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Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
Dead Man's Hand
Dead Man's HandShoot, poker, and physics‑based chaos in a gritty western shooter
Overview
Description

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.

The game rewards creative kills—shooting bottles, cans, or triggering falling rocks fills a trick‑shot meter that unlocks powerful secondary fire modes. With single‑player, multiplayer, and co‑operative modes, you can experience the chaotic western combat solo or with friends.

Pricing
Free-to-Play

Free-to-play; monetized via cosmetic skins.

Paid (One-time)
Category
First-Person Shooters
Third-Person Shooters
Best for
Competitive and tactical FPS players
Action shooter fans
Specifications
Specifications
platforms
PC
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deployment
Game
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open source
No
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api available
No
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developer
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Human Head Studios
publisher
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Atari, Inc.
age rating
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ESRB T
multiplayer
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Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
critic score
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60/100
General
msrp
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$19.99
release date
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2004-03-02
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
  • Unique poker mechanic adds strategic depth
  • Physics‑based combat encourages creative play
  • Variety of weapons and explosive items
  • Supports single‑player, multiplayer, and co‑op modes
Cons
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Trick‑shot meter can feel grindy for casual players
  • Multiplayer matchmaking can be inconsistent
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
9
0
User rating
4.5 (4)
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What reviewers say

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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