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Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
MDK
MDKA wild, sci‑fi shooter that blends humor with high‑octane platform action
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.

MDK thrusts players into a chaotic future where you pilot a giant robot to stop an alien invasion, mixing fast‑paced shooting with inventive platforming puzzles. Its tongue‑in‑cheek humor and vibrant sci‑fi visuals set it apart as a cult classic of the late‑90s era.

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 classic action‑platform shooters
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
Specifications
platforms
PC
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
developer
Shiny Entertainment
publisher
Playmates Interactive Entertainment, Interplay Entertainment
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player
critic score
85/100
General
msrp
$49.99
release date
1997-01-01
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
  • Fast‑paced action
  • Creative level design
  • Memorable humor
  • Iconic boss fights
Cons
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
  • Dated graphics by today’s standards
  • Limited replayability after completion
  • Occasional control stiffness
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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