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Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
Dead Rising 2
Dead Rising 2Survive a zombie outbreak with insane weapons and time‑limited challenges.
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.

In Dead Rising 2, players step into the shoes of Chuck Greene, a survivor fighting to save his infected daughter in the chaotic city of Fortune Valley. The game blends fast‑paced hack‑and‑slash combat with a sandbox environment, letting you scavenge, craft, and unleash over‑the‑top weapons on endless hordes of the undead. The experience is amplified by a 72‑hour in‑game timer, co‑op multiplayer, and a variety of side missions that reward creativity and strategic planning, making each playthrough a unique survival spectacle.

Pricing
Free-to-Play

Free-to-play; monetized via cosmetic skins.

Paid (One-time)
Category
First-Person Shooters
Hack & Slash
Best for
Competitive and tactical FPS players
Zombie‑apocalypse 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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Blue Castle Games, Capcom
publisher
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Capcom
age rating
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PEGI 18, ESRB M
multiplayer
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Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
critic score
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81/100
General
msrp
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$59.99
release date
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2010-09-24
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
  • Massive variety of craftable weapons
  • Engaging co‑op multiplayer
  • Open‑world freedom and exploration
  • Strong replay value with timed missions
Cons
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
  • Repetitive zombie AI after extended play
  • Occasional performance drops on older hardware
  • Limited narrative depth compared to newer titles
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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