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Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
Hidden & Dangerous
Hidden & DangerousWorld War II tactical shooter blending stealth and strategy
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.

Hidden & Dangerous puts you in command of an elite squad of Allied commandos during World War II. Lead covert missions across Europe, using stealth, planning, and firepower to outwit the enemy. The game offers both single‑player campaigns and multiplayer modes, letting you coordinate tactics with friends or AI teammates in a historically inspired setting.

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 tactical WWII shooters
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
Specifications
platforms
PC
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
developer
Tarantula Studios, Illusion Softworks
publisher
Global Star Software, TalonSoft, Take-Two Interactive, Gathering of Developers
age rating
ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
General
release date
1999-07-29
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
  • Deep squad‑level tactics
  • Authentic WWII setting
  • Robust multiplayer options
  • Varied mission design
Cons
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
  • Clunky controls on some missions
  • Steep learning curve for new players
  • Limited AI friendliness in solo mode
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
9
0
User rating
4.5 (4)
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What reviewers say

Counter-Strike 2 Reviews

4.5 (4)
Anonymous

So much fun

Counter-Strike 2 has been my go-to lately. Pure skill-based gunplay. One gripe: steep learning curve. Would recommend.

Anonymous

So much fun

Sunk way too many hours into Counter-Strike 2. Pure skill-based gunplay. No real complaints. Would recommend.

Anonymous

Recommend Counter-Strike 2

Been playing Counter-Strike 2 with friends. Huge esports scene. No real complaints. Would recommend.

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