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Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
Prisoner of War
Prisoner of WarStealth escape adventure in WWII POW camps.
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.

Step into the shoes of Captain Lewis Stone, an American pilot trapped in a Nazi prison camp during World War II. The game blends tense third‑person stealth with a gripping narrative about escape attempts and secret Nazi weapons. As you navigate iconic locations like Colditz, every decision tests your bravery, cunning, and timing, turning a personal escape into a mission to stop a looming threat.

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 WWII stealth adventures
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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Wide Games
publisher
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Codemasters
age rating
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ESRB T, PEGI 12
multiplayer
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Single player
critic score
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70/100
General
msrp
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$49.99
release date
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2002-12-31
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
  • Immersive WWII atmosphere
  • Tense and rewarding stealth gameplay
  • Engaging narrative with plot twists
  • Varied puzzles and escape routes
Cons
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
  • Graphics dated by modern standards
  • Limited replayability after main story
  • Occasional AI guard detection inconsistencies
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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