Shox
French professional Counter-Strike: Global Offensive player
About Shox
Born 1992. Shox is a French professional gamer.
Richard Papillon (born 27 May 1992), better known as shox, is a French professional Counter-Strike player. He is considered one of the greatest players in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive history, known for his high skill and longevity in the scene, and featured in HLTV's Top 20 Players list from 2013 to 2016. He has won over a dozen international tournaments, as well as one Major Championship: DreamHack Winter 2014. His handle referenced a model of Nike shoes that were popular at the time. but made his name in Counter-Strike: Source with French squads that dominated the game. Shox was a part of the VeryGames team that won ESWC 2011, his first Major.
In 2021 he joined a non-French team for the first time, signing with Team Liquid. Just six months later, he was moved to the bench after disappointing results. He then signed with a Norwegian organization, Apeks, in August 2022.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Shox?
French professional Counter-Strike: Global Offensive player
When was Shox born?
Shox was born on 26 May 1992.
What is Shox's occupation?
Shox is a professional gamer.
What nationality is Shox?
Shox is French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Shox. https://biography.guide/shox/
MLA: "Shox." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/shox/.
Chicago: "Shox." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/shox/.
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