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Ace Combat: Assault Horizon
Ace Combat: Assault HorizonHigh‑octane aerial combat with cinematic missions and dynamic weather.
Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
Overview
Description

Ace Combat: Assault Horizon delivers fast‑paced, arcade‑style dogfighting across a globe‑spanning campaign. Players pilot a variety of modern fighter jets, executing spectacular maneuvers while battling enemy forces in diverse environments. The game features both a story‑driven single‑player mode and robust multiplayer battles, offering split‑screen, online co‑op, and competitive matches for up to 16 pilots.

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
Arcade flight combat enthusiasts
Competitive and tactical FPS players
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
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release date
2011-10-11
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Specifications
developer
Project Aces
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publisher
Namco Bandai Games
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age rating
ESRB T, PEGI 16
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multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
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critic score
82/100
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platforms
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PC
deployment
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Game
open source
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No
api available
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No
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Thrilling, fast‑paced aerial combat
  • Diverse mission design with varied objectives
  • Robust multiplayer options including split‑screen
  • Cinematic replay system for sharing moments
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
Cons
  • Arcade flight model may not satisfy hardcore simulators
  • Limited aircraft customization compared to some rivals
  • Online matchmaking can be inconsistent on older consoles
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
0
9
User rating
Not enough data
4.5 (4)

What reviewers say

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Counter-Strike 2 Reviews

4.5 (4)
Verified User

So much fun

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

Verified User

So much fun

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

Verified User

Recommend Counter-Strike 2

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

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