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Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
Orcs Must Die!
Orcs Must Die!Defend your fortress with traps and guns in fast‑paced third‑person 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.

Orcs Must Die! is a hybrid tower‑defense and third‑person shooter where players set traps, wield weapons, and directly fight waves of orcish enemies. Developed by Robot Entertainment, the game blends strategic planning with intense action from a behind‑the‑back perspective. Released in October 2011 for PC and Xbox 360, the title offers a single‑player campaign that challenges players to protect magical rifts using a variety of upgradeable traps and combat abilities, all wrapped in a polished indie aesthetic.

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 action‑packed tower defense
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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Robot Entertainment
publisher
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Microsoft Studios
age rating
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ESRB T
multiplayer
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Single player
critic score
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86/100
General
msrp
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$39.99
release date
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2011-10-05
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
  • Engaging blend of action and strategy.
  • Deep trap customization and upgrades.
  • Responsive third‑person combat.
  • Strong replayability with multiple difficulty tiers.
Cons
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
  • Limited to single‑player mode.
  • No native co‑op or multiplayer support.
  • Graphics are dated compared to modern releases.
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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