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Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
Midway's Greatest Arcade Hits: Volume 2
Midway's Greatest Arcade Hits: Volume 2Seven classic Midway arcade games compiled for PC nostalgia lovers
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.

Relive the golden age of arcade gaming with Midway's Greatest Arcade Hits: Volume 2. This collection brings seven iconic titles—Blaster, Joust 2, Splat!, Burger Time, Spy Hunter, Rootbeer Tapper, and Moon Patrol—into a single PC package, preserving the original gameplay and charm. Enjoy authentic controls, authentic sound, and the thrill of high‑score competition, all wrapped in a convenient, modern installer. Perfect for both longtime fans and newcomers seeking a retro challenge.

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
Fans of retro arcade games
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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Midway
publisher
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Midway
age rating
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ESRB T
multiplayer
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Single-player only
General
msrp
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$19.99
release date
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2001-10-04
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
  • Authentic emulation of seven classic games
  • Customizable controls for keyboard and joystick
  • Save‑state and pause functionality
  • Unified launcher simplifies access
Cons
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
  • Limited to PC platform
  • No online multiplayer or leaderboards
  • Graphics remain low‑resolution unless upscaled manually
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
9
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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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