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Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
Def Jam: Icon
Def Jam: IconFight to the beat in a hip‑hop street brawl.
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.

Def Jam: Icon blends fighting action with hip‑hop music, letting players battle in rhythm‑driven street venues. Players assume celebrity personas like Ludacris, T.I., and Big Boi, using music‑influenced moves to dominate opponents. The game’s unique controls sync combat with the beat, turning each fight into a performance. Set in gritty urban locations, environmental hazards and soundtrack choices shape strategy, delivering a stylish, rhythm‑centric brawler experience.

Pricing
Free-to-Play

Free-to-play; monetized via cosmetic skins.

Paid (One-time)
Category
First-Person Shooters
Fighting Games
Best for
Competitive and tactical FPS players
Fans of hip‑hop fighting games
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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Def Jam, EA Chicago
publisher
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Electronic Arts
age rating
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ESRB M
multiplayer
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Single player
critic score
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68/100
General
msrp
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$59.99
release date
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2007-03-06
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
  • Innovative rhythm‑based combat system
  • Authentic celebrity roster
  • Dynamic music integration
  • Engaging urban environments
Cons
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
  • Limited multiplayer options
  • Occasional control latency on older consoles
  • Soundtrack may feel repetitive after long play
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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