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Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
Space Ace
Space AceHeroic ace battles Commander Borf to save Earth from infant‑making doom.
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.

In Space Ace you control the daring pilot Ace as he rockets through alien worlds to thwart Commander Borf's plan to turn humanity into infants. The game blends classic arcade shooting with a sci‑fi adventure narrative, delivering fast‑paced action on PlayStation 3 and Mac. Originally released in 1983, this retro title retains its pixel‑perfect graphics and side‑scrolling shooter mechanics, offering a nostalgic yet challenging single‑player experience for fans of vintage arcade games.

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 sci‑fi shooters
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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ReadySoft
publisher
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Cinematronics, Philips Interactive Media, ReadySoft
age rating
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ESRB E10+
multiplayer
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Single player
General
msrp
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$19.99
release date
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1983-10-01
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
  • Authentic retro graphics and sound.
  • Challenging boss designs.
  • Engaging sci‑fi storyline.
  • Available on both PS3 and Mac.
Cons
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
  • No multiplayer mode.
  • Limited modern accessibility options.
  • Fixed difficulty may be steep for newcomers.
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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