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Abuse
AbuseA gritty sci‑fi shooter that lets you crawl through walls and blast demons
Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
Overview
Description

Abuse is a classic 1996 side‑scrolling shooter that blends fast‑paced action with horror‑filled sci‑fi environments. Players control a lone survivor equipped with a powerful gun that can phase through walls, creating a unique tactical experience. The game offers both single‑player and multiplayer modes, delivering intense survival challenges across Linux, PC, iOS, and Mac platforms. Its retro graphics and atmospheric sound design have earned it a lasting cult following.

Counter-Strike 2 is the free-to-play successor to CS:GO, a tactical 5v5 shooter defined by precise gunplay, economy management, and deep competitive play built on the new Source 2 engine.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Free-to-Play

Free-to-play; monetized via cosmetic skins.

Category
Action & Shooter
First-Person Shooters
Best for
Retro shooter enthusiasts
Competitive and tactical FPS players
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
General
msrp
$19.99
release date
1996-02-29
Specifications
developer
Exakt Entertainment, Crack dot Com
publisher
Alive Mediasoft, Exakt Entertainment, Bungie, Electronic Arts, Origin Systems
age rating
ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
86/100
platforms
PC
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Innovative wall‑phasing mechanic
  • Strong co‑op multiplayer options
  • Atmospheric retro graphics and sound
  • Cross‑platform availability
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
Cons
  • Controls feel dated by modern standards
  • Limited enemy AI variety
  • Sparse documentation for the level editor
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
0
9
User rating
Not enough data
4.5 (4)

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Counter-Strike 2 Reviews

4.5 (4)
Anonymous

So much fun

Counter-Strike 2 has been my go-to lately. Pure skill-based gunplay. One gripe: steep learning curve. Would recommend.

Anonymous

So much fun

Sunk way too many hours into Counter-Strike 2. Pure skill-based gunplay. No real complaints. Would recommend.

Anonymous

Recommend Counter-Strike 2

Been playing Counter-Strike 2 with friends. Huge esports scene. No real complaints. Would recommend.

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