Counter-Strike 2 vs Elden Ring
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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.
Elden Ring is a challenging open-world action RPG that brings FromSoftware’s punishing combat into a vast, explorable land conceived with George R. R. Martin. It rewards curiosity and mastery with deep build variety and cryptic, atmospheric storytelling.
Free-to-play; monetized via cosmetic skins.
Around $59.99; Shadow of the Erdtree expansion sold separately.
- Pure skill-based gunplay
- Free to play
- Huge esports scene
- Timeless 5v5 formula
- Massive, rewarding open world
- Incredible boss design
- Huge build freedom
- High replay value
- Steep learning curve
- Cheating in some ranks
- Toxic matchmaking at times
- Very difficult, steep learning curve
- Little hand-holding
- Performance issues at launch on some platforms
What reviewers say
Counter-Strike 2 Reviews
4.5 (4)So much fun
Counter-Strike 2 has been my go-to lately. Pure skill-based gunplay. One gripe: steep learning curve. Would recommend.
So much fun
Sunk way too many hours into Counter-Strike 2. Pure skill-based gunplay. No real complaints. Would recommend.
Recommend Counter-Strike 2
Been playing Counter-Strike 2 with friends. Huge esports scene. No real complaints. Would recommend.
Elden Ring Reviews
4.0 (2)Love it
Sunk way too many hours into Elden Ring. Massive, rewarding open world. No real complaints. Would recommend.
Fun with caveats
Picked up Elden Ring recently. Upside: high replay value. Downside: very difficult, steep learning curve.
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