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Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
Splatoon
SplatoonInk-splatting team shooter where you switch between human and squid to dominate the battlefield
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.

Splatoon is a vibrant, team‑based third‑person shooter where players control Inklings that can shift between humanoid and squid forms. Transforming lets you swim through your own colored ink, scale walls, and refill your ammo while staying hidden from opponents. The game features a single‑player campaign set after the Great Zapfish theft, as Agent 3 battles Octarians to recover lost Zapfish, Sunken Scrolls, and Power Eggs, while also offering fast‑paced 4‑vs‑4 multiplayer matches.

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 colorful team 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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Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.2
publisher
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Nintendo
age rating
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ESRB E10+, PEGI 7
multiplayer
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Single player, Co-operative
critic score
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81/100
General
msrp
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$59.99
release date
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2015-05-28
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
  • Unique squid‑human transformation mechanic
  • Highly colorful and engaging art style
  • Strong single‑player narrative
  • Robust multiplayer with ranking system
Cons
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
  • Limited to Nintendo Switch platform
  • No cross‑play with other consoles
  • Online matchmaking can have long wait times
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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