a nightmare for 2GAME. Everything that could go wrong did go wrong.
- Stage 1: 1-4 record
- Stage 2: 1-4 record
- Final Result: Relegation back to Challengers
Only three players stayed with the team from start to finish in 2025: lz, gobera, and silentzz. Even pryze, one of their key players, left midway through the season to join FURIA.
The team’s struggles weren’t just about wins and losses. They faced internal problems too. In March 2025, another player named zap suddenly left the team. He surprised everyone by saying he wouldn’t play for the organization anymore.
A Seasoned Professional
Before joining 2GAME, lz was what people call a “journeyman player.” He moved between several Brazilian teams including ABOMINEVE, Tuzzy E-Sports, and Supremacyy.
Each move taught him something new. By the time he joined 2GAME, he was ready to be their main controller player. His experience helped the team during their successful 2024 run.
lz played his role perfectly during the Ascension tournament. His smoke placements and map control helped 2GAME beat other teams fighting for that precious VCT spot.
The Reality of VCT Americas
Playing in VCT Americas proved much harder than Brazilian Challengers. 2GAME faced teams like G2 Esports, NRG, Cloud9, and Sentinels. These squads had more resources, better players, and years of top-level experience.
The skill gap showed in every match. lz and his teammates tried their best, but they couldn’t compete consistently. Their 1-4 records in both stages proved they weren’t ready for this level yet.
G2 Esports dominated the Americas region while 2GAME struggled at the bottom. The contrast was painful for Brazilian fans who hoped their Ascension winners could make an impact.
What Comes Next
lz becomes the first 2GAME player to officially announce his search for a new team. His two years with the organization show he can be loyal and committed. Any team looking for an experienced controller should consider him.
Four players remain on 2GAME’s roster as they prepare to return to the Challengers circuit. The organization must rebuild after their VCT Americas experiment failed.
For lz, leaving might be the best choice. He proved he can compete at high levels during the 2024 Ascension run. Another team might give him better support and teammates to succeed.
The Brazilian VALORANT scene will keep producing talented players like lz. Sometimes those players need to find the right situation to show their real potential. 2GAME gave him a chance to reach VCT Americas, but now it’s time for both sides to try something new.
Andrew "SuZki" Scola is a dedicated Valorant player who has been in the game since the Valorant beta release, achieving a peak rank of Immortal 3. With over six years of experience writing gaming content, he brings deep game knowledge and strategic insight to every article. Based in Los Angeles, California, Andrew is an active member of the SoCal Valorant community and has competed at the semi-pro level in Valorant esports. As a proud Killjoy and Raze main, he’s known for his sharp utility usage and high-impact plays—especially on his favorite maps: Haven, Breeze, and Lotus.