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Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
El Matador
El MatadorTake down a South American drug cartel as a DEA elite agent
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.

Step into the shoes of Victor Corbet, a hardened DEA special agent, and hunt the rising La Valedora cartel across Colombia. In this gritty, action‑filled shooter, you’ll locate encampments, infiltrate headquarters, and confront the drug barons in intense, single‑winner battles. The game blends thriller storytelling with tactical combat, delivering a high‑stakes experience where every decision can mean life or death. Face corrupt officials, navigate dangerous urban environments, and bring ultimate justice in a fight against organized crime.

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
Fans of gritty tactical shooters
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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Plastic Reality Technologies
publisher
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Cenega Publishing, Ascaron Entertainment ltd., 1C Company
age rating
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ESRB M, PEGI 16
multiplayer
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Single player
critic score
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47/100
General
release date
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2006-09-25
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
  • Intense, story‑rich single‑player campaign
  • Authentic DEA weaponry and tactics
  • Atmospheric Colombian settings
  • Strategic boss encounters
Cons
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
  • Outdated graphics by modern standards
  • Limited replayability after main story
  • AI 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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