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Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
Dogfight 1942: Fire over Africa
Dogfight 1942: Fire over AfricaSoar the African skies and battle Rommel’s forces in WWII dogfights
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.

Take to the skies over the scorching deserts of North Africa as Britain’s top pilot. Repel the Axis threat, clash over Tobruk and fight in the historic Battle of El Alamein with period‑accurate aircraft and heavy cannons. Experience a focused single‑player campaign that blends arcade action with a gritty WWII setting, delivering fast‑paced aerial combat against the infamous General Rommel’s forces.

Pricing
Free-to-Play

Free-to-play; monetized via cosmetic skins.

Paid (One-time)
Category
First-Person Shooters
Action & Shooter
Best for
Competitive and tactical FPS players
WWII enthusiasts and arcade flight 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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City Interactive
publisher
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CI Games
age rating
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PEGI 16
multiplayer
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Single player
General
msrp
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$19.99
release date
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2012-10-05
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
  • Authentic WWII setting
  • Focused single‑player storyline
  • Responsive arcade controls
  • Varied desert weather effects
Cons
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
  • Limited to single‑player only
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • AI can become predictable after repeated 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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